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2026-04-21
UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549
FORM 8-K
CURRENT REPORT
Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 21, 2026
Laird Superfood, Inc.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
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Nevada
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1-39537
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81-1589788
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(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)
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(Commission File Number)
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5303 Spine Road, Suite 204, Boulder, Colorado
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80301
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(Address of principal executive offices)
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Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (541) 588-3600
(Former name or former address, if changed since last report)
Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:
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Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))
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Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:
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Title of each class
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Trading Symbol
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Name of each exchange on which registered
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Common Stock, $0.001 par value
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LSF
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NYSE American
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Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).
Emerging growth company ☐
If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐
INTRODUCTORY NOTE
On April 21, 2026 (the “Closing Date”), Laird Superfood, Inc. (the “Company”) completed its acquisition (the “Terrasoul Acquisition”) of all of the issued and outstanding equity interests of Terrasoul Superfoods, LLC (“Terrasoul”) from the Seller (as defined herein) pursuant to that certain securities purchase agreement, dated April 21, 2026 (the “Terrasoul Acquisition Agreement”), by and among the Company, Terrasoul, Superfoods Seller LLC (the “Seller”) and, solely for purposes of Section 8.16 of the Terrasoul Acquisition Agreement, the Guarantors set froth on Schedule 1 thereto.
On the Closing Date and concurrently with the closing of the Terrasoul Acquisition, the Company completed the issuance and sale of 60,000 shares of Series A Preferred Stock (the “Preferred Shares”) to the Investor (as defined herein) at $1,000 per share for an aggregate purchase price of $60.0 million (the “Subsequent Closing” and together with the Terrasoul Acquisition, the “Transactions”), pursuant to that certain investment agreement dated December 21, 2025 (as amended, the “Investment Agreement”), entered into by and among the Company, Gateway Superfood NSSIII Investment, LLC (“Gateway III”) and Gateway Superfood NSSIV Investment, LLC (“Gateway IV” and, together with Gateway III, the “Investor”). The proceeds from the sale of the Preferred Shares were used to complete the Terrasoul Acquisition.
Item 1.01. Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement.
Terrasoul Acquisition Agreement
As discussed in the Introductory Note, on the Closing Date, the Company entered into the Terrasoul Acquisition Agreement, pursuant to which, among other things, and subject to certain limitations set forth therein, the Company acquired from the Seller all of the Company Membership Interests (as defined in the Terrasoul Acquisition Agreement) which constitute all of the issued and outstanding equity interests of Terrasoul, for a purchase price of (i) $48.0 million in cash, subject to customary purchase price adjustments, including adjustments for working capital, cash, debt and transaction expenses and (ii) potential earnout consideration of up to $5.0 million in cash based on the achievement of certain 2026 Contribution Margin (as defined in the Terrasoul Acquisition Agreement) thresholds during the calendar year 2026.
The Terrasoul Acquisition closed concurrently with the execution of the Terrasoul Acquisition Agreement on the Closing Date. The Terrasoul Acquisition Agreement contains customary representations from the Company, on the one hand, and Terrasoul and the Seller, on the other hand.
The foregoing description of the Terrasoul Acquisition Agreement is a summary only, does not purport to be complete and is subject to, and qualified in its entirety by reference to, the full text of the Terrasoul Acquisition Agreement, a copy of which is filed as Exhibit 10.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K (this “Current Report”) and is incorporated by reference herein.
Restrictive Covenant Agreement
Concurrently with the execution of the Terrasoul Acquisition Agreement, the Company entered into a Restrictive Covenant Agreement (the “Restrictive Covenant Agreement”) by and among the Seller, Dennis Botts (“DB”), Amy Botts (“AB”), Jerry Collins (“JC”) and Mark Miller (“MM”, together with DB, AB and JC, the “Seller Members”, collectively with the Seller, the “Seller Parties”, and each, a “Seller Party”) pursuant to which the Seller Parties are subject to certain restrictive covenants as set forth therein during the three-year period following the closing of the Terrasoul Acquisition (with respect to MM) and the five-year period following the closing of the Terrasoul Acquisition (with respect to DB, AB and JC).
