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Your peanut partner from seed to products and beyond.

Since 1986, Golden Peanut has been a global leader in the peanut industry. As markets, manufacturers, and consumers have evolved over the past three decades, so have we. From farmer to manufacturer, we help businesses grow from the ground up. After all, we only win when you do.

When you work with Golden Peanut, you get all the benefits that come from working with ADM—a leader in transporting and transforming crops, connecting farmers to consumers, and touching millions of lives daily. We unlock the power of nature to transform crops into ingredients and solutions for foods, beverages, and supplements for people, livestock, and pets all around the world.

From encouraging regenerative business practices to supplying consumers with on-trend nutrition solutions, we’re focused on being here for you not just today, but for generations to come.

At Golden Peanut, we are focused on sustainability—meeting the needs of today without compromising future generations’ ability to meet their own. With the ADM re:generations™ program, we are supporting our growers to continue and expand regenerative agricultural practices that enhance the productivity of their farm and reduce environmental impact. In doing so, we are positioned to partner with customers whose consumers are demanding the same.

Golden Peanut’s unwavering commitment to food safety and quality of the ingredients we provide, is a cornerstone of our business. Our processing facilities are not just where our products are made; it’s where our commitment to excellence begins. We adhere to the strict food safety standards, implementing rigorous quality control measures at every stage of production.

The nutrient-dense nature of peanuts and their versatility make them an optimal ingredient in a wide variety of applications. Our mission is to shape a healthier and more nourished world through the ingredients we provide. That’s why we are dedicated to sourcing, producing, and delivering quality ingredients that fuel your well-being. Our dedication to providing top-quality ingredients is rooted in the belief that a healthier world starts with nutritious ingredients.

Golden’s global footprint means that our customers can source peanuts from multiple plant locations, which rely on advanced processing technology. Our geographic diversity – including more than 100 buying points – reduces risk for buyers by providing flexibility in logistics, including supply, transportation and delivery.

ALPHARETTA, GA, U.S.

ASHBURN, GA, U.S.

SHELLING

HEADLAND, AL, U.S.

SHELLING

BLAKELY, GA, U.S.

PEANUT FLOUR
PEANUT OIL

DAWSON, GA, U.S.

SHELLING
PEANUT OIL
PEANUT CRUSHING

SEAGRAVES, TX, U.S.

SHELLING

ALEJANDRO ROCA, ARGENTINA

SHELLING

Our deep commitment to the industry has helped us develop world-renowned expertise that we share with growers, manufacturers, and others in the global peanut industry. This commitment has been the driving force behind our growth over the decades, from the formation of Golden Peanut Company in 1986 through various partnerships and acquisitions. Our history is a testament to our dedication to providing quality products and services to the peanut community worldwide. Here’s a timeline of Golden Peanut history:

Golden Peanut Company Timeline

Our Golden Legacy

1986

Golden Peanut Forms

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Golden Peanut Company forms through ADM and Gold Kist joint venture

1989

Alimenta Joins

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Alimenta joins Golden Peanut partnership, expanding global reach

1992

Dothan Acquisition

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Golden Peanut buys Dothan Oil Mill, expanding processing capabilities

2000

Cargill & Argentina

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Cargill joins Golden Peanut partnership, including operations in Argentina

2001-2002

Ownership Changes

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Ownership consolidates among ADM and Alimenta. Golden acquires Dawson, Georgia oil mill

2004

Specialty Products Plant

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Golden builds specialty products plant in Blakely, Georgia for peanut flour, aromatic peanut oil and extract

2007

Oil Refinery Opens

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Golden oil refinery opens in Dawson, Georgia, enhancing oil processing capabilities

2010

ADM Full Ownership

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ADM acquires Alimenta’s ownership interest, making Golden Peanut ADM’s fully owned peanut business

2013-2014

Global Expansion

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Acquires South Africa operations and Harrell Nut Company. Rebrands to Golden Peanut and Tree Nuts

2017

California Operations

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Acquires tree nut processing plants in California and forms Processing and Distribution division

2020-2022

Strategic Divestiture

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Golden divests tree nut operations to focus on core peanut competencies

2023

Return to Roots

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Golden Peanut returns to its roots, dropping tree nuts and refreshing logo to focus on peanuts

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