Oxbo is expanding its presence and product portfolio in the hay and forage industry, through acquiring H&S Manufacturing in Marshfield and Clintonville, WI. The acquisition is designed to foster high-quality, customer-focused product innovation, to ensure customer service, and to strengthen the Oxbo and H&S position in the global hay and forage market.

鈥淗&S products complement Oxbo鈥檚 industry-leading hay and forage merger product line; adding H&S to Oxbo鈥檚 hay and forage business allows us to better serve our mutual customers now, and in the future,鈥� stated Roel Zeevat, CEO of Oxbo. 鈥淭he H&S high quality products, dealer network, manufacturing facilities, and dedicated management and employees supplement our existing hay and forage business and will help us grow in this critical market segment.鈥�

鈥淲e knew an acquisition by Oxbo would deliver enhanced value for our customers. Oxbo鈥檚 commitment to reliability, innovation, and customer service are a perfect fit for H&S products and customers,鈥� commented Chris Heikenen, former owner of H&S Manufacturing.

Over the last 30 years, Oxbo has continued to grow through acquiring manufacturers in specialty agricultural markets. With each acquisition comes Oxbo鈥檚 commitment to drive customer value through innovative products and industry-leading customer service.

鈥淭he acquisition by Oxbo is an exciting next step for the H&S brand; I鈥檓 confident Oxbo鈥檚 customer-focused mindset will benefit our customers as we grow the business together,鈥� said Craig Harthoorn, president of H&S, who will remain onboard and manage the newly expanded hay and forage business unit for Oxbo.

With the addition of H&S, Oxbo continues to optimize farming together with staff and customers as the company aims to be the clear customer choice in the hay and forage market.

H&S will continue operating at its existing facilities.

Customers will continue to purchase products and parts from their existing H&S or Oxbo dealer. Going forward, and in partnership with its valued dealer network, Oxbo will further optimize the offering for its customers in all regions served. 鈥淲e are committed to serving our valued customers,鈥� said Zeevat.

Oxbo operates seven additional manufacturing facilities around the globe including its global headquarters in Roosendaal, the Netherlands, and operates 13 sales and service locations.

| Member since 1976

Source: