Picton. $97 million investment

Allied Mills has invested $97 million in a new flour mill, in Picton, which will operate 24/7 processing about 200,000 tonnes of wheat and maize annually.. The state-of-the-art plant supports Allied Mills’ plans to grow its domestic market share and aim for larger exports, expected to be worth about $20 million annually. The plant’s proximity to major transport routes will support its growth plans. The size of the site will also cater for future expansion needs. Thirty people are employed in the plant which is expected to stimulate other jobs in local service industries.