ANZCO Foods CEO Update - September 2026

You may have seen last Friday that ANZCO Foods announced we have received all the required regulatory approvals for our acquisition of 100% of Greenlea Group. If you missed the announcement, you could read it here.

We are delighted to have reached this important milestone. Greenlea is a strong New Zealand business with a proud history, and we see real opportunities in bringing the strengths of our two businesses together. We will take a considered approach to the ownership integration process, with a focus on ensuring a successful transition and maximising the opportunities for both businesses into the future.

Last week I was travelling in Japan, one of ANZCO Foods’ key markets and an important destination for New Zealand red meat. It is always valuable to spend time in-market, meeting with customers and getting a first-hand view of what is happening at a consumer and an industry level. Japan remains a highly sophisticated market where quality, consistency and strong relationships are particularly important, and it was encouraging to hear continued positive feedback about New Zealand product and the role ANZCO Foods plays in supplying our customers there.

These visits are also a good reminder of the connection between what happens on farm here in New Zealand and the customers and consumers we serve around the world. Maintaining those strong market relationships and understanding what our customers need helps us create the best possible opportunities and returns from the livestock supplied to us.

Finally, as we turn the corner into spring and activity picks up on farm, I know this is an especially busy time of year for many of you. Thank you for your continued support of ANZCO Foods and, as always, please keep in touch with your livestock representative about your upcoming livestock requirements and plans.