As exclusively reported by the Irish Farmers Journal, Kepak has now confirmed its acquisition of Co Clare meat processor, John Kelly Meats.

According to Kepak, John Kelly Meats is “a family owned beef processing business and markets its output both domestically and in EU markets”.

Sean Coffey, CEO of Kepak’s meat divison said: “Kepak is looking forward to developing its procurement capacity in the Clare catchment area – one of the most populous suckler beef counties in Ireland. The acquisition comes after a number of years trading with John Kelly Meats. The acquisition will add another strategic block to the spread of Kepak abattoirs across Ireland in well-established quality beef producing regions.

“Kepak looks forward to collaboratively working with local beef producers, the Kelly’s team and to building on the successful business founded by Mr John Kelly.”

The planned acquisition is subject to normal due diligence and to the statutory approval by the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission.

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