April
The share distribution to become a public company in Vietnam. 
In April 2022, C.P. Vietnam Corporation (CPV), a subsidiary which CPF indirectly held 82.30% and engaging in integrated agro-industrial and food business in Vietnam, has processed the application to become a public company by distribution of ordinary shares to minorities. In case that the approval is granted by relevant authorities with the completeness of share distribution, CPV will consequently apply for the listing on the Ho Chi Minh Stock Exchange of Vietnam.

December
Share repurchase program for financial management purpose
In December 2022, CPF Board of Directors passed the resolution to approve the share repurchase program for financial management purpose in the amount not exceeding THB 5,000 million. The number of ordinary shares to be repurchased is not exceeding 200 million shares (par value of Baht 1 per share); equal to 2.32% of total issued shares of CPF. In this regard, CPF repurchased its shares through the main board of the Stock Exchange of Thailand during December 19, 2022 to June 18, 2023.

April

CPF (Thailand) PLC. (CPFTH), a 99.99% owned subsidiary of CPF, has acquired ordinary shares of Suan Somboon Company Limited whose business is to produce crops for agriculture in Kabinburi District, Prachinburi Province, from an aquaculture promotion company with a total purchase value of 274 million Thai baht to study and research on the cultivation of agricultural crops that are part of the company’s business supply chain.

June

The acquisition of additional ordinary shares of C.P. Aquaculture (India) Private Limited (“CPA”) In April 2021 and June 2021, CPF and its subsidiary acquired additional 30.50% and 12.50% ordinary shares of C.P. Aquaculture (India) Private Limited (“CPA”), respectively. Upon the completion of the transaction, shareholding stake in CPA by the Company increased from 31.70% to 75.00% shares and becomes a subsidiary of CPF. CPA is incorporated in India and principally engages in production and sale of shrimp feed, shrimp hatchery and sale of shrimp processing.

August

• C.P. Merchandising Co., Ltd. (“CPM”), a 99.99% indirect subsidiary of CPF, acquired the entire shares of Consumer Package Commerce Co., Ltd., a company engaging in import and distribution of food products business in South Korea. Upon the completion of the transaction, it becomes an indirect subsidiary of CPF.
   
• CPF acquired 19.00% shares in ALL NOW Management Co., Ltd. (“AM”), a company operating in warehouse management and logistics business with 99.997% investment in a logistic company namely ALL NOW Logistics Co., Ltd.
   
• LLC RBPI Voronezh, a newly established indirect subsidiary of CPF, acquired swine business in Russia namely LLC Agro-Sojuz TS and LLC Mjaso-Sojuz T which hold entire investment in APK-Don Group engaging in cropping, animal feed, swine breeding and fattening farm in Belgorod and Voronezh regions of Russia. Upon the completion of the transaction, such companies become indirect subsidiaries of CPF.

September

  CPF Poland S.A., a direct subsidiary of CPF, acquired acquired seafood business in Poland namely Fish Food sp.      z o.o. and MaxFish sp. z o.o. engaging in production of seafood products, trading and distribution of seafood products. Upon the completion of the transaction, such companies become indirect subsidiaries of CPF.

October

• PLANT-TEC Europe Sp. z o.o., a newly established indirect subsidiary of CPF, acquired newly issued shares in Well Well Invest S.A. (“Well Well”), plant-based business in Poland, equivalent to 50% of enlarged share capital of Well Well. Upon the completion of the transaction, Well Well group becomes joint venture of CPF.
   
• The Board of Directors of CPF has resolved, amongst others, to have CPF Investment Limited (“CPFI”), privatise C.P. Pokphand Co., Ltd. (“CPP”) by way of a scheme of arrangement under section 99 of the Companies Act of Bermuda (the “Scheme”) and withdraw the listing of its ordinary shares from the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (“HKEX”). Consequently, on January 18, 2022, the withdrawal of the listing of CPP shares on HKEX becomes effective and shareholding of CPFI in CPP increases from 49.74% to 75.00%.
   
• Entire business transfer of CP Retail Holding Company Limited, 20% shares of which were held by the Company, to Siam Makro Public Company Limited (“MAKRO”) and received a settlement of 1,002 million ordinary shares of MAKRO.
   
• The Board of Directors resolved to allow the Company to repurchase shares (Treasury Stock) for the financial management purpose in the amount of not exceeding 10,000 million baht. The period for the purchase of shares will be from October 15, 2021 to April 14, 2022.

