The transaction is expected to close in the coming weeks, subject to customary conditions.
Côte d’Ivoire is the main importer of fishery products in West Africa.
Additives like red seaweed can cut cattle methane emissions by 30–90%, helping meet climate goals while sustaining or even boosting productivity.
The plant was originally slated to open in 2023, but contractor issues and the COVID-19 pandemic delayed construction.
Studies show that most infections occur within a limited radius, but indirect routes also contribute significantly to virus spread.
The company says the Ohio site will stay open for at least 20 months as it adjusts supply and supports workers.
The investment will support capacity growth in Morocco and push expansion across Sub-Saharan Africa.
The Griñón plant is the company’s second pet-dedicated production site in Europe
The project is backed by France 2030 under Bpifrance’s I-Démo scheme.
The global pet food market is projected to exceed $150bn in the coming years, with functional and premium products accounting for a growing share.