RECENTLY, “FIELD ROAST,” a company that produces vegan meat analogs, was ACQUIRED BY CANADA’S LARGEST MEAT PRODUCER FOR $120,000,000. “LIGHTLIFE” WAS BOUGHT by the same company LAST YEAR FOR $140, 000,000!
Maple Leaf Foods Inc, the largest distributor of packaged meats in Canada, has announced it has purchased U.S. vegan meat producer, the Field Roast Grain Meat Co, for $120 million.
Michael McCain, Maple Leaf Foods’ CEO, said this move is part of the company’s shift toward achieving its vision of becoming a leader in sustainable protein.
“The acquisition of Field Roast complements and expands our portfolio in the fast-growing North American market for alternative proteins,” McCain said in a statement. “It also aligns with our vision to be a leader in sustainable protein and create shared value through making a positive social impact. Field Roast has built brand leadership through focusing on quality, craftsmanship and taste, and its acquisition will allow Maple Leaf to fuel growth in the category through investment, brand building and innovation.”
Seattle-based Field Roast produces a range of vegan plant-based meats, including roasts, sausages, frankfurters, deli slices. The company also recently launched a line of nondairy cheeses called Chao, and frozen foods, including vegan mac and cheese.
Animal agriculture accounts for 18% of global greenhouse gas emissions.
Field Roast is the second plant-based company Maple Leaf has acquired this year. In February, the packaged meats company bought another U.S. based plant-based protein company, Lightlife Foods, for $140 million.
Lightlife Veggie Turkey Slices is my all time favorite! The slices are super thin, and make a great sandwich. Best of all, my dog, Chico, LOVES it more than meat!! I wrap his heart medication in a quarter of a turkey slice and he gobbles it down without a struggle!!
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