January 11/Zurich, Switzerland/Press Release (Barry Callebaut) -- Barry Callebaut has signed an agreement to acquire 100% of the privately owned Spanish nut manufacturer La Morella Nuts S.A. La Morella Nuts is known as a leading nut specialist, producing a variety of nut-based ingredients for the food industry in Europe. The company has a wealth of knowledge and experience in the nuts business with regards to sourcing, processing and innovation that allows for a wide range of products.
The acquisition of La Morella Nuts underlines Barry Callebaut's strategic intention to strengthen its market position in adjacent products for both its Gourmet & Specialties Products and its Food Manufacturers Products business. Many of Barry Callebaut's customers are asking for combinations of chocolate and nut products.