Dublin's fruit distribution business Total Produce boosts North American presence

Total Produce has pushed its potential revenue contribution from North America up to around $1bn (€916,000) on foot of a new acquisition.

The Dublin-based international fruit distribution business yesterday announced the purchase of a 65% equity stake in Progressive Produce, a Los Angeles-based grower, packer, and distributor of produce for the retail, wholesale, and foodservice sectors.

The 50-year-old Californian firm employs 214 people and has sales of more than $200m.