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July 23, 2008
FLORENCEVILLE, NB – A new $65-million state-of-the art potato processing
plant began production July 22, replacing the first factory ever built by
McCain Foods more than 50 years ago.
The plant, which has been under construction since the spring of 2007,
uses the latest technology to provide greater flexibility, improved
efficiencies and better capabilities.
The ultra-modern equipment and processes are also creating significant
reductions in the use of both energy and water. The plant will also
generate and use biogas, a renewable fuel made from potato waste, to reduce
the use of fuel oil.
 image credit of CNW
A ribbon-cutting ceremony marking the official opening of the new plant
will be held Sept. 4 in Florenceville. Several dignitaries, including New
Brunswick Premier Shawn Graham are expected to attend.
McCain Foods (Canada), the Canadian division of McCain Foods Limited,
employs about 3,500 people in 13 facilities across the country.
For further information contact:
Calla Farn
Vice President, Government/Public
Relations and Corporate Affairs
McCain Foods (Canada)
(506) 392-3227
calla.farn@mccain.ca
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