Beck's Breaks Ground on New Soybean Processing Facility in New Madrid, Missouri

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Nov 13, 2024, 12:00 ET

Facility will support Mid-South farmers and meet growing demand for soybeans

NEW MADRID, Mo., Nov. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Beck's, the largest family-owned retail seed company in the United States, is excited to announce the groundbreaking of its new soybean processing facility in New Madrid, Missouri. The state-of-the-art facility will help meet the growing demand for soybeans in the Mid-South region, expanding opportunities for local farmers and strengthening Beck's commitment to serving the agricultural community.

Beck's is the largest family-owned retail seed company in the U.S.

"We're proud to welcome Beck's to the Show-Me State as it announces this exciting new facility in New Madrid," said Governor Mike Parson. "As a business owner and third-generation farmer, I'm thrilled to see an agricultural leader like Beck's making such a significant investment in our state. This company's presence in New Madrid will support the area's economy, benefit local farmers, and further strengthen Missouri agriculture as a whole."

Situated on 105.5 acres, the facility will cover 60,000 square feet and have a processing capacity of 3 million units of soybeans per year. The facility will also feature additional warehouse space and seed storage, ensuring that Beck's can effectively meet the needs of farmers in the area. Construction will be completed in phases, with the first phase expected to be finished by December 2024. The facility is projected to be fully operational by fall 2026. In its first year, it will create 17 new jobs, bringing a welcome boost to the local economy.

"We are thrilled to expand our presence in the Mid-South and put down roots in the New Madrid community," said Scott Beck, President of Beck's. "This new facility represents our ongoing commitment to serving farmers by providing them with high-quality soybean products and elite customer service. We look forward to building strong partnerships in the area and supporting the growth of the agricultural industry for years to come."

This facility marks another significant step in Beck's mission to provide innovative solutions and service to farmers across the United States. As demand for soybeans continues to rise, Beck's continues to invest in the infrastructure needed to support the future of farming.

Beck's is proud to partner with Missouri Partnership, the city of New Madrid, the New Madrid County Commission, Liberty Utilities, the Missouri Department of Economic Development, and the State of Missouri to bring this new facility to New Madrid. This collaboration will enhance Beck's ability to attract investment and create jobs in the New Madrid community, further contributing to the region's agricultural development and economic vitality.

"This exciting investment of millions of dollars not only brings new jobs to our community but also highlights our commitment to fostering a vibrant business environment," said Mayor Nick White. "New Madrid is open for business, and together with Beck's, we are planting the seeds for a prosperous future."

"Working with Beck's has been and continues to be an absolute pleasure," said Aaron Griffin, New Madrid City Administrator. "They are a family-owned and operated organization that adheres to family values. They promote agriculture in innovative ways. New Madrid prides itself on having family values and agriculture as a part of its backbone. We humbly welcome them to our beautiful community."

"Beck's decision to establish a footprint in New Madrid, bringing with it jobs and investment, creates excitement and new opportunities for Missourians to prosper," said Michelle Hataway, Director of the Missouri Department of Economic Development. "Team DED is proud to support Beck's, and we are incredibly grateful that they chose southeast Missouri for their new location."

"Missouri's deep-rooted history in soybean production, paired with our robust infrastructure and skilled workforce, makes it the perfect location for Beck's to grow and succeed," said Subash Alias, CEO of Missouri Partnership. "This investment highlights our state's leadership in the industry and reinforces Missouri's role as a critical hub for feeding and fueling the world."

About Beck's
Beck's- Farmers At Heart® - revolutionized the customer seed buying experience by remaining true to a foundation built on faith, family, and farming. Founded in 1937, Beck's appreciates the farmers who have helped them become the largest family-owned retail seed company and the third largest seed brand in the United States. The Beck family is now in its fifth generation of family members who work in the business to honor God and help farmers succeed. The Beck family and team of employees help farmers achieve success from generation to generation through authentic customer experiences, product diversity, seed quality, and performance. With a home office located in Atlanta, IN, Beck's serves farmers throughout the Midwest and Mid-South. For more information about Beck's, visit www.beckshybrids.com. Follow Beck's on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, Twitter, and YouTube.

About Missouri Partnership
Missouri Partnership is a public-private economic development organization focused on attracting new jobs and investment to the state and promoting Missouri's business strengths. Since 2008, Missouri Partnership has worked with partners statewide to attract companies that have created 34,000+ new jobs, $1.7 billion+ in new annual payroll, and $7.8 billion+ in new capital investment. Some recent successful projects that led to major investment in Missouri include Accenture Federal Services LLC, American Foods Group, Casey's, Chewy, Inc., Google, James Hardie, Meta, Swift Prepared Foods, URBN, USDA, and Veterans United.

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SOURCE Missouri Partnership