Poultry and food producer, TasFoods, and its subsidiaries – including Nichols Poultry – have been acquired by RAMP Tasmania Poultry. The sale ensures the continued local operation of TasFoods and the employment of all Tasmanian staff under the new ownership.
RAMP CEO, Brad McAuliffe, said Nichols had earned its reputation over decades.
“We’re not here to coast on that. We’re taking it back to its grass roots and building the brand into something stronger than ever. The team stays, the jobs stay, and we grow it. Tasmanian food for Tasmanian people, and we mean it,” McAuliffe said.
KPMG Australia’s Turnaround & Restructuring partner, Tim Mableson, said there had been a comprehensive sales process with “extensive interest” from both local Tasmanian and mainland Australia parties.
“We are delighted to announce the sale of TasFoods. Importantly, we have been able to reach an outcome that keeps the highly regarded and local Nichols Poultry brand and its operations in Tasmania.
“I would particularly like to call out the support of the 160 employees, customers, and suppliers throughout the administration process. Their support has been invaluable and a key reason for reaching a successful sale outcome,” Mableson said.
RAMP Tasmania Poultry took over operations on 1 June 2026.
