An Italian-owned agricultural business has announced £80m plans to expand a plant in Yorkshire, creating 75 new jobs.
Sedamyl said the investment in the plant at Selby would double production, add new lines and provide an increased market for wheat grown by local farmers.
The former Tate & Lyle site is used to produce potable alcohol, a main ingredient of spirits as well as a processing aid for the food industry.
The new facility will see the plan begin the production of liquid sweeteners. Work has started on the project and is expected to be complete by the autumn.
As well as doubling its workforce, the Sedamyl investment will be a boost to its network of more than 1,000 local farmers.
Managing director Elena Frandino, a member of the family that has owned the business for 60 years, said: “These are difficult and challenging times for everyone because of the pandemic, so we’re incredibly proud to be able to announce such an important investment plan, which will enable us to reinforce and grow our position as a leading and sustainable supplier for our customers.
“Supporting Yorkshire farmers is also important to us and we are proud to say that our wheat is sourced from an average of 60 miles from our North Yorkshire factory, helping us to improve our sustainable practices.
“As a family-run business, we regard this as a signal of our continued commitment to Selby, Yorkshire and the UK. We see enormous opportunities to grow our business here and diversify our product offer.
“At a time when many companies are cutting their workforces because of the impact of Covid-19, it is particularly pleasing to be creating valuable and high-quality jobs in our team as well as supporting hundreds more among our suppliers in the region.”
