Together with the Soufflet Malt global network, we work to promote sustainability across the malt supply chain.
We recognize that producing and supplying quality malt is a resource-intensive process, both in the fields and our facilities.
Therefore, we take a holistic approach to our sustainability efforts, considering all areas including energy and water consumption, waste management and greenhouse gas emissions.
Our Initiatives
In March 2022, a water purification system called Optisteep® was commissioned at our plant in Pocatello, Idaho to reduce water usage during production. Water is a critical resource in malting, and the steeping process can be a water-intensive practice. Utilizing Optisteep® helps to reduce water consumption during the malting process by up to 30%, while maintaining the quality and malt specifications of our products.
In 2022, we launched our Malt Bag Recycling Program, in partnership with Country Malt Group at their Vancouver, WA and Chicago, IL distribution centers. The purpose is to create a simple, effective program to recycle empty malt bags each year and divert waste from our landfills. Local breweries and distilleries can drop off their empty malt bag logs, including any brand of malt bags that meet necessary bag specifications. The recycling facilities process the used malt bags to be upcycled into future plastic items, including new malt bags, reducing environmental impact.
18110 SE 34th St. Ste. 240
Vancouver, WA 98683
