Lactalis Canada acquires Agropur's cheese division and two Quebec production facilities
The Cracker Barrel parent adds Oka and Saint-Hyacinthe plants and about 400 workers to its portfolio of specialty cheese brands.
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Lactalis Canada, the parent company of Cracker Barrel and other cheese brands, is acquiring Agropur Co-operative's fine cheese division, including import operations and two production facilities in Oka and Saint-Hyacinthe, Quebec. The deal adds approximately 400 workers to Lactalis Canada's workforce and expands its portfolio of specialty and core cheese brands—Galbani, Président, Cracker Barrel, Black Diamond, and P'tit Québec.
Emmanuel Besnier, chairman of Lactalis Group, called the acquisition an opportunity to build on flagship Quebec brands and strengthen the company's position in the Canadian market. The transaction is subject to closing conditions and approval by the Competition Bureau. Financial terms were not disclosed.
The facts
What two Quebec facilities is Lactalis Canada acquiring?
Lactalis Canada is acquiring production facilities in Oka and Saint-Hyacinthe, Quebec as part of its acquisition of Agropur Co-operative's fine cheese division.
How many workers are being added to Lactalis Canada's workforce?
Approximately 400 workers are being added to Lactalis Canada's workforce through the acquisition.
What cheese brands does Lactalis Canada own?
Lactalis Canada owns Galbani, Président, Cracker Barrel, Black Diamond, and P'tit Québec.
