Barilla America
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Barilla America operates a state-of-the-art food manufacturing facility in Ames, Iowa, serving as the company's flagship North American pasta production site since 1999. This 350,000 square foot facility spans over 240 acres and houses eight advanced production lines capable of producing 200,000 metric tons of pasta annually, making it a cornerstone of American pasta manufacturing. The Ames facility specializes in producing premium pasta products, including specialty and gluten-free varieties, utilizing advanced processing and packaging technologies. The company maintains rigorous quality standards throughout its manufacturing operations, sourcing between 40 to 60 million dollars worth of durum wheat from American farmers and utilizing nearly 150,000 eggs daily in production processes. Barilla America has invested significantly in facility expansion, completing a 65 million dollar enhancement project that added two production lines, expanded rail-yard capabilities, and installed six new wheat storage silos. The facility employs over 214 skilled manufacturing professionals and maintains comprehensive cross-training programs to ensure operational excellence. The company operates in the food manufacturing sector, focusing on uncooked pasta production packaged with complementary ingredients. Their manufacturing capabilities encompass the complete production cycle from raw material processing through final packaging, supporting both domestic distribution and export markets while maintaining Barilla's reputation for quality Italian-inspired pasta products manufactured in America.