The foregoing description of the Restrictive Covenant Agreement is a summary only, does not purport to be complete and is subject to, and qualified in its entirety by reference to, the full text of the Restrictive Covenant Agreement, a copy of which is filed as Exhibit 10.2 to this Current Report and is incorporated by reference herein.
The representations, warranties and covenants of each party set forth in the Terrasoul Acquisition Agreement and the Restrictive Covenant Agreement were made only for purposes of the Terrasoul Acquisition Agreement and the Restrictive Covenant Agreement as of the specific dates set forth therein, were solely for the benefit of the parties to the Terrasoul Acquisition Agreement and the Restrictive Covenant Agreement, may be subject to limitations agreed upon by the contracting parties, including being qualified by confidential disclosures made for the purposes of allocating contractual risk between the parties to the Terrasoul Acquisition Agreement and the Restrictive Covenant Agreement instead of establishing these matters as facts, and may be subject to standards of materiality applicable to the contracting parties that differ from those applicable to investors. The Company’s investors and security holders are not third-party beneficiaries under the Terrasoul Acquisition Agreement and the Restrictive Covenant Agreement and should not rely on the representations, warranties and covenants or any descriptions thereof as characterizations of the actual state of facts or condition of Terrasoul, the parties to the Terrasoul Acquisition Agreement and Restrictive Covenant Agreement or any of their respective subsidiaries or affiliates. Moreover, information concerning the subject matter of the representations and warranties may change after the date of the Terrasoul Acquisition Agreement and Restrictive Covenant Agreement, which subsequent information may or may not be fully reflected in the Company’s public disclosures.
Item 2.01. Completion of Acquisition or Disposition of Assets.
As discussed in the Introductory Note and Item 1.01, which are incorporated by reference into this Item 2.01, on the Closing Date, the Company completed the Terrasoul Acquisition pursuant to the Terrasoul Acquisition Agreement.
Item 3.02. Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities.
As discussed in the Introductory Note, which is incorporated by reference into this Item 3.02, on the Closing Date, the Investor purchased the Preferred Shares from the Company for gross proceeds of $60.0 million.
As previously announced, pursuant to the terms of the Investment Agreement, the Company has the option, subject to certain conditions, to require the Investor to purchase the Preferred Shares, provided that the decision to require the Investor to purchase the Preferred Shares be approved by a majority of the disinterested directors of the board of directors of the Company (the “Board”) and any funding of Preferred Shares be used to fund substantially concurrent strategic transactions.
On March 27, 2026, a majority of the disinterested directors of the Board approved the decision to require the Investor to purchase the Preferred Shares (including the number of Preferred Shares) pursuant to the terms of the Investment Agreement.
An aggregate of 16,806,722 shares of Common Stock may be issued upon conversion of the Preferred Shares.
The issuance of the Preferred Shares was undertaken in reliance upon the exemption from the registration requirements of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”), pursuant to Section 4(a)(2) thereof and/or Regulation D promulgated thereunder.
Item 5.02. Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers.
Concurrently with the execution of the Terrasoul Acquisition Agreement, the Company entered into an Advisory Agreement (the “Advisory Agreement”) with DB, an indirect beneficial owner of 32.33% of the issued and outstanding Company Membership Interests as of immediately prior to the Terrasoul Acquisition, pursuant to which DB agreed to provide the Company with certain advisory services during the two-year period following the closing of the Terrasoul Acquisition in exchange for aggregate fees of $1,500,000, payable in monthly installments of $62,500 during the two-year term of the Advisory Agreement.
The foregoing description of the Advisory Agreement is a summary only, does not purport to be complete and is subject to, and qualified in its entirety by reference to, the full text of the Advisory Agreement, a copy of which is filed as Exhibit 5.1 to this Current Report and is incorporated by reference herein.
Item 7.01. Regulation FD Disclosure.
On the Closing Date, the Company issued a press release announcing the completion of the Transactions. A copy of the press release is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report and is incorporated into this Item 7.01 by reference herein.
