The acquisition includes Softgel’s facility that specializes in the encapsulation of human and pet nutrition products.

The partnership expands A Pup Above’s distribution throughout the Northeast United States.

The company has three new stores planned in Massachusetts and Minnesota.

The company will embark on a significant project, adding four new pet food production lines.

Independence Premium Foods will co-manufacture human-grade dog food products at the refurbished facility.

The company’s shifts to renewable energy and its support of regenerative agriculture are key initiatives.

Areas of focus include protein and extrusion applications, flavor creation, food creation and energy recovery.

The plant will be completely shut down by February 2024.

The company reported its fourth-quarter and full-year 2023 earnings on Nov. 16.

The facility will allow the company to commercialize its sustainable proteins for use in animal feed, pet food and human nutrition.