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Gold Coin expands footprint in China with $24mn feed mill in Yunnan
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Monday, 27 January, 2025, 08 : 00 AM [IST]
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Yunnan, China
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Gold Coin, a pioneer in animal nutrition and manufacturing of scientifically-balanced animal feed, has announced the opening of its fifth facility in China, the Gold Coin Yunnan feed mill, located in Yuxi, Yunnan province. With a $24 million investment, this new 4.4-hectare facility significantly expands the company’s production capacity and further solidifies its leadership in animal nutrition and feed production across Asia.
The state-of-the-art feed mill will serve as a critical production hub for Southwestern China. Built on 4.4 hectares of land and with an initial annual capacity of 300,000 tons—scalable to 500,000 tons—it underscores Gold Coin’s commitment to innovation, efficiency, and sustainable growth. Beyond boosting production, the facility is expected to create jobs, further strengthen food security, and support local communities in the region.
It is part of Aboitiz Foods, one of the largest privately owned agribusiness companies in the Asia Pacific region. Aboitiz Foods operates over 20 facilities in eight countries and is committed to nourishing Asia’s future by addressing its evolving needs across the entire value chain, from trading and feeds to specialty nutrition and food production.
Eric Nojac, business chief executive officer – of Aboitiz Foods and Agribusiness, said, “This investment reflects our strategic vision to expand into key markets and deliver innovative, high-quality feed solutions to our customers. As the fifth facility in our China operations, this mill ensures our customers have access to premium feeds across multiple categories, including swine, poultry, aquaculture, ruminants, and premixes.”
Equipped with advanced technology and designed with high biosecurity standards, the Gold Coin Yunnan Feed Mill is designed to accommodate up to 10 independent production lines, eliminating cross-contamination which ensures superior feed quality and enhances animal health, productivity, and profitability. The facility’s advanced automation, including a centralised control room, automated hydraulic flaps, and precision grinders, optimises production processes and ensures product consistency.
Dr Ong Kar Ching, first vice president and country direction of Gold Coin China, said, “Yunnan province is a key agricultural hub in Southwestern China. This new mill allows us to provide high-quality feed directly to local farmers, boosting productivity and supporting the region’s growing livestock industry.”
The feed mill supports Gold Coin’s mission to nourish the future of food and agribusiness across Asia, ensuring its growth positively impacts partners and stakeholders. The agribusiness division, encompassing animal feed, pet food, and specialty nutrition, plays a key role in this regional expansion.
“This mill is a significant step forward in our journey to become a fully integrated agribusiness and food company in the region. Its strategic location, advanced technology, and sustainability focus enable us to better serve our customers while contributing to Yunnan province’s economic growth,” added Dr Ching.
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