M&A

Mühldorfer Group and KKA Partners acquire organic pet food maker Herrmann GmbH

What's the deal? Mühldorfer Group and KKA Partners have acquired Herrmann GmbH, a German organic pet food producer. Singular Group acted as the exclusive commercial advisor to the buyers on the transaction.

Why now? The organic pet food segment has seen steady growth as pet owners increasingly seek premium, natural nutrition for their animals. The acquisition allows Mühldorfer Group — already active in the animal feed space — to expand its portfolio into the fast-growing organic pet food category.

The signal: The deal reflects continued consolidation in the European pet food industry, where established players and investors are snapping up specialist organic brands to capture shifting consumer preferences. As the humanisation of pets drives demand for higher-quality ingredients, expect more M&A activity in this niche.

Read more: majunke.com

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