Bega Cheese: Closures and Growth
Bega Cheese has experienced a year of closures and growth, as reported at the annual general meeting on October 27.
- Closure of the Strathmerton cheese packing and processing plant, with operations transferred to NSW.
- Consolidation of two legacy sites into the Lenah Valley facility in Hobart following the acquisition of Betta Milk in Tasmania.
- Closure of the Bega Canberra site and two Peanut Company of Australia sites.
Despite these changes, the company is continuing to grow, with potential for future growth through organic means and acquisitions, according to chairman Barry Irvin.
Author's summary: Bega Cheese undergoes closures and consolidation while pursuing growth opportunities.