Central Garden & Pet Co Acquires W. Atlee Burpee, Terms Undisclosed

Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ:CENT) has acquired W. Atlee Burpee Company, a well-known brand in the seed and plant categories, with the transaction closing on September 30, 2026. The terms of the acquisition were not disclosed. Burpee will remain a separate entity, headquartered in Pennsylvania, with its current CEO, Jamie Mattikow, continuing to lead the business.