By Voice staff
A large agri-business which includes a location in Winkler was recently bought out by a Manitoba-based company.
Orenda Commodity Services has purchased Scoular’s sunflower and wild bird food blending business, including its processing facility in Winkler.
The sale closed on Jan. 19. Orenda and U.S.-based Scoular stressed it will be a smooth transition for facility employees, sunflower producers, and end-use customers.
“This acquisition is a natural fit for Orenda, our producers and customers,” said Orenda president Aaron Elskamp. “Sunflowers are a unique crop with a unique market. Orenda specializes in connecting the entire value chain to create a sustainable crop that boosts the Manitoba economy.”
A family-owned business, Orenda Commodity Services is an established commodity company specializing in wild bird food blending, packaging, and logistics. It employs about 80 people at four locations across the province.
Through its network of local suppliers and customers, Orenda customizes seed mixes for the retail bird food and human consumption markets; the Winkler facility handles product for both markets.
