January 2, 2020

State-of-the-art US$16-million feed mill to be built in UK

One of the most technologically advanced feed mills in Europe is set to be built on an expanding industrial estate in North Yorkshire for the fourth generation of a family who set up business 120 years ago, Darlington and Stockton Times reported.

A planning application for the £12m mill (~US$16 million; £1 = US$1.32) at Dalton New Bridge, near Thirsk, has been recommended for approval by Hambleton District Council. I'Anson Brothers, based in Masham, plans for the feed mill to ensure a sustainable future for the family business which currently employs 80 people which is set to grow.

The company says the ultramodern mill will be as energy efficient as possible, and the additional capacity will help the company meet growing global demand for feed.

Managing director Chris I'Anson says, "Hambleton Council has a four-year plan, a 'Place to Grow' encouraging businesses to grow their reach from local to global. That certainly describes our company, founded 120 years ago in Masham to serve local farmers we now also export to around 40 countries worldwide.

When we decided to make the biggest investment in our company's history to develop a new, state-of-the art mill we looked at a number of attractive sites around the North of England. However, we were keen to retain our historic links with local customers and suppliers along with Masham and the surrounding communities so Dalton New Bridge provided a perfect solution."

Construction of the mill itself is expected to begin in the autumn and last for 18 months. Completion and commissioning is scheduled for early 2022.