P&H Expands Flour Mill Operations in Hamilton
Parrish & Heimbecker, Limited (P&H) recently celebrated a major milestone in its flour mill expansion at the Port of Hamilton. This development highlights the company’s commitment to enhancing food security and strengthening supply chains.
Expected to be completed by late 2025, the expansion includes two new storage silos for essential feed ingredients like soymeal, wheat, and distillers dried grains.
Additionally, a third flour mill is being built, further solidifying P&H’s reputation as a leading flour producer in Ontario.
“This expansion reflects the strength of the agri-food cluster in Hamilton and reinforces the importance of building a resilient supply chain for Ontario farmers and food manufacturers,” said Ian Hamilton, President & CEO of HOPA Ports. “The continued growth of companies like P&H demonstrates the value of collaboration and strategic investment in transportation and industrial infrastructure.”
P&H has steadily expanded its operations at the Port of Hamilton. Starting with a grain terminal in 2008, the company launched Ontario’s first new flour mill in 75 years in 2017. By 2020, a second mill doubled production capacity, and now, the third mill will further meet the increasing demand for high-quality ingredients in food manufacturing.
“The expansion of our Hamilton operations reflects P&H’s unwavering commitment to supporting Canada and Ontario’s food security,” said John Heimbecker, CEO at Parrish & Heimbecker. “With this new flour mill and expanded storage capacity, we’re not only increasing our ability to meet the growing demand for high-quality ingredients, but also ensuring a more efficient supply chain for our valued agricultural and business partners.”
Sixteen agri-food businesses operate at the Port of Hamilton.
Photo Credit: HOPA Ports