Pinnacle Foods Acquires Garden Protein International

Pinnacle Foods Inc., Parsippany, N.J., entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Canada-based Garden Protein International Inc., a manufacturer of frozen alternative-meat products such as chicken strips and tenders, ground beef and fish filets under the gardein brand.

"The acquisition of Gardein is a key enabler to continue building Birds Eye into the leading health and wellness brand focused on helping Americans eat more vegetables,” says Bob Gamgort, chief executive officer for Pinnacle Foods. “By bringing Gardein under the Birds Eye umbrella, we will accelerate growth through expanded distribution, marketing and innovation."