December

• Jointly offered 66 million shares of MAKRO to the general public.

The Board of Directors approved the acquisition of remaining shares of Charoen Pokphand Holding (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. (CPHM), from the existing 49.75% to 100%. CPHM engages in the an integrated broiler business, ranging from feeds production, broiler farmin g, processing plant and processed food production in Malaysia.
 

The Board of Directors approved the investment in Tesco Asia Gr oup in the proportion of 20 % through C.P. Merchandising Co., Ltd. (Thailand) (CPM) to engage in retail business. The acquisition was completed on December 18, 2020.
 

The Board of Directors passed a resolution to propose the investment in swine business in China by Chia Tai Investment Co., Ltd. (CTI), an indirect subsidiary in China, for the purpose of swine business expansion, to the Extraordinary General Meeting for consideration and approval. The acquisition was complete ]on December 1, 2020
 

CPF Restaurant and Food Chain (CPF RF), a company’s subsidiary, has entered in to a share purchasing and joint venture agreement with Dak Galbi Group Co,.Ltd. (Dak Galbi) which was registered in Thailand operating real time cooking Korean food.  CPFRF holds 60% of total share in Dak Galbi  

Investment in integrated swine business in Canada.  The Company acquired 50.10 percent of total shares of HyLife Group Holdings Ltd.(“HyLife”), which is the joint venture of the Company and Itochu corporation. HyLife engages in the integrated swine business, ranging from feed production, swine farming, and distribution of pork products. With premium quality products, HyLife currently exports chilled pork products from Canada to Japan, one of the most premium markets.

The United States of America. CPF commenced its shrimp farming operation in the USA. A new subsidiary was established under the name Homegrown Shrimp (USA) LLC., with  registered capital of 6.6 million US dollars; the subsidiary is wholly-owned by CPF.

Investment in shrimp business in Sri Lanka. Capital increase was made in Lotus Aquaculture Lanka (Private) Ltd. (“Lotus Aquaculture”) at 75 percent of registered capital. Lotus Aquaculture engages in shrimp hatchery, farm, and cold storage in Sri Lanka.

Investment in restaurant business in Vietnam.  The Company acquired investment of AHM Lifestyles – Creative Hospitality Co., Ltd. (“AHM”) at 70 percent of AHM’s registered capital. AHM engages in the restaurant business of Vietnam and its positioning to fit the lifestyle of new-generation.

Establishment of new subsidiary to invest in pet food business in Poland PetRepublic Ltd. (“PetRepublic”) was established in Poland to engage in production and distribution of pet food.
 

June

Investment in Shrimp Farm and Shrimp Processing Business in Brazil

CPF acquired 40% of ordinary shares of Camanor Produtos Marinhos Ltda. (“Camanor”). Camanor operates shrimp farms and primary shrimp processing business in Brazil.

July

Investment in International Buffet Restaurant in Thailand

The Company joint invested in CP Hilai Harbour Co., Ltd., a newly established subsidiary whereby, CPF (Thailand) Public Co., Ltd. Holds 51%, Taiwanese juristic entity holds 45%, and individuals hold 4%. CP Hilai Harbour Co., Ltd. Operates an international buffet restaurant under the brand “Harbour” at the ICON SIAM in Bangkok, Thailand

September

Opening of “Culineur”, School of Culinary Arts and Entrepreneurship

The Company opened a school of culinary arts to groom world-class food experts and entrepreneurs, as well as entrepreneurial chefs to become quality business owners in the future.

November

Business in USA

Investment in FSI, Pizza Bite Production

The Company invested in FSI for business operation of frozen pizza and pizza bite production and distribution through wholesaling and retailing channels in North America. FSI also has production under private labels. food experts and entrepreneurs,as well as entrepreneurial chefs to become quality business owners in the future

"Announced to acquire all ordinary shares in Westbridge Food Group Limited (WFGL), a company incorporated in England. WFGL Group engages in the sales of meat and ready-to-eat products to customers which are retails, food services and food manufacturers in the United Kingdom and countries in the European Union. 

