General Mills announced a $54 million investment to expand its James Ford Bell (JFB) Technical Center, a key hub for the company’s innovation, technology and quality capabilities. This expansion will add a new 35,000sq-ft, two-story pilot plant wing, increasing pilot plant space by more than 20% and providing state-of-the-art facilities for its research and development teams.

This investment underscores General Mills’ commitment to driving breakthrough advancements, creating remarkable products for consumers and strengthening its long-term growth. The expansion will provide flexible spaces to accelerate research and innovation across the company’s business units, offering greater flexibility to meet evolving demands and providing more space for both core growth and new business initiatives.

General Mills hosted a groundbreaking ceremony to celebrate this milestone, which represents the largest investment made in the JFB Technical Center to date. The facility was originally built in 1960 and is the home for approximately 1,000 General Mills employees who continue its legacy of pioneering food innovation. The new space is scheduled to open in the fall of 2027.