Richardson International is launching its Richardson Milling business.
Through the acquisition of Viterra’s oat and specialty grain business in May, Richardson Milling claims that it now has the most extensive oat supply chain in North America. With a wide grower network and four strategically-located processing mills in Canada and the U.S., Richardson Milling says that it is the largest oat miller in North America and offers food manufacturers a full range of oat ingredients including oat groats, flakes, flour and bran.
The product portfolio expands into further value-added ingredients such as coated whole grains and granola clusters. Formulations are created to meet growing customer demand for ingredients that deliver specific taste, texture and nutritional profiles.
“We are excited to continue our diversification into value-added processing and build on the success we have achieved in canola processing,” said Pat Van Osch, senior vice president, quality assurance and manufacturing. “The oats business has also provided us with an opportunity to establish a permanent presence in the U.S., which will enhance our ability to meet the needs of the global marketplace.”
Combined with Richardson Oilseed’s range of canola-based margarines, oils and shortenings, the company believes that it offers food manufacturers an expanded line of innovative ingredients to meet consumer demand for healthier products.
“As food manufacturers seek healthier ingredient solutions, we are working with them to create innovative, custom-made new products that meet customer needs,” said Van Osch.
Richardson Oilseed and Richardson Milling are based in Winnipeg, Canada.
