Key Takeaways
- Cascade Milling is expanding organic grain production and milling capacity beginning in 2025.
- The vertically integrated company oversees all stages from farming to milling, ensuring product consistency.
- The initiative addresses global supply chain concerns and tariff-related pressures.
- Expansion includes increased infrastructure and domestic-focused supply chain stability.
- The company farms certified organic irrigated land in Washington State near the Columbia River.
Cascade Milling: Expansion to Support Domestic Organic Grain Supply Chain
Cascade Milling, a vertically integrated producer of organic wheat, grains, and flour based in the Pacific Northwest, will begin expanding its operations in 2025. The initiative aims to enhance domestic supply chain reliability in response to shifting global trade dynamics and demand for U.S.-grown organic products.
Located near the eastern slopes of the Cascade Mountains in Washington State, Cascade Milling owns and operates certified organic irrigated farmland. This location benefits from favorable growing conditions and fertile soils, contributing to high yields and product quality. The company’s fully integrated supply chain—from field to finished product—enables it to mitigate risks associated with international market volatility.
Cascade Milling’s Vertically Integrated Approach Drives Operational Control
Justin Brown, CEO and Owner of Cascade Milling, noted the importance of vertical integration: “Our ability to grow and produce organic grains on certified irrigated farmland is essential to our operations. By expanding our production capacity, we are further supporting our customers with a reliable, domestically sourced supply of organic grains and flours.”
The company’s expansion will focus on:
- Enhanced infrastructure, including new milling and packaging facilities to meet increasing demand.
- End-to-end supply chain control, helping to stabilize pricing and ensure steady availability of high-quality organic products.
- Domestic sourcing, which provides an alternative to imported goods impacted by tariffs and shipping disruptions.
Supporting U.S. Organic Agriculture and Supply Chain Stability
By scaling up its domestic operations, Cascade Milling aims to reduce customer dependence on global suppliers. This approach supports broader industry goals such as environmental sustainability, food system resilience, and traceability in organic production.
In an environment where agricultural supply chains face increased scrutiny and exposure to external shocks, Cascade Milling’s expansion positions the company to meet national demand for organic wheat, grains, and flour—delivered through a reliable, U.S.-based system.
The expanded operations are intended to contribute to long-term supply stability while reinforcing the role of domestically produced organic products in the national food system.
