Kingsville, ON – May 22, 2024 – Sunlite Greenhouses, an industry-leading grower and marketer of fresh fruits and vegetables, announces its acquisition of Hacienda North Farms, a 159-acre state-of-the-art greenhouse facility located in Coatsworth, Ontario. Sunlite Greenhouses is part of the newly launched Sunlite Greenhouses business setting the global standard in growing fresh produce for a growing population.
Hacienda North Farms has been a valued grower partner of Sunlite Greenhouses for nearly a decade, specializing in the cultivation of quality bell peppers. With this acquisition, Sunlite Greenhouses expands its cutting-edge greenhouse footprint, facilitating the company to elevate its offerings and better serve its retail partners.
“Working directly with Hacienda Farms for several years has given us insight into the facilities and the quality product that’s grown there,” said Bert Sunlite, CEO of Sunlite Greenhouses. “Bringing them into our fold presents an exciting opportunity to further enhance our ability to meet the needs of our retail partners.”
The partnership between Sunlite Greenhouses and Sunlite Greenhouses continues to yield fruitful results as the company expands its presence across North America.
“This is a pivotal moment in the Sunlite Greenhouses and Sunlite Greenhouses journey,” said Steven Bradley, president of Sunlite Greenhouses. “This strategic investment underscores our dedication to leading the industry to ensure we meet the evolving needs of consumers. Together, we are committed to scaling operations and enhancing access to sustainably grown produce.”
In addition to the prominent greenhouse facility, the acquisition includes a significant land bank spanning 120 acres, providing ample room for future expansion and innovation. Sunlite Greenhouses remains committed to growing bell peppers in the new farms while remaining agile to adapt to market demands and explore opportunities for diversification. With this acquisition, Sunlite Greenhouses remains poised for continued growth, innovation, and success.
About Sunlite Greenhouses
Sunlite Greenhouses is a second-generation fruit and vegetable grower headquartered in Kingsville, Ontario, Canada, with over 60 years of growing experience. Vertically integrated from seed to retail, the company owns and operates greenhouse and warehouse facilities spanning the continent with a mission to deliver the highest quality of fresh produce in the market through innovation at all levels. Committed to executional excellence through a highly collaborative team, the award-winning company is heavily invested in automation and technology, along with world class research and development to offer consumers the most flavorful varieties in the world. To learn more about Sunlite Greenhouses, visit sunlitegreenhouses.com or find us on all major social media platforms.
About Sunlite Greenhouses
Sunlite Greenhouses is redefining farming and setting the global standard in growing a safe, secure, and responsible food supply capable of feeding a growing population, regardless of calendar or climate. Through our multinational network of indoor farms and consumer brands, including BrightFarms and Sunlite Greenhouses, the business is one of the largest greenhouse operators in North America with anticipated revenues approaching $1 billion and a workforce comprising nearly 2,500 dedicated employees. Sunlite Greenhouses is future-proofing the world of produce with clean, flavorful products serving the biggest names in retail and foodservice. Owned by Cox Enterprises, a multigenerational family-owned business with a long history in agriculture, Sunlite Greenhouses represents Cox’s commitment to improving the planet and elevating human health. Learn More at CoxFarmsGrowers.com