The information included under Item 7.01 of this Current Report (including Exhibit 99.1) is being furnished and shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Exchange Act, or otherwise be subject to the liabilities of that section, nor shall it be deemed to be incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act or the Exchange Act, whether made before or after the date hereof and regardless of any general incorporation language in such filing.
Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits.
(a) Financial Statements of Businesses Acquired.
The Company will file the required financial statements of Terrasoul by amendment to this Current Report no later than 71 calendar days after the date on which this Current Report on Form 8-K is required to be filed.
(b) Pro Forma Financial Information.
The Company will file the required pro forma financial information by amendment to this Current Report no later than 71 calendar days after the date on which this Current Report on Form 8-K is required to be filed.
(d) Exhibits
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Exhibit No.
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Description
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10.1*
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Securities Purchase Agreement dated April 21, 2026, by and among Laird Superfood, Inc., Terrasoul Superfoods, LLC and Seller.
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10.2*
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Restrictive Covenant Agreement dated April 21, 2026, by and among Laird Superfood, Inc., Dennis Botts, Amy Botts, Jerry Collins and Mark Miller.
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5.1*
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Advisory Agreement dated April 21, 2026, by and among Laird Superfood, Inc. and Dennis Botts.
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99.1
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Press Release of Laird Superfood, Inc., dated April 21, 2026 (furnished pursuant to Item 7.01).
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Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document).
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Certain schedules and exhibits to this agreement have been omitted pursuant to Item 601(a)(5) of Regulation S-K. A copy of any omitted schedule or exhibit will be furnished supplementally to the SEC or its staff upon request.
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SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.
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Date: April 21, 2026
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Laird Superfood, Inc.
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By:
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/s/ Anya Hamill
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Name:
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Anya Hamill
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Title:
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Chief Financial Officer
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Exhibit 99.1
Laird Superfood Announces Acquisition of Terrasoul Superfoods and Additional $60 Million Convertible Preferred Equity Investment from Nexus Capital
BOULDER, Colo., April 21, 2026 — Laird Superfood, Inc. (NYSE American: LSF) (“Laird Superfood” or the “Company”) today announced that it has completed the acquisition of Terrasoul Superfoods, LLC (“Terrasoul Superfoods” or “Terrasoul”), a vertically integrated superfoods brand for $48.0 million in cash, subject to customary purchase price adjustments, with an additional earnout of up to $5.0 million payable in cash if certain performance-based milestones are achieved (the “Terrasoul Acquisition”). For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025, Terrasoul generated unaudited Net Sales of approximately $65.8 million.
The Terrasoul Acquisition was funded through a concurrent private placement of $60 million of Series A Convertible Preferred Stock to affiliates of Nexus Capital Management LP (“Nexus”) that was previously committed under Laird Superfood’s investment agreement with Nexus, which was approved by the Company’s stockholders on March 12, 2026 in connection with the Navitas Organics transaction for future acquisitions on substantially the same terms. Following the incremental investment, Nexus will own approximately 71.7% of the issued and outstanding shares of Laird Superfood on a fully diluted, as-converted basis.
Terrasoul is a vertically integrated, branded foods platform offering a broad portfolio of superfood products, including nuts, seeds, dried fruits, powders, baking ingredients, and functional beverage mix-ins. These products span large and fast-growing segments of the consumer wellness market, driven by sustained and broadening demand for clean-label, nutrient-dense foods across health-conscious consumer demographics. Terrasoul sources ingredients globally, processes and packages products in-house at its manufacturing and fulfillment facility in Fort Worth, Texas. This vertically integrated model supports a diversified omnichannel distribution strategy, with particularly strong positioning across e-commerce and major online marketplaces, as well as established foodservice and retail channels.
Jason Vieth, Chief Executive Officer of Laird Superfood, described the transaction as “a significant step forward in our mission to build the premier platform in superfoods and functional nutrition.” Vieth noted that Terrasoul's established online marketplace presence, proprietary supply chain infrastructure, and high-quality product portfolio are “strongly aligned with our long-term strategic priorities” and will “meaningfully accelerate our ability to serve consumers across channels at scale.”
