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Tyson Foods has agreed to acquire US-based pork processor, Williams Sausage Company, for an undisclosed amount. Located in Tennessee, Williams Sausage Company employs around 500 members of staff and produces cooked sausages, bacon and sandwiches for the retail and foodservice markets. Stewart Glendinning, group president, prepared foods for Tyson Foods, said: “The addition of Williams Sausage Company aligns with our strategic intent of expanding our capacity to serve our customers. We also look forward to welcoming Williams’ dedicated team members to the Tyson Foods family.” Williams Sausage Company president and CEO, Roger Williams, added: “There are not many companies to which we could entrust what we have built, and we are very pleased that in Tyson Foods we have found that partner who understands the heritage and culture of our family business and will be able to take it to the next level. We believe this to be a very positive move for our family and our team members that will ensure the future of all stakeholders.” The transaction is subject to approval by US regulators.