C.J. Foods, Inc. to Acquire American Nutrition, Inc
C.J. Foods, Inc., will acquire American Nutrition. This transaction creates the largest independent manufacturer of super premium pet food in the country, producing a total of one billion pounds of pet food annually. The transaction is expected to close by April.
The acquisition of ANI will enable CJF to offer a full portfolio of pet food and treats with national and international distribution. David McLain, CEO, C.J. Foods, will join the Board of Directors. Tod Morgan remains Chairman of the Board and Bill Behnken, current President and CEO, ANI, will serve as Board member.
C.J. Foods is a portfolio company of J. H. Whitney Capital Partners, (“JH Whitney”), a Connecticut based private equity firm, that has owned C.J. Foods since 2014 and acquired Lortscher’s Animal Nutrition (LANI) in 2018.