Washignton State Apple Orchards
BREWSTER, Wash., Sept. 02, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Brewster Heights Orchard & Packing (BHPO) and Heritage Orchard Alliance (HOA) have announced an important milestone in BHPO’s Chapter 11 restructuring process following the resolution of a key prerequisite to the stalking horse transaction with HOA, the acquisition entity. HOA and The Prudential Insurance Company of America (Prudential), a major BHPO creditor, have reached an agreement, clearing the way for the transaction to advance.
“The creditor agreement with Prudential marks an important step in our restructuring and enables us to continue pursuing the best possible outcome for BHPO and its stakeholders,” said Johnny Gebbers, President, BHPO Board of Directors. “BHPO fully supports the agreement and appreciates HOA and our creditors working together to pave their respective paths forward.”
“With this agreement, we are one step closer to completing the transaction,” said Steve Clement, CEO of HOA. “We look forward to continuing the process that will eventually create one entity bringing consumer-favorite apple and cherry varieties to market and building on our strong relationships with growers, retailers, packaging partners and the communities we serve. Together, we will have enhanced scale and be one of the largest producers of premium fruit in the industry.”
Since entering Chapter 11, BHPO’s orchard operations, packing facilities, controlled atmosphere storage, logistics operations, grower programs, customer service, food safety compliance, and shipping activities have remained fully operational, with normal service continuing without interruption.
About Brewster Heights Packing & Orchards
BHPO is a vertically integrated Washington State agricultural enterprise engaged in apple and cherry cultivation, harvesting, packing, controlled atmosphere storage, and distribution. The Company operates over 8,000 acres of orchards, manages packing facilities capable of handling over five million boxes annually, and serves retail, wholesale, and export customers throughout North America and internationally. BHPO’s proprietary brands include SugarBee®, LucyGlo®, LucyRose®, and Rockit® apples.
You can reach BHPO at our dedicated information desk at [email protected] or (855) 994-1862. Additional updates regarding the Chapter 11 proceedings will be provided as appropriate and subject to Court requirements at cases.stretto.com/BrewsterHeights.
About Heritage Orchard Alliance
HOA was formed to acquire BHPO and, following the acquisition, will continue operating the business under the BHPO name.
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CONTACT: Heritage Orchard Alliance Media Contact: Aaron Palash / Michael Freitag Joele Frank, Wilkinson Brimmer Katcher 212-355-4449
