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First Place Foods and Crisp are the most recent additions to Patriot ’ s portfolio . “ The acquisition of Texas-based First Place Foods has enabled us to expand our footprint across the US to better serve national chain restaurants , retailers , and industrial customers ,” Bill says . “ Crisp is our ‘ grab and go ’ offering of single-serve pickles for mess-free snacking . These products are barrel cured without brine and are both vegan and gluten-free . Their individual packaging makes them an ideal snack for lunchboxes , picnic baskets , or simply your pocket . Crisp products come in three-ounce packages with four available flavors : The ‘ OG ,’ Sweetness , Straight Fire , and Slow Burn .”
Having been acquired by H . I . G . in January 2024 , the leading global investment firm has worked closely with Patriot ’ s management team to accelerate its growth trajectory . Part of this plan has seen Patriot invest in a new facility . “ We ’ ve invested close to $ 11 million to build a new , 70,000-square-foot facility in Garland , Texas , which became fully operational in September 2024 ,” Bill explains .
In a recent press release on the new facility , Patriot ’ s CEO , Adam Ricci , commented : “ The opening of a new production facility in Garland is a major step forward for Patriot . On top of what this means for our company and customers , we ’ re eager to work with the Garland community as we invest in and grow the local economy . Our ability to open this facility is a testament to the strength of our product , the support we ’ ve received from loyal customers , and the partnership we ’ ve built with H . I . G . Capital .”
Going green
When it comes to sustainability , Patriot effectively balances traditional values with contemporary practices to ensure it is positively contributing to the food service industry and the wider global food community in a responsible and sustainable way . The company has adopted the motto of ‘ like our pickles , we go green ’ to reflect its commitment to sustainable practices .
In terms of packaging , all of Patriot ’ s cardboard boxes and plastic containers
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