The company produces a variety of value-added meat products.

The transaction is expected to close by the end of the year.

The transaction increases Empire’s footprint in the province of Ontario.

Financial details of the transaction were not disclosed.

The company will purchase the fresh chicken business as well its value-added product portfolio.

Fine Choice marks firm’s second recent investment.

La Coop fédérée strengthens position in animal nutrition through an agreement with W-S Feed & Supplies.

The waiting period under the antitrust improvements act expired.

The transaction is valued at $25 million to $27 million.

Strong growth is expected after the $2.16B acquisition of Keystone Foods.