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New oilseeds processing plant launched in Cangzhou

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Cargill, New Hope Group and Hebei Bohai Investment Group have launched a US$100 million oilseeds processing plant with an annual processing capacity of 1.32 million t in Huanghua, Cangzhou in Hebei Province. The plant will help meet the growing demand for high-quality food products in Northern China, drive the development of the local economy, and facilitate its integration into the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region.

The plant, Hebei Jiahao Grain & Oil Co Ltd, covers 21 000 m2 in the Bohai New Development Area, which is the largest national economic development zone along China’s east coast. Finished products will include high-quality oil and animal feed, which will be marketed in northern China, including in the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region.

Cargill Chairman and Chief Executive Officer David MacLennan and New Hope Group board member and Chairlady of New Hope Liuhe Angelia Liu inaugurated the plant at an opening ceremony.

Investment in Jihai Port

Additionally, the opening of Hebei Jihai Port Co. Ltd (Jihai Port) has been announced, which manages a bulk and general cargo berth with a capacity of 100 000 t. Jihai Port will serve the transportation and storage needs of the new plant for both domestic and international trade. It will connect Huanghua and Cangzhou to the global grain and food trade. Total investments in the Jihai Port have exceeded US$100 million.

“These investments in the new oilseeds plant and Jihai Port reinforce Cargill’s strong commitment to China, a strategic market for us,” said MacLennan. “They will also help in the coordinated development in the Beijing-Tianjin and Hebei regions which is of great significance to China. We are incredibly grateful for the strong support we have received from the government during the construction and from our customers during the trial period.”

“As one of China’s largest food and modern agriculture enterprises, New Hope has been closely watching the market trends.  With the consumption upgrading in China, we hope to meet the market demand for quality and nutritious food by leveraging our integrated supply chain that comprises both agriculture and animal husbandry.  We are pleased to enter into cooperation with Cargill, and we regard highly Cargill’s resources and advantages in food and agriculture.  With shared visions and combined advantages of all the parties, we believe this project will lead to deeper cooperation and will contribute to the development of local economies and related industries,” said Angela Liu, board member of New Hope Group and Chairlady of New Hope Liuhe Co. Ltd.

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