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Private Placement / Financing Transactions
The Protein Brewery: The company raised EUR 18 million of Series B venture funding in a deal led by ABN AMRO Bank on June 30, 2026. The company is a developer of a fungai-based fermentation technology platform designed to produce sustainable, nutrient-dense mycoprotein ingredients.818 Spirits: The company raised venture funding from Sazerac and other undisclosed investors on July 2, 2026. The company is a producer of tequila and other agave-based spirits.Apothékary: The company raised $16 million of venture funding through a combination of debt and equity on June 29, 2026. The company is a producer of herbal supplements, tinctures and botanical wellness products inspired by traditional herbal medicine.Proper Wild: The company raised $11 million of venture funding from Altria Ventures and Vice Ventures on June 30, 2026, putting the company’s pre-money valuation at $150 million. The company is a producer of clean-label energy drinks and energy gummies.Every Body Eat: The company raised venture funding from Golden Seeds, Lumina Growth Partners and other undisclosed investors on June 30, 2026. The company is a producer of plant-based snack foods free from common allergens.Myota: The company raised $4.5 million of Series A venture funding in a deal led by PeakBridge on June 29, 2026. The company is a manufacturer of prebiotic fiber supplements for gut microbiome and digestive health.Red Bay Coffee: The company raised $1.7 million of venture funding from undisclosed investors on July 2, 2026. The company is a producer of whole-bean and specialty coffee products.88 Acres: The company received an undisclosed amount of development capital from Community Development Venture Capital Alliance on July 2, 2026.The company is a manufacturer of seed-based snacks and seed butters.EMMA Pâtisserie: The company received an undisclosed amount of development capital from FrenchFood Capital and Bpifrance on June 30, 2026. The company is a producer of artisanal pastries, viennoiseries and baked goods.
M&A Transactions
Aura Cacia / Country Life: Country Life, a portfolio company of Lion Equity Partners, acquired Aura Cacia, a division of Frontier Co-op, on July 7, 2026. Aura Cacia is a leading essential oils, skincare and aromatherapy brand offering essential oils, skin care oils, diffusers, mists, bath products and botanical wellness products. Silverwood Partners initiated the transaction and acted as exclusive financial advisor to Frontier Co-op and Aura Cacia.A.J. Trucco / Orsero:
Orsero reached a definitive agreement to acquire a 45% stake in the company for $46 million on July 1, 2026. The company is a distributor of fresh fruits, vegetables, dried fruits and nuts.Alberts / Circus Group: The company was acquired by Circus Group on July 2, 2026. The company is an operator of automated blending stations for smoothies and soups.Beach Cooperative Grain Company / Arthur Companies: The company was acquired by Arthur Companies for an undisclosed amount on July 1, 2026. The company is a distributor of grain, agronomy products and crop input services.BettaF!sh / Bayou Best Foods: The company was acquired by Bayou Best Foods for an undisclosed amount on June 30, 2026. The company is a producer of plant-based seaweed food products.Bunny Tierernährung / Burgess Group: The company was acquired by Burgess Group for an undisclosed amount on July 1, 2026. The company is a producer of pet food and nutrition products for small mammals.CaféSolutions / Nurissa AG: The company was acquired by Nurissa AG for an undisclosed amount on July 3, 2026. The company is a distributor of coffee machines, vending machines and workplace beverage equipment.Citrasource / Tradebe Environmental Services: The company, a subsidiary of NovaTaste, was acquired by Tradebe Environmental Services for an undisclosed amount on July 1, 2026. The company is a manufacturer of citrus oils, citrus extracts and citrus byproducts.De Buurtboer / Crisp: The company was acquired by Crisp, a subsidiary of Fresh Food Ventures Group, for an undisclosed amount on July 2, 2026. The company is an operator of office catering and workplace lunch delivery services.EMPWR / Ardian France, Cinven: The company entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by Vitamin Well, via its financial sponsors Ardian France, Cinven, Crescenta and Fiduciary Co-Investment Partners, through an LBO on July 2, 2026 for an undisclosed amount. The company is a manufacturer of nutrition bars for consumer brands, retailers and private-label customers.Epicurean Butter / Solina Group: The company was acquired by Solina Group, via its financial sponsors Astorg, through an LBO on July 1, 2026 for an undisclosed amount. The company is a producer of flavored compound butters and culinary butter products.Family Tree Produce / Sunrise Produce: The company was acquired by Sunrise Produce, via its financial sponsor Investcorp, through an LBO on July 1, 2026 for an undisclosed amount. The company is a distributor of fresh fruits and vegetables for foodservice customers.GREENFORCE / LIVEKINDLY Collective: The company reached a definitive agreement to be acquired by LIVEKINDLY Collective for an undisclosed amount on July 1, 2026. The company is a producer of plant-based meat alternatives, dairy alternatives and food mixes.Gulpener Bierbrouwerij / Grolsch: The company was acquired by Grolsch, a subsidiary of Twence, for an undisclosed amount on July 2, 2026. The company is a producer of beer and other malt beverages.Kloster Kitchen / RAUCH: The company was acquired by RAUCH for an undisclosed amount on June 29, 2026. The company is a producer of ginger shots and functional beverages.NovoNutrients / Biosphere: The company was acquired by Biosphere for an undisclosed amount on June 30, 2026. The company is a developer of a fermentation platform designed to transform industrial waste carbon dioxide emissions into alternative protein food and feed ingredients.Sanotact / Avista Healthcare Partners: The company was acquired by Flotte Holding Gmbh, Avista Healthcare Partners and Damier through an LBO on July 1, 2026 for an undisclosed amount. The company is a manufacturer of dietary supplements, functional confectionery and nutritional products.Sara’s Bake Shop / Brine’s Market: The company was acquired by Brine’s Market for an undisclosed amount on July 1, 2026. The company is a producer of specialty pies, baked goods and desserts.YumEarth / ACON Investments: The company was acquired by Fini and ACON Investments through an LBO on June 30, 2026 for an undisclosed amount. The company is a producer of allergy-friendly organic candy and snack products.
Source: Pitchbook Data, Inc.
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