Merck Animal Health pays $400m for Brazilian company
Merck Animal Health, the Madison-based unit of Kenilworth-based Merck & Co., has completed its acquisition of Vallée SA, a Brazilian producer of animal health products. The purchase gives Merck a 93% interest in Vallée, which has more than 100 products for livestock, horses and companion animals. Rick DeLuca, president of Merck Animal Health, said the company would continue to seek out similar acquisitions and investments.

Merck Animal Health announced Wednesday that it has completed its acquisition of a controlling interest in a Brazilian producer of animal health products for approximately $400 million.

Merck Animal Health announced Wednesday that it has completed its acquisition of a controlling interest in a Brazilian producer of animal health products for approximately $400 million.







The Madison-based unit of Kenilworth-based Merck & Co. Inc. said in a news release that it has purchased a 93 percent interest of the shares of Vallée S.A., which has a portfolio of more than 100 products for livestock, horses and companion animals.



“The combined strength of the two companies under the umbrella of MSD Animal Health will provide customers with a more comprehensive portfolio of products for livestock animals,” said Rick DeLuca, president, Merck Animal Health. “We will continue to seek opportunities like these that complement our business and bring value to our customers.”

