Santa Fe Springs, California-based Day-Lee Foods, a wholly owned subsidiary of Osaka, Japan-headquartered NH Foods Ltd. and member of the Nipponham Group, has completed the acquisition of B and D Foods, Mountain View Packaging, and Tamarack Foods. B and D, along with its affiliates, is a major supplier of frozen including tempura meats, pork nuggets, chicken items and Asian meal kits. It works closely with some of the leading frozen Asian food brands in North America.
The purchase, terms of which were not disclosed, significantly expands Day-Lee Foods’ product portfolio and manufacturing capabilities, positioning the company for accelerated growth and innovation in the frozen and prepared foods market.
“This acquisition marks an exciting new chapter for our company. By combining our strengths, we will build a more robust and diversified organization that is better positioned to meet the evolving needs of our customers,” said Hideki Fujii, president and chief executive officer of Day-Lee Foods.
Tim Andersen, president and chief executive officer of Boise, Idaho-headquartered B and D Foods, Mountain View Packaging and Tamarack Foods added: “Joining forces with Day-Lee Foods opens tremendous opportunities for our brands and our people. Together, we have the resources and talent to drive innovation, enter new markets and deliver even greater value to our customers.”
The combined company will maintain operations at all current locations. Leadership emphasized that the focus is on growth and expansion.
About the Companies
B and D Foods was founded in 1972 to supply its signature finger steaks to a chain of fast food restaurants. Over the years, its product offerings have expanded significantly. Day-Lee Foods manufactures frozen Asian-inspired entrées, single serve, and appetizer products, including the Crazy Cuizine and Day-Lee Pride retail brands.
