US-based vegan food brand Blackbird Foods has announced an acquisition by plant-based investor Ahimsa Companies.
Blackbird Foods is well-known for its New York-style hand-tossed frozen pizzas, available US-wide at retailers such as Target, Sprouts, and Whole Foods. The brand also offers plant-based wings made from seitan, which can be found at The Fresh Market and Wegmans.
Following the acquisition, Blackbird Foods plans to use Ahimsa’s expertise to enhance its distribution and manufacturing capabilities.
“We are eager to tap into Ahimsa’s extensive knowledge to strengthen Blackbird’s presence in the frozen aisle,” said Mike Pease, co-founder of Blackbird Foods. “With their support, we have ambitious plans for growth and exciting product innovations on the horizon.”
“Exciting step”
Ahimsa Companies was formed in 2024 with the aim of backing plant-based food companies that operate in the US. Last June, the investor acquired global brand Wicked Kitchen, along with its associated brands Good Catch and Current Foods. This included a Good Catch production facility in Heath, Ohio.
In October, Ahimsa acquired Simulate, the producer of plant-based nugget brand NUGGS. At the time, it announced plans to revitalize the brand, which required significant capital and had opted to find a buyer rather than attempting to raise funding.
“This is an exciting step for Blackbird Foods,” said Emanuel Storch, co-founder of Blackbird Foods. “Ahimsa Companies shares our passion for plant-based innovation and animal-free food production. Together, we will continue to push the boundaries of what’s possible in plant-based cuisine while maintaining the quality and authenticity our customers love.”
