Bunge opens wheat mill in Yucatán, Mexico

US-based food company Bunge North America has opened a new wheat mill in the south-east region of Mexico.

Bunge North America is the North American operating arm of Bunge.

The company primarily supplies raw and processed agricultural commodities, as well as specialised food ingredients to a wide range of customers worldwide.

Bunge North America’s Del Mayab mill is located 20km from Puerto Progresso and serves key customers within south-east Mexico.

The new site also provides the company with a logistical advantage due to its strategic location, which enables the firm to easily move wheat through the nearby port and deliver it to the mill.

It also allows Bunge to export flour from the facility to other countries across Latin America.

Bunge North America Mexico managing director Daniel Maldonado said: “This expansion of our footprint ensures that Bunge can continue to meet the needs of our customers with a reliable supply chain and the ability to produce high-quality ingredients at a competitive cost.

“The location and design of this mill allow us to create a world-class operation with a strong local presence.”

Bunge’s Del Mayab mill produces flours in bulk and in bags to serve both large food companies and small bakeries situated in the states of Yucatán, Campeche, Quintana Roo, Chiapas and Tabasco.

The facility supports nearly 50 jobs and is expected to generate additional economic benefits for the surrounding region.

Bunge commercial director Jennifer Uribe said: “Through our network of wheat mills in Mexico, Bunge has built a reputation for providing high-quality products at competitive prices.

“We look forward to providing bakers and families in this region a high level of service and flours that produce bread that is richer, softer and fluffier, the trademarks of our brands, including Espiga, Escudo Plus and Villa Rica.”