Danone to Acquire Majority in Kate Farms to Enhance Specialized Nutrition Business
Source: dairynews.today
Danone is set to acquire a majority stake in Kate Farms, a U.S.-based firm focused on organic, plant-based nutrition, aiming to bolster its specialized nutrition offerings.
Danone, a prominent player in dairy foods, water, and specialized nutrition, has taken a significant step to reinforce its position in the burgeoning medical nutrition sector. On May 14, 2025, Danone announced its plan to acquire a majority stake in California-based Kate Farms. The decision coincides with the increasing consumer demand for healthier and more organic nutrition products.
Although the financial terms of the deal have not been disclosed, Danone emphasized that the acquisition would enhance its U.S. market offerings in specialized nutrition. "With this move, Danone aims to expand the reach of Kate Farms' nutritional products to a broader range of consumers and patients, ensuring high-quality nutrition to meet diverse health needs," the company confirmed in a statement. This move highlights Danone's strategy to cement its foothold in specialized nutrition, a sector witnessing robust growth due to heightened health awareness globally.
Although the financial terms of the deal have not been disclosed, Danone emphasized that the acquisition would enhance its U.S. market offerings in specialized nutrition. "With this move, Danone aims to expand the reach of Kate Farms' nutritional products to a broader range of consumers and patients, ensuring high-quality nutrition to meet diverse health needs," the company confirmed in a statement. This move highlights Danone's strategy to cement its foothold in specialized nutrition, a sector witnessing robust growth due to heightened health awareness globally.
