Kalmbach Feeds, Inc. is investing US$125 million to expand its manufacturing campus in Wyandot County, Ohio, including construction of a new facility dedicated to its K9 & Kin Brands pet food line.
The new facility is expected to be complete in 2027 and will create 213 jobs at the company. Paul Kalmbach Jr., a Kalmbach family member, said the expansion addresses growing demand for premium, cost-effective dog and cat food.
"For generations, our family has been committed to providing the highest quality nutrition for people, livestock, and pets," said Kalmbach. "By expanding our footprint here in Wyandot County, we aren't just building a new plant, we are strengthening our commitment to our local community and ensuring that the next generation of pet owners has access to nutrition they can trust."
Founded in 1963 by Milton Kalmbach as a small grind-and-mix mill, Kalmbach Feeds is now owned by Milton's son and grandson and has grown to include commercial operations across the country. The company is headquartered just north of Upper Sandusky, Ohio.
The Wyandot County Office of Economic Development called the project the largest single private expansion investment in the county's history.
"The Wyandot County Office of Economic Development (WCOED) and its member partners are proud to support the continued growth and success of Kalmbach's local operations," said Greg Moon, WCOED executive director. "The new K9 & Kin Brands facility establishes a new benchmark as the largest single private expansion investment in Wyandot County's history."
JobsOhio and the Regional Growth Partnership, its Northwest Ohio regional partner, provided support for the project. The Ohio Tax Credit Authority approved a Job Creation Tax Credit for the company.
"The Kalmbach Family's $125 million investment in Wyandot County is a testament to what makes Ohio an ideal place to grow a business — a skilled workforce, a strong manufacturing heritage, and communities that support long-term success," said Dean Monske, president and CEO of the Regional Growth Partnership. "This expansion will create more than 200 jobs for Northwest Ohioans and reinforces Ohio's position as a leader in food and agricultural manufacturing."
