The agricultural cooperative Arterris, based in the Aude department, is acquiring the Provence-based potato specialist Massaferro.
Massaferro produces and packages nearly 35,000 tons of potatoes each year. The company has diversified into organic and residue-free products. It has also conducted national and European research projects to support local producers.
This operation will also help Arterris to make a place for itself in the vegetable segment. The company was originally specialized in cereals but it is also associated to represent the famous brands of prepared meals: William Saurin and Garbit.
The goal of the operation will be to make it easier for member producers to start growing potatoes, thanks to Massaferro and its large commercial network.
Source: actu.fr