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It will significantly strengthen Lactalis\u2019 position in key categories such as cheddar, butter and spreads across the British market.<\/p>\n<p>Saputo\u2019s UK operations employ around <strong>1,300 people<\/strong> and generate the vast majority of their revenue in the domestic market, making the deal a significant consolidation in one of Europe\u2019s most mature and competitive dairy sectors.<\/p>\n<p>For Lactalis, the acquisition reflects a broader strategy of expanding global scale through targeted acquisitions, strengthening its presence in established dairy categories while accelerating growth beyond organic expansion.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Lactalis France has agreed to acquire Saputo Dairy UK Ingredients\u2019 dairy business in a deal valued at $1.34 billion, marking another major step in the French dairy giant\u2019s international expansion. The transaction brings a portfolio of leading UK brands under Lactalis, including Cathedral City, Wensleydale Creamery, Country Life butter, and Clover margarine. 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