Stockholders Approve Share Issuance for Calavo Growers Merger, Paving Way for Deal Completion

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Mission Produce stockholders approved the issuance of common stock for the Calavo Growers merger, a crucial step towards completing the acquisition.

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• Shareholder Approval for Merger Stock Issuance

  At a special meeting on April 28, 2026, Mission Produce stockholders approved the issuance of common stock for the proposed merger with Calavo Growers, Inc. This follows an earlier 425 filing today announcing the approval.

• Overwhelming Vote in Favor

  The Share Issuance Proposal was approved with 49,222,202 votes for, 605,041 against, and 7,500 abstentions, representing approximately 70% of outstanding shares entitled to vote.

• Merger Expected to Close Soon

  Subject to customary closing conditions, the parties expect to consummate the mergers in the fiscal quarter ending July 31, 2026.

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Mission Produce stockholders have formally approved the issuance of common stock required for the proposed merger with Calavo Growers, Inc. This approval, detailed in the Item 5.07 of the 8-K, is a critical step towards closing the merger, which has been a significant strategic focus for the company, as evidenced by prior filings regarding HSR Act expiration and acquisition costs. The overwhelming vote in favor removes a major contingency, allowing the companies to proceed towards an expected closing in the fiscal quarter ending July 31, 2026. This development provides clarity and advances Mission Produce's strategic growth initiatives.