Amalgamated Sugar Company

We’re incredibly proud to announce that Steve Willcuts, our Nampa Factory Engineering Manager, has received the ESGR (Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve) award! ?? This well-deserved honor recognizes Steve’s outstanding support for our employees who serve in the National Guard and Reserve. The nomination came from our talented Electrical Engineer, Rylan Manzer, who is an active member of the Army Reserves. Today, representatives from the Army were on-site in Nampa to present Steve with this prestigious award. Thank you, Steve, for your unwavering commitment to our team and for your exceptional support of our military members. Your dedication makes a real difference! ?? #EmployerSupport #NationalGuard #ArmyReserves #EmployeeRecognition #AmalgamatedSugar #NampaIdaho

Today we are featuring Bill Hardin, Sugar Warehouse Manager at our Nyssa factory. “I have been working for Amalgamated Sugar Company (ASC) going on 32 years. After graduating high school in 1993, I began working at the beet piler in Jamieson, OR as an End Dump Operator. Over the years, I have worked my way up to Warehouse Manager at the Nyssa Facility. ASC is a great place to work, and I am very grateful to have been given this opportunity.” We are glad you are part of the team, Bill! #AmalgamatedSugar #EmployeeAppreciation #ShoutOut

Throwback to the 1950s at Amalgamated Sugar! Back then, our warehouses were packed floor to ceiling with towering stacks of sugar bags, moved primarily by hard-working hands. It was a time of intense labor and dedication in sugar distribution. Fast forward to today, and innovation has reshaped our operations. Advanced automation now drives our packaging process, boosting efficiency and production like never before. While we’ve come a long way in automation, we remain committed to continuous improvement—always evolving while honoring the legacy of those who built the foundation of our success. #AmalgamatedSugar #Sugarbeets #innovation

This past winter, Amalgamated Sugar Company's Sugarbeet Research (SBR) team conducted an exploratory study to see how thermal imaging drones could help better manage sugarbeet piles. The goal was to test this technology and develop a process that our Ag Department could use in the future. Why does this matter? Heat is a key indicator of respiration, the natural process where sugarbeets break down and lose sugar content. The warmer the pile, the more sugar is lost. By using thermal imaging, we can spot problem areas early and take action to keep our beets as cool and in the best condition possible. Thermal imaging also helps us identify spoilage and other risks, allowing for smarter decisions during excavation and reloading. This study was just the first step in seeing how new technology can help us store and manage sugarbeets more efficiently. We’re excited to learn from this trial and explore how this tool could support our growers and operations in the future! ?? Craig Findlay, Beet Quality Lab Supervisor #AmalgamatedSugar #SugarbeetResearch #SBR #IdahoAgriculture

Did you know that the use of sugar in sauces dates all the way back to at least 239 BC when Chinese Chef I Yin created sweet and sour sauce? #AmalgamatedSugar #Sugarbeets #SugarFactWednesday

Today we are featuring Johnny Vega - A Millwright Helper at the Mini-Cassia Factory. Johnny has been with the company since February of 2022. "I love the hospitality of the supervisors, they are very understanding and care deeply about their employees." Thank you for all you do, Johnny! #AmalgamatedSugar #Sugarbeets #EmployeeAppreciation #ShoutOut

We had a great time at Thomas Jefferson Charter School in Caldwell for Ag Day! Amalgamated Sugar was proud to teach kids from kindergarten to 6th grade about how sugarbeets are grown and how real sugar is made right here in Idaho. The kids got to hold a real sugarbeet and smell freshly made pellets and shreds from our Nampa Factory — made just this morning. They also got to take home some fun swag to remember the day. Thank you to Thomas Jefferson Charter School for letting us share the story of Idaho agriculture and show the kids where real sugar comes from! #AgDay #IdahoAgriculture #Sugarbeets #FarmToTable #AmalgamatedSugar

There is very little waste with the extraction of real sugar. Did you know the leftover sugarbeet fibers, or pulp, is often used for animal feed? ?? Pressed Pulp, Shreds & Pellets #AmalgamatedSugar #Sugarbeets #SugarFactWednesday #SugarRecycling #LessWaste

Today we are featuring Lisbeth Henry, a Process Engineer at the Twin Falls factory. Lisbeth joined Amalgamated Sugar in 2019. "I enjoy working at Amalgamated Sugar because of the many opportunities I have to learn and grow. Having coworkers who genuinely want you to succeed makes coming to work every day worthwhile. It feels like a family here." Thank you for all your hard work, Lisbeth! #AmalgamatedSugar #EmployeeAppreciation #ShoutOut

?? Honoring the Women of Amalgamated Sugar on International Women’s Day ?? Today, we celebrate the strength, dedication, and leadership of the women who help drive Amalgamated Sugar forward. Whether in agriculture, operations, research, administration, or leadership, their contributions are essential to our success. On International Women’s Day, we recognize the importance of equity, opportunity, and empowerment in the workplace and beyond. We are proud to support the incredible women who make a difference every day! Join us in celebrating the achievements of women in our industry and around the world. ??? #AmalgamatedSugar #InternationalWomensDay #WomenInIndustry #IdahoAgriculture