B&G Foods previously sold the Green Giant U.S. shelf-stable vegetable product line to Seneca Foods in November 2023 and the Le Sueur U.S. shelf-stable vegetable product line to McCall Farms in August 2025.
The company has unveiled a refreshed vision and values that brings its full portfolio of brands together, including Litehouse, Organicville, Veggiecraft, Sky Valley and partnered licensed brands including Flavortown, and Zaxbys.
Refresco CEO Steve Presley says the acquisition of SunOpta is “highly complementary” to its portfolio and broadens the company’s position in the plant-based beverage category.
The company resumed operations at its plant in Jarratt, Viriginia on Feb. 2 after completing a “comprehensive series of facility enhancements and the implementation of enhanced product manufacturing protocols.”
Marzetti says the transaction reinforces its expanding position in the sauce category and is expected to provide additional growth opportunities through its retail and foodservice distribution network.
The Vineland expansion project, which broke ground in the fall 2024, included the construction of a 51,000-sq.-ft. building to house a newly acquired Viennese pastry production line, as well as the installation of an industrial refrigeration system.