NEWS FEED & ADDITIVE MAGAZINE April 2024 23 Cal-Maine Foods, Inc., one of the largest producers and distributors of fresh shell eggs in the US, completed the previously announced acquisition of a broiler processing plant, hatchery and feed mill in Dexter, Missouri, that were closed by Tyson Foods, Inc. in 2023. The Company plans to remodel and repurpose the assets for use in shell egg and egg products production. Sherman Miller, President and Chief Executive Officer of CalMaine Foods, Inc., stated, “We are pleased to join the Dexter community and are excited about the opportunities to expand our operations. We intend to partner with the existing strong network of local contract growers who can support our shell egg production capabilities. Dexter’s central geographic location and strong work force will enhance our supply and distribution capabilities for customers in Missouri and surrounding markets. Importantly, we will also benefit from closer proximity to sources for our primary feed ingredients. We look forward to the new production opportunities, including the potential for additional free-range capacity, in this new community and market for CalMaine Foods.” Read more>> Cal-Maine Foods completes acquisition of assets from Tyson Foods
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