Sun Capital Affiliate Acquires Fresh Origins from LaSalle Capital
January 19, 2023
An affiliate of Sun Capital Partners has completed the acquisition of Fresh Origins, a San Marcos, California–based grower and shipper of microgreens and edible flowers. LaSalle Capital, which owned Fresh Origins since ~2018, exited the business; terms were not disclosed and Fresh Origins' CEO Norma St. Amant will remain in place as Sun Capital pursues expanded foodservice and retail penetration and operational improvements.
- Buyers
- Sun Capital Partners, Inc. (affiliate)
- Targets
- Fresh Origins
- Sellers
- LaSalle Capital
- Industry
- Food & Beverage
- Location
- California, United States
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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