ATLANTA, Indiana, Aug. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Beck's, the
largest family-owned retail seed company in the United States, today announced the
completion of its new east soybean tower. As one of the largest
soybean processing towers in the world, it's capable of processing
three million bushels of soybeans per year, doubling Beck's
processing to six million at the Atlanta,
Ind., location.
"Our family and family of employees are driven to help farmers
succeed," stated Sonny Beck, CEO of
Beck's. "We couldn't be more excited for the completion of the new
east soybean tower, which allows us to more efficiently process and
deliver additional units of high-quality soybeans to current and
future customers."
The 221' x 300' facility features a ten-story, stand-alone
processing tower that includes an observation deck with a glass
floor for visitors to see soybeans being processed; video
monitoring on all machinery operations; state-of-the-art batch
treating to allow more versatility of ingredients; five new
warehouses for seed and equipment storage; and office space.
"I'm honored to be part of today's celebration at Beck's, a
strong contributor to Indiana's
agriculture industry," said Governor Eric
J. Holcomb. "Life sciences and innovation-based economic
development continue driving Indiana's economy forward, and the growth of
Beck's and the rest of our agriculture industry is proof of that.
We'll continue cultivating an environment where companies like
these can thrive for generations to come."
It will take 60,000 soybean production acres to run at full
capacity, equaling 150 incoming semi-trailer loads of soybeans
delivered per week. Upon arrival, the soybeans will be stored in
the new 125,000 bushel receiving storage facility – 20 bins storing
6,250 bushels. In addition, the facility contains two receiving
dumps, two scales, and can process two varieties at once. The tower
can process 24,000 bags per day through automated package filling
for bulk and mini-bulk bags. Once the soybeans have been processed
and packaged, 140 semi-trailer loads will be outgoing weekly.
"This project would not be possible without the support of the
Indiana Economic Development Corporation and Hamilton County officials," said Beck. "With
their foresight, dedication to Indiana agribusiness, and passion for the
growth of the Hoosier economy, we've increased capacity, added
jobs, and can better serve farmers across our 14-state marketing
area."
Founded in 1937, Beck's began when Lawrence Beck and his son, Francis, planted
hybrid parent seed corn developed by the Purdue University Botany Department. Today, Beck's
has seen tremendous growth, doubling in size every 6.5 years,
leading to the number one selling corn and soybean seed brand in
Indiana and the third-largest corn
and soybean brand in the United
States.
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, Ind., 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, Twitter, and YouTube.
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