WINONA, MN — Bay State Milling Co., the largest family-owned, privately held grain miller in the US, is celebrating 125 years of business.
Since 1899, the milling company has expanded beyond flour to offer a variety of grain-based ingredients, including innovative and nutrition-forward products.
“In 1899, our founder traveled by train all the way from Boston to Winona to buy a bankrupt flour mill on the banks of the Mississippi River,” said Pete Levangie, president and CEO of Bay State Milling. “Since then, Bay State Milling has been on a relentless pursuit to promote the growth of nutritious, sustainable and accessible ingredients within our food system.”
“We've continued to innovate and create industry-leading food ingredients in response to consumer demand for variety, health, taste and affordability in their food choices.” — Pete Levangie | president and CEO | Bay State Milling Co.
Today, the flagship mill in Winona employs 115 people to produce ingredients including wheat flour, rye flour and HealthSense High-Fiber Wheat Flour, the only high-fiber white flour in North America made from non-GMO high-amylose wheat. Bay State Milling currently operates 12 facilities across the US and Canada.
“We’ve continued to innovate and create industry-leading food ingredients in response to consumer demand for variety, health, taste and affordability in their food choices,” Levangie said. “We are grateful to our dedicated team and loyal partners for helping us achieve this incredible milestone and look forward to many more years of milling excellence.”
The Winona mill remains the company’s largest facility and will serve as the backdrop for the kickoff of its anniversary celebration. Facilities across the country will recognize the milestone throughout the year and honor employees who have built the company into what it is today.