Dennis Botts, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Terrasoul, said, “Terrasoul was built with a commitment to delivering high-quality superfoods through a transparent and vertically integrated model. Our partnership with Laird Superfood marks an exciting next chapter for the brand, and we look forward to continuing to grow and scale the Terrasoul platform.”
Kayla Dean Obia, Principal at Nexus Capital, highlighted the strategic and operational fit within the firm's broader platform thesis. “Terrasoul is a high-quality business operating in a large and growing category, with a differentiated supply chain model and a demonstrated ability to build consumer loyalty at scale.” Dean Obia added that “this acquisition reinforces our conviction in the functional nutrition category and represents a compelling opportunity to drive incremental value across the combined platform.”
Advisors
Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP served as legal counsel to Laird Superfood. Aspect Consumer Partners, LLC served as exclusive financial advisor to Terrasoul Superfoods. Steptoe LLP served as legal counsel to Terrasoul Superfoods.
About Laird Superfood
Laird Superfood, Inc. creates award-winning, plant-based superfood products that are clean, delicious, and functional. Our products are designed to enhance a consumer’s daily ritual and keep them fueled naturally throughout the day. Laird Superfood was co-founded in 2015 by the world’s most prolific big-wave surfer, Laird Hamilton. Laird Superfood’s offerings are environmentally conscientious, responsibly tested and made with real ingredients. Shop all products online at www.lairdsuperfood.com and join the Laird Superfood community on social media for the latest news and daily doses of inspiration.
About Terrasoul Superfoods
Terrasoul Superfoods is a vertically integrated, branded foods platform focused on “superfood” products, including nuts, seeds, dried fruits, powders, baking ingredients, and functional beverage mix-ins. The Company sources ingredients globally, processes and packages products in-house, and distributes through a diversified model spanning e-commerce, foodservice, and retail.
https://www.terrasoul.com/
About Nexus Capital Management
Nexus Capital Management LP is an alternative asset investment management company based in Los Angeles, California that was founded in 2013. Nexus employs a flexible investment mandate that focuses on long-term value creation by partnering with leading management teams and businesses. For more information on Nexus, please visit www.nexuslp.com.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains “forward-looking” statements, as that term is defined under the federal securities laws, including but not limited to statements regarding the (i) estimates of future synergies, growth opportunities, savings and efficiencies as a result of the Terrasoul Acquisition, (ii) expectations regarding Laird’s ability to effectively integrate assets and properties it acquired as a result of the Terrasoul Acquisition, (iii) expectations of the continued listing of Laird’s common stock on the NYSE American and (iv) expectations of future plans, priorities, focus and benefits of the Terrasoul Acquisition and the other transactions described in this press release. Such forward-looking statements may be identified by words such as “anticipates,” “believes,” “continues,” “could,” “estimates,” “expects,” “intends,” “may,” “outlook,” “plans,” “potential,” “predicts,” “projects,” “seeks,” “should,” “will,” “would,” or the antonyms of these terms or other comparable terminology. These forward-looking statements are based on Laird Superfood’s current assumptions, expectations and beliefs and are subject to substantial risks, uncertainties, assumptions and changes in circumstances that may cause Laird Superfood’s actual results, performance or achievements to differ materially from those expressed or implied in any forward-looking statement. We expressly disclaim any obligation to update or alter any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law.
The risks and uncertainties referred to above include, but are not limited to: (i) the inability of the Company to realize any anticipated synergy benefits of the Terrasoul Acquisition, (ii) the inability of the Company to integrate Terrasoul’s operations, (iii) fluctuations and volatility in the Company’s stock price, (iv) the ability of the Company to successfully execute its strategic plans, (v) the ability of the Company to maintain customer and supplier relationships and (vi) the timing and market acceptance of new product offerings. More information about factors that could cause actual results to materially differ from those described in the forward-looking statements can be found in the Company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Investor Relations Contact
Trevor Rousseau
investors@lairdsuperfood.com