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Misha’s Announces Strategic Acquisition of Non-Dairy Cheese Producer Vertage

US plant-based foods company Misha’s has announced the acquisition of non-dairy cheese producer Vertage. The strategic acquisition will see Misha’s expand its product line to shredded and sliced plant-based cheeses through Vertage’s current offerings.

Misha’s will also benefit from Vertage’s partnership with vertically integrated fresh produce provider Fresh Del Monte, gaining access to the latter’s comprehensive logistics network. This includes production facilities, advanced technology, and logistics capabilities managed by Fresh Del Monte’s inland logistics arm, Tricont Trucking and Logistics.

Misha’s will use Fresh Del Monte’s production capabilities to launch new product lines, while the logistics network will help to streamline Misha’s supply chain and enable expansion into new regions.

Vertage Plant-Based Mozzarella Cheese in store
© Vertage

Shared mission

Fresh Del Monte and Vertage first announced their partnership in 2023, saying that their goal was to scale the production and logistics of healthy plant-based foods. The same year, Fresh Del Monte invested an undisclosed amount in Vertage.

Following the acquisition of Vertage, the company’s CEO, Tim Wildin, will become CMO at Misha’s.

“Misha’s and Vertage share a mission to reimagine the future of food. This acquisition allows us to bring our innovations to more consumers while staying true to our commitment to taste, quality, and sustainability,” said Wildin. “I’m thrilled to see Misha’s leverage our technology to expand the product line and redefine how delicious dairy-free cheese can be.”

© Misha’s

“Evolving our product offerings”

Misha’s currently offers premium clean-label cheese alternatives at over 1,100 retailers throughout the Northwest, West, Southwest, and Central USA. These include Kroger/Ralphs, Walmart, Erewhon, Mother’s Market, and Whole Foods Market.

The acquisition deal has been supported by prominent investors including QVT Financial LP, Composite Capital Partners LLC, Gaingels, and Fresh Del Monte.

“This is a transformative moment for Misha’s and for the plant-based foods industry as a whole. By integrating Vertage’s expertise and leveraging Fresh Del Monte’s infrastructure, we’re not only scaling our operations but also evolving our product offerings to meet consumer demand,” said Aaron Bullock, founder and CEO of Misha’s Inc. “The introduction of shredded cheeses and slices is just the beginning — we’re excited to unveil even more categories in 2025. We’re grateful for the trust and support of our investors, who share our vision for creating a sustainable and delicious future.”

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