NP Nutra Acquired By Monterey Bay Herb Co.

IRVINE, California – KCM Securities, LLC d/b/a Keystone Capital Markets (“Keystone”) is pleased to announce that Nature’s Power Nutraceuticals (“NP Nutra”) has been acquired by Monterey Bay Herb Co., a platform holding of Frontenac.  Keystone served as the exclusive M&A advisor to NP Nutra in this transaction.

Since 1998, NP Nutra has been a leading supplier of specialty nutraceutical ingredients and botanical extracts sourced from high quality producers from around the world.  The Company’s product offering includes over 140 items across multiple categories, including 100+ certified organic ingredients and select proprietary blends. These specialty ingredients are known for their healthy attributes and are derived from a wide range of power fruits and vegetables, roots, super greens, and other natural sources.  All products sourced by NP Nutra are produced at thoroughly vetted and approved partner facilities from all corners of the globe, including South America, India, Indonesia, China, the USA,  Vietnam, and Europe.

Mark Campbell, CEO of NP Nutra, stated “The Keystone team has been excellent to work with throughout the entire process and were available to answer questions and provide guidance through all stages.  Geoff and Allan always showed the highest level of professionalism and integrity and represented our interests at all times.”

The acquisition significantly expands MBHC’s capabilities In nutraceuticals, adding a broad range of specialty and extract-based SKUs and deepening sourcing expertise across high-growth categories including superfruits, supergreens. and proprietary blends. The combined company will offer more than 1,000 products across herbs, botanicals, and extracts, serving customers across nutraceuticals, food and beverage, health and beauty, and pet nutrition.

“This is a highly strategic combination,” said Shane Durkee, CEO of Monterey Bay Herb Co. “NP Nutra strengthens our ability to serve nutraceutical customers with broader formats, deeper technical expertise, and a one-stop sourcing solution-while maintaining the quality, flexibility, and service our customers expect.”

Monterey Bay Herb Co., founded in 1997 and based in Watsonville, California, is a leading provider of bulk, wholesale, and retail herbs. botanicals, teas, and specialty plant­based Ingredients, serving customers across the natural products Industry. To learn more, visit at our website at www.herbco.com.