The Indian Poultry Alliance (IPA), a subsidiary of the Allana Group, has acquired the Belgaum-based Kwality Animal Feeds Pvt Ltd for ₹300 crore. This acquisition strengthens IPA’s market leadership and aligns with its strategic vision to drive consolidation and growth in Indian poultry industry. IPA will be investing an ₹200 crore in the Kwality for further expansion.
Founded in 1983, Kwality Animal Feeds, is a fully integrated player with the businesses spanning feed mills, soya processing, breeding farms, hatcheries, broiler integration, and value-added poultry products. Kwality enjoys significant market presence, particularly in West and South India.
The acquisition brings IPA long-standing partnerships of Kwality with major food service providers and quick-service restaurants (QSRs). This move will enhance IPA’s supply chain efficiency, expand its market footprint, and drive innovation in poultry and animal nutrition solutions.
Moiz Chunawalla, Managing Director, Indian Poultry Alliance (Allana Group) said“This acquisition further strengthens our poultry value chain, enhancing efficiency, sustainability, and market reach. Leveraging our deep expertise and world-class infrastructure, we are investing in advanced technologies, automation, and precision breeding to drive productivity while minimising environmental impact. Our commitment to responsible waste management and ethical sourcing will set new industry benchmarks, delivering lasting value to both partners and consumers.”
“As part of its expansion strategy, IPA will invest ₹2000 crores over the next three years to scale up to 7 manufacturing units, integrate advanced technology, and strengthen cold chain logistics and distribution networks. This investment will also fuel our expansion into key metropolitan markets and strengthen our export strategy, with three more acquisitions planned this year,” Chunawalla said.
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Sanjeev Despande and Ajit Lokur, Director and Managing Director & Co-Founder, Kwality Animal Feeds Pvt. Ltd.“When we founded Kwality Animal Feeds 42 years ago, our vision was to provide top-tier poultry nutrition and solutions. Joining IPA ensures that vision continues to flourish with enhanced resources and expertise. We are excited about the new growth opportunities this collaboration will bring.”
With rising consumer demand for high-protein diets and value-added poultry products, this acquisition cements IPA’s leadership position in the industry. The integration process will commence immediately, ensuring a seamless transition for employees, customers, and business partners, IPA said.
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