Western Foods - Ownership and Business Overview

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Western Foods Ownership

Who owns Western Foods?

Western Foods is owned by Sysco. It was acquired on December 16, 2005.

Western Foods Business Overview

Where is Western Foods headquartered?

Western Foods is headquartered in Little Rock, Arkansas.

What sector is Western Foods in?

Western Foods is a distribution company.

When was Western Foods founded?

Western Foods was founded in 1979.

Distribution M&A Summary in 2005

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Western Foods, Inc.

Little Rock, Arkansas
United States,

Western Foods, Inc. is a broadline foodservice distributor. Western Foods items includes fresh and frozen meats, dry grocery, bakery, dairy, produce, disposable and chemical products.


Company Summary

SECTOR

Distribution

Revenue

60   2005
(millions of USD)

Established

1979

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