Columbia Grain’s subsidiary Enrich Foods acquires Great River Milling

Columbia Grain International (CGI) has made its entry into the consumer products market through its newly established subsidiary, Enrich Foods, which has completed its first acquisition by purchasing Great River Milling in Fountain City, Wisconsin.

This acquisition includes Great River Milling’s milling operation, as well as a state-of-the-art packaging and distribution facility.

Great River Milling is known for its expertise in organic and specialty baking flour, grains, and breakfast products. The company has established a strong presence on Amazon and enjoys nationwide distribution through leading retailers and major e-commerce platforms in the US. Additionally, Great River Milling is recognized for its co-manufacturing capabilities and private label services for top-tier retailers.

As part of the expansion into the consumer products market, Columbia Grain International will integrate its Balanced Bushel brand of dry beans and pulses into the Enrich Foods portfolio. These products will be presented in consumer-friendly packaging, enhancing their appeal to a broader customer base.

This strategic move provides Columbia Grain International with a solid foundation for growth in the consumer packaged goods (CPG) category, opening doors to future business opportunities, acquisitions, and market expansion. Enrich Foods will benefit from Columbia Grain’s stability and its access to global commodity sourcing, enabling the subsidiary to meet market demands effectively.

The Great River Milling facility, conveniently located in southwest Wisconsin, offers a central position that facilitates efficient service to the US grain market and various freight routes. This advantageous location will support Enrich Foods’ operations and distribution capabilities, ensuring a seamless supply chain for their expanding consumer products portfolio.

Jeff Van Pevenage — Columbia Grain International and Enrich Foods CEO and president said: “CGI’s acquisition of Great River Milling to launch Enrich Foods gives us the platform to develop healthy, clean, packaged food innovations.

“It allows us to leverage our agricultural base of 5,000 producers to open new markets for them thanks to our unique processing and packaging capabilities, all in an effort to further our mission of nourishing the world, safely. I am confident in the competent leadership and passionate team at Great River Milling, which will help make the transition to our ownership seamless.”