The merger of French food co-operatives Cam 56, Coopagri Bretagne and Eolys – first announced in February – has been approved by stakeholders at their respective AGMs.

The new entity, which will operate under the Triskalia name, is expected to enter into service in the autumn, as soon as France’s competition regulator clears the deal.

Triskalia’s business will span beef, pork, poultry, eggs and vegetables. It will employ 6,000 staff, operating from 300 sites and generating an annual turnover of EUR2.8bn.