Van Drunen Farms

About

Van Drunen Farms is a leading U.S. freeze-dried, drum-dried, and individually quick frozen food ingredient manufacturer based in Momence, Illinois. This seventh-generation family-owned operation has been cultivating excellence since 1856, combining traditional farming practices with advanced food processing technologies across 1,750 acres of farmland. The company specializes in transforming fruits, vegetables, and herbs into premium ingredients that maintain exceptional nutritional content, flavor, and visual appeal. Their comprehensive manufacturing capabilities include freeze-drying processes that preserve the natural look, taste, and nutrients of fresh produce, drum-drying for flake and powder applications, and IQF flash freezing that maintains individual piece identity. Van Drunen Farms produces innovative ingredient solutions including cauliflower, beet, kale, and purple sweet potato ingredients, alongside specialty product lines such as TruServ Whole Food Servings, Fire n Ice Fire-Roasted Vegetables, and Coffeeberry extracts. As a dedicated business-to-business manufacturer, Van Drunen Farms partners with food brands to develop custom ingredient solutions that make healthy eating more accessible for consumers. Their commitment to quality processing and sustainable farming practices has established them as a trusted supplier in the food and beverage manufacturing industry.