Cox Farms Expands North American Greenhouse Acreage with 150-Acre Greenhill Produce Acquisition
ATLANTA, GA - Cox Farms, a Cox Enterprises company, announced a significant milestone today as North America’s largest greenhouse operator, surpassing over 700 acres across its two brands, Mucci Farms and BrightFarms. This expansion underscores Cox Farms’ commitment to large-scale indoor farming, ensuring year-round access to healthy, flavorful food for millions of consumers throughout the United States and Canada.
“Cox Farms is building a leading indoor farming company in North America, and our brands, BrightFarms and Mucci Farms are a direct reflection of that commitment,” said Steve Bradley, President, Cox Farms. “As consumers increasingly seek responsibly grown produce, we are excited to expand our capabilities, bring about efficiencies, and reinforce our dedication to providing healthy, fresh food options for generations to come.”
Since its launch by Cox Enterprises in March of 2024, Cox Farms has been expanding through BrightFarms and Mucci Farms, doubling its acreage this year alone in responsibly grown, indoor agriculture.
Mucci Farms recently acquired Greenhill Produce’s 150-acre greenhouse in Ontario, Canada, enhancing its role as a comprehensive produce provider for retailers, wholesalers, and food service companies across North America, a press release explained.
“Seeing Cox Farms become North America’s largest greenhouse operator is a proud moment for us at Cox Enterprises, as it directly aligns with our mission to create lasting, positive impact for our planet and communities,” said Alex Taylor, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Cox Enterprises. “Through innovation and a commitment to sustainability, Cox Farms is not only providing fresh food options to millions but is also setting a powerful example of building a better future in agriculture.”
With over 2,500 employees, and production capabilities spanning leafy greens, vine crops, and more, Cox Farms harvests more than 450 million pounds of produce annually. The company provides a secure pipeline of produce across North America, with its fresh, flavorful produce delivered in as little as 24 hours from harvest to more than 12,000 stores.
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