P&H Milling Group, a division of Parrish & Heimbecker, Limited on Friday announced the construction of a new flour mill in Alberta.
The $241-million state-of-the-art facility, to be built in Red Deer County, will have the capacity to mill 750 tonnes of Prairie wheat daily, according to a media release. In addition to the milling operations, the site will include offices, warehousing, logistics infrastructure, rail siding, and provisions for future expansion. It is expected to be completed and operational by fall, 2026.
“This new facility not only strengthens our position in the Canadian milling industry but also boosts Alberta’s baking industry by supplying high-quality flour to a diverse range of customers,” said John Heimbecker, CEO at Parrish & Heimbecker. “We are proud to contribute to the local economy and support the agricultural community by sourcing 230,000 metric tonnes of locally grown wheat each year.”
The mill will serve a variety of end-use customers, including commercial bakers, retail bakers, large bakery wholesalers, and major pizza commissaries. Additionally, the flour produced will support the export of manufactured products to bakeries in British Columbia and the Pacific Northwest region of the US.
The release said P&H Milling Group is “committed to driving industry investment, facilitating exports, and supporting the continued growth of Canada’s food sector.
“The new Red Deer County facility represents a significant step forward in meeting these goals while advancing the sustainability and efficiency of food production,” it said.
