Cal-Maine Foods, Inc. (CALM) Acquires Echo Lake Foods for $258M

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Cal-Maine Foods, Inc. (NASDAQ:CALM), the largest U.S. producer and distributor of fresh shell eggs, offers a wide range of products, including conventional, cage-free, organic, and specialty eggs. Headquartered in Ridgeland, Mississippi, the company distributes its products nationwide and is now expanding beyond shell eggs to meet changing consumer preferences.

A key development is Cal-Maine Foods, Inc. (NASDAQ:CALM)’s recent $258 million acquisition of Echo Lake Foods, a producer of ready-to-eat egg-based breakfast items. This strategic move enables the business to diversify into value-added products like hard-cooked and shelf-stable eggs, strengthening its presence in the food service and retail sectors. With Echo Lake generating $240 million in annual sales and achieving 10% compound annual growth, the acquisition aligns with growing demand for protein-rich, convenient breakfast options.

In addition to product diversification, Cal-Maine Foods, Inc. (NASDAQ:CALM) is advancing sustainability efforts by working to inventory and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The corporation has also formed a dedicated biosecurity team to manage bird flu risks, reinforcing its commitment to food safety and supply chain resilience.

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