date:Jun 13, 2013
BG Foods has agreed to acquire US-based snack food manufacturer Robert's American Gourmet Food from private equity firm VMG Partners and other parties in an all-cash deal of $195m.
The acquisition is part of BG Foods' strategy to strengthen its snack business.
Robert's American Gourmet Food, which is also known as Pirate Brands, is a manufacturer of all natural snacks under the Pirate's Booty, Smart Puffs and Original Tings brands. The company's product portfolio includes Aged White Cheddar, V