Ardent Mills to Acquire Firebird Artisan Mills Operations
The acquisition will reinforce Ardent Mills as an extensive solutions partner in the specialty ingredient space
Ardent Mills, a flour-milling and ingredient company, announced its intention to acquire substantially all the business assets of Firebird Artisan Mills, a leading gluten-free, specialty grain and pulse milling company that is part of operating holding company, Agspring. The move comes as part of Ardent Mills’ continued focus on emerging nutrition, building upon its existing wheat flour and plant-forward business. The parties are continuing with due diligence and expect the deal to close by end of 2021.
Firebird Artisan Mills has an expansive portfolio of gluten-free, organic and non-GMO products as well as a dedicated certified gluten-free facility located in Harvey, N.D. The planned acquisition will allow Ardent Mills to provide its customers with additional specialty ingredient solutions and the latest products, services and innovations in gluten-free milling and blending.