While M&A activity in the sector has slowed considerably in 2024, recent moves reflect two key themes that will likely continue when the pace of dealmaking picks up. 

Three panelists join R&FF Editor in Chief Kelley Rodriguez to speak to the many facets of the cold chain.

Del Real Foods, with manufacturing plants in Mira Loma, California, and Moore, Oklahoma, is a leading refrigerated Hispanic food brand.

The 900,000-square-foot manufacturing facility will increase the company's current production capacity for its Uncrustables brand to help meet demand for the popular frozen sandwiches.

A private label powerhouse, Cafe Spice produces its own branded RTE meals as well as co-manufactured and foodservice products for customers including Whole Foods, Kroger and Amazon.

The Tulare manufacturing facility is one of the most advanced of Lactalis’ 11 manufacturing facilities across the United States.

 Equipped with up to 12 intensifiers, the scalable system can process 9,140 pounds per hour to meet the most demanding production needs.

As the largest free-range egg brand, based on Nielsen, Happy Egg is now better positioned to deliver on consumers' increasing demand for high-quality, humane eggs. 

Known for its indulgent, low-sugar, high-protein refrigerated donut offerings, Drumroll has quickly gained a dedicated following among health-conscious consumers looking to satisfy their sweet tooth cravings without compromise.

LISTEN NOW: Their clean-label massive mozzarella sticks are a branded menu item at major concert venues and in just over a year have made it into 3,500+ retail doors.