Precision Poultry's bid for VOAG chicken-farming operation reviewed in Australia
( June 2, 2026, 01:59 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: Precision Poultry’s proposed acquisition of the broiler chicken-farming operations of VOAG and its related entities, through coordinated asset and land acquisitions, will be reviewed by the Australian antitrust watchdog. In a statement on Wednesday, the Australian Competition & Consumer Commission said that both Precision Poultry and VOAG supply broiler chicken-growing services. The regulator added that Precision Poultry’s farming operations are located in the state of Victoria, while VOAG’s operations are located in New South Wales. The watchdog is seeking views on the deal until June 11.Statement follows. Questionnaire is attached....
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