Oct 16, 2024
Illinois Foundation Seeds expands reach, acquires Del Monte’s sweet corn genetics

Illinois Foundation Seeds, Inc. (IFSI) has acquired the sweet corn genetics portfolio from Del Monte Foods, expanding its global services in vegetable processing.

The acquisition supports IFSI’s growth strategy, while advancing innovations in sweet corn breeding. Clinton Naugle, CEO for IFSI, emphasized the company’s focus on leveraging these genetics to improve processing efficiency and expand into new markets.

This move aligns with IFSI’s commitment to delivering superior seed varieties that meet the evolving demands of the global processing industry.

For more information, visit ifsi.com.




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