Becoming the shareholder of WFGL will allow CPF to expand its network and channels for retails, food services and food manufacturers in the United Kingdom and the European Union which have a high potentiality. Products of WFGL are chicken, shrimp, fish and processed foods which are in line with CPF’s businesses. In addition, CPF will have Import Quota License for chicken products to the European Union since WFGL has over 100 subsidiaries which have Import Quota License. Furthermore, WFGL has management team with high experience in the businesses of trading food products. http://www.westbridgefoods.com/"

"Announced to acquire 95% of the total issued shares of Paulsen Food GmbH (“PF”). PF Group will engage in the sales of meat to customers which are food services and food manufacturers in Germany and countries in the European Union. In addition, PF will own 76 License Companies in Germany which have import quota licenses for the import of poultry meats and other poultry products to the European Union 

Becoming the shareholder of PF will allow CPF Group to enhance its import quota licenses for poultry meats and other poultry products to the European Union of approximately 6,100 tonnes per annum. Furthermore, CPF Group will obtain network and channels for food services and food manufacturers in Germany and the European Union which have a high potentiality. Main products to be distributed are chicken and duck which are in line with CPF’s businesses. http://www.peter-paulsen.de/"

Announced to acquire 100% of ordinary shares in Hubei Chia Tai Co., Ltd. (Hubei). Hubei engages in the manufacturing and sale of animal feed, breeder animals and processed food products in China.

Announced to subscribe to new ordinary shares of Banner Infant Diary Products Co., Ltd. (Banner), equivalent to 30% of total paid-up shares after capital increase. Banner manufactures and sells formulated infant milk powder in China.

Announced to subscribe to new ordinary shares of Qingdao Yi Bang Bio-Engineering Co., Ltd. (Qingdao Yi Bang), equivalent to 12% of total paid-up shares after capital increase. Qingdao Yi Bang manufactures and sells animal vaccine in China.

Announced to acquire 80% of total paid-up shares of Norfolk Foods (Private) Limited (Norfolk). Norfolk, incorporated in Sri Lanka, engages in manufacturing and distribution of ready-to-eat food products such as samosa, processed chicken, and meat stuffed with cheese and sausages under Crescent trademark. Products are distributed through local distributors, hotels, restaurants and retail shops in Sri Lanka. The acquisition enables CPF to enter into food business with high potential growth, as well as establish export base to neighboring countries.

Announced to acquire 80% of total paid-up shares of Norfolk Foods (Private) Limited (Norfolk). Norfolk, incorporated in Sri Lanka, engages in manufacturing and distribution of ready-to-eat food products such as samosa, processed chicken, and meat stuffed with cheese and sausages under Crescent trademark. Products are distributed through local distributors, hotels, restaurants and retail shops in Sri Lanka. The acquisition enables CPF to enter into food business with high potential growth, as well as establish export base to neighboring countries.

Announced to acquire 70% of paid-up shares of Fujian Sumpo Foods Holding Co., Ltd. (Fujian Sumpo). Fujian Sumpo engages in the manufacturing and sales of animal feed, farming and trading of poultry as well as processing and trading of chicken meat products in China.

Announced to acquire 100% of paid-up shares of Bellisio Parent, LLC (Bellisio). Bellisio engages in the manufacturing and sale of single serve frozen entrée in the United States and Canada, under well-known brands such as Michelina’s, Boston Market, Chilli’s, and Atkins. The acquisition enables CPF to enter into the world largest food market and increase distribution channels of CPF in North America through Bellisio’s nationwide distribution network.

Announced to subscribe to new ordinary shares of Ningxia Xiao Ming Animal Husbandry Co., Ltd. (Ningxia Xiao Ming), equivalent to 16.54% of total paid-up shares after capital increase. Ningxia Xiao Ming engages in the manufacturing and sale of day-old-layer in China.

Announced to acquire 100% of paid-up shares of COFCO Meat (Suqian) Co., Ltd. (COFCO Meat). COFCO Meat engages in the manufacturing and sale of chicken products in China.

Announced to subscribe to new ordinary shares and acquire total of 33% of SuperDrob Zakłady Drobiarsko - Mięsne S.A. (SuperDrob). SuperDrob engages in the agro-industry and food business, with main products such as fresh poultry, processed pre-seasoned and flavored

Acquired ordinary shares of CP Chozen Limited (CP Chozen) 80% of total issued and paid up shares of CP Chozen. CP Chozen Limited is incorporated in England and engages in restaurant business in the format of food kiosks.

Acquired ordinary shares of CJSC Poultry Production Severnaya and CJSC Poultry Parent Stock Production Woyskovitsy (Severnaya and Woyskovitsy) 80% total issued and paid up shares of Severnaya and Woyskovitsy. Incorporated in Russia, engage in integrated chicken business.

