General Mills Expanding Production Plant

General Mills has announced that it will expand its manufacturing facility in Hannibal, MO, creating more than 35 new jobs, according to the state's Department of Economic Development.

The company’s expansion includes the addition of an Old El Paso hard-shell taco production line, increased square footage, and infrastructure improvements.

The General Mills manufacturing facility in Hannibal produces food products across multiple categories and brands, including Nature Valley, Betty Crocker, Old El Paso, and Progresso. The company’s Hannibal location has been in operation since 1972 and has undergone multiple expansions to now employ more than 1,000 people.

“Hannibal is a key manufacturing facility for General Mills and this latest investment will enable us to expand our footprint and grow our plant community,” said Tim Johnson, General Mills plant manager. “We are extremely proud of our contributions to the local community and look forward to what the future has in store.”

General Mills will benefit from the Missouri Works program, a tool that helps companies expand and retain workers by providing access to capital through withholdings or tax credits for job creation, said the Department report. The company might receive assistance from Missouri One Start, a division of the Department of Economic Development. Missouri One Start assists eligible businesses with their recruitment and training needs.

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In September 2024, the food giant stated it was selling its yogurt brands, including Yoplait, Liberté, Go-Gurt, Oui, Mountain High, and :ratio, as well as manufacturing facilities in Murfreesboro, TN, Reed City, MI, and Saint-Hyacinthe, Québec, CAN to Lactalis and Sodiaal for $2.1 billion. The divesture is expected to be final in 2025.