ABF Ingredients announces Eau Claire, Wisconsin for North American expansion

ABF Ingredients (ABFI) has  announced the intention to purchase land in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. The investment will reinforce the company’s long-term commitment to the region by supporting the continued growth of Ohly – one of ABFI’s global specialty ingredients businesses. The location also offers the opportunity for further expansion to enhance ABFI’s ability to serve key markets across North America.

Representatives from the Eau Claire City Council and the Wisconsin Economic
Development Corporation (WEDC) welcomed the announcement, noting the positive economic impact this investment will bring to the area through job creation, local supply chain opportunities and long-term infrastructure development.

A long-term commitment to Wisconsin
Following a comprehensive assessment of the North American market, Ohly identified significant growth opportunities. To support this growth and meet rising customer demand, the company is seeking to expand production capacity by investing in the site at Eau Claire. The project includes an initial investment of over $65 million to construct a new state-of-the-art facility which will employ nearly 30 team members. The new facility will complement and operate alongside Ohly’s existing manufacturing facility in Boyceville, Wisconsin.

Ohly will construct and operate their facility first, but the Eau Claire site has been selected for its strategic potential and designed with long-term expansion in mind to support future ABFI growth opportunities in North America.

This investment by ABF Ingredients follows a detailed evaluation of the North American market and potential locations in the region. Eau Claire was selected for its strong infrastructure, skilled regional workforce, and proximity to Ohly’s existing Wisconsin operations. Construction is anticipated to be phased over several years and ABF Ingredients and Ohly are partnering with the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) and the City of Eau Claire to support planning, permitting, and community engagement.

Jeremy Xu, CEO, ABF Ingredients, noted that the investment marks an important milestone for the business and its customers.

“Eau Claire offers the right environment for sustainable, long-term growth, and our new facility will strengthen Ohly’s ability to meet rising demand across North America,” he said. “We are proud to deepen our roots in Wisconsin.”

Dave Solberg, Deputy City Manager, City of Eau Claire expressed his happiness at ABF Ingredients coming to Eau Claire as the company establishes its new North American campus for Ohly.

“The corporate history, vision, and values of ABFI make them a strong fit for our community. I look forward to a long, successful partnership between the City and ABFI,” Solberg added.

Aaron White, Community Development Director, City of Eau Claire welcomed ABF Ingredients to the community. He described the company as a leader in their industry who will bring “high-paying biomanufacturing jobs, helping pave the way for Eau Claire to grow this industry segment”.

John W. Miller, Secretary and CEO, Wisconsin Economic Development
Corporation (WEDC) concluded that ABF Ingredients’ decision to expand its campus in the Eau Claire region is “exciting” news for Wisconsin’s world-class food and beverage industry.

“WEDC worked closely with them to meet their site selection needs, and we look forward to partnering with them to ensure their success in our state,” Miller said of the move.