Acquired ordinary shares of C.P. Cambodia Limited (CPC) 75% of total issued and paid up shares of CPC. CPC is incorporated in Cambodia and operates an integrated livestock business.

Acquired the entire investment in Hefei Chia Tai Co., Ltd. and Kaifeng Chia Tai Co., Ltd. which incorporated in China, engage in production and distribution of animal feeds.

Acquired 80.02% of total ordinary shares of Tops Foods NV which incorporated in Belgium, engages in production and distribution of chilled and ambient ready-to-eat foods using microwave system production technology.

Acquired 29.00% of total ordinary shares of BHJ Kalino Food AB which incorporated in Sweden, engages in trading of chilled and frozen meat and food products.

Disposal of 25.00% of total ordinary shares of C.P. Pokphand Co., Ltd. to ITOCHU Corporation (ITOCHU), a listed company in Tokyo Stock Exchange.

Issued Exchangeable Bonds of 290.4 million USD to investors outside Thailand and listed in Singapore Exchange Securities.

Acquired Russia Baltic Pork Invest ASV, which holds stake in companies operating swine businesses in Russia.

Acquired C.P.-Meiji Co., Ltd., which engages in manufacturing and distribution of milk products, and healthy dairy products under the brand "Meiji" and "Meiji-Paigen".

Invested in the areas of manufacturing and retailing of processed food products, processed meat, and ready-to-eat products in China. The investment was undertaken by C.P. Pokphand Co., Ltd.

Started a food court business called "CP Food World" in Thailand

Acquired 99.99% of the issued shares in Chester's Food Co., Ltd. that currently operates a fast food restaurant business in thailand

Acquired 74.18%1 of the issued shares in a company listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange which currently perates business in the manufacturing and distribution of animal feed in China, as well as the agro-industrial and food business in Vietnam

Acquired 99.99% of the issued shares in a company based in Malaysia which currently operates businesses in swine farming, a swine abattoir and the retail business in Malaysia

Started a fast-serve restaurant business in Thailand called ‘CP Kitchen‘

Started a retail business under the concept of a super convenience store called ‘CP Fresh Mart Plus’

Acquired 25% of issued shares in a company based in Combodia which currenty operates businesses in the manufacturing and distribution of anlmal feed, as well as animal farming and food processlng

Re-classified CPF’s sector from ‘Agribusiness’ to ‘Food and Beverage’ on the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET)

Acquired 32% of issued shares in a company listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange and now operates businesses in the manufacturing and distribution of animal feed, as well as animal farming and food processing

Invested in the Philippines and currently operates businesses in the manufacturing and distribution of animal feed as well as animal farming

Began production of ready-to-eat products under CP brand and distributed domestically and internationally

Invested in Laos and currently operates businesses in the manufacturing and distribution of livestock feed and livestock farming

Invested in Russia and now operates businesses in the manufacturing and distribution of livestock feed and livestock farming

Started a retail business called ‘CP Fresh Mart’ which is a retailer of fresh and cooked meat, as well as ready-to-eat products

Invested in Malaysia and currently operates a fully integrated shrimp business

Increased shareholding in a subsidiary in India from 19.0% to 71.2%, and currently operates businesses in the manufacturing and distribution of animal feed as well as animal farming in India

Acquired a food kiosk business called ‘Five Star’ which currently operates a chain of food kiosks based on a franchise system

Invested in Turkey and currently operates businesses in the manufacturing and distribution of livestock feed, and a fully-integrated chicken business

Invested in China and currently operates businesses in the manufacturing and distribution of animal feed as well as aquatic farming

Invested in the United Kingdom and now operates businesses that produce chilled food products for supply in the EU market

Renamed as ‘Charoen Pokphand Foods Public Company Limited’ and announced CPF vision of becoming the ‘Kitchen of the World’

Acquired ordinary shares in nine agro-industrial and food companies from Charoen Pokphand Group which transformed CPF into a nationwide fully integrated, agro business in both livestock and aquaculture

Acquired ordinary shares in three agro-industrial public companies in Thailand from Charoen Pokphand Group

Converted to a Public Company Limited

Listed ordinary shares on the Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) with the trading symbol ‘CPF’

Registered under the name ‘Charoen Pokphand Feedmill Company Limited’ to produce and distribute animal feed in Southern Thailand