Butterball purchased by Maxwell Farms, Seaboard Corp.

The purchase of Butterball LLC by Maxwell Farms LLC and Seaboard Corporation has been finalized.
The purchase began with the execution of a buy/sell agreement initiated in March 2010; the two buyers are now equal partners in the brand. “Butterball is an iconic brand name in the United States, representing superior poultry quality, outstanding value and excellent customer service,” said Steve Bresky, Seaboard’s president and chief executive officer. “We look forward to our participation with the Butterball management team and the Maxwell group and bringing additional value to this great company.”