Exhibiting at Thaifex - Anuga Asia 2025

Thousand Hills Ag, based in Wright City, Missouri, is a pioneering agri-tech company specializing in the procurement, processing, and repurposing of upcycled agricultural ingredients. The company operates at the intersection of sustainable agriculture, food innovation, and supply chain optimization, offering tailored ingredient solutions to food manufacturers, pet food producers, and other agri-industrial sectors.

Company Background

Founded by Nathan Essary, Thousand Hills Ag was created to address the inefficiencies and environmental challenges associated with agricultural surplus and food processing waste. By creating value from previously overlooked waste streams, the company not only reduces environmental impact but also supplies high-quality, cost-effective ingredients to its partners across the U.S. and globally.

Core Business and Product Offerings

Thousand Hills Ag provides a comprehensive suite of products and services centered around agricultural upcycling:

• Agricultural Ingredients:

  • Upcycled Ingredients
  • Certified Upcycled Ingredients (certified through the Upcycled Food Association)

• Specialized Services:

  • Custom Blending
  • Private Label Ingredient Manufacturing
  • Waste Stream Utilization Management
  • Full-Spectrum Supply Chain Coordination

• OEM Services:

  • Co-manufacturing of custom agricultural ingredients and pre-blended solutions for food producers and supplement brands

The company’s products and services cater to industries ranging from human food and beverages to pet food, livestock feed, and soil amendments.

Specialization and USP

Thousand Hills Ag’s unique value proposition lies in:

• Sustainability Leadership: Specialization in upcycling food and agriculture waste into valuable input materials.
• Certified Upcycled Ingredients: Offering ingredients approved by the Upcycled Food Association, validating their environmental contribution and safety.
• End-to-End Supply Chain Solutions: From sourcing to blending and delivery, the company offers turnkey supply services.
• Traceability and Transparency: Full visibility into ingredient origin, processing, and compliance for eco-conscious partners.

Export and Market Reach

Though primarily focused on the U.S. domestic market, Thousand Hills Ag’s business model and products have international relevance. The company is actively expanding its global reach, particularly into regions with growing demand for sustainable and alternative ingredients.

• Target Export Regions: Canada, European Union, Latin America
• Export Readiness: Product documentation and certification for cross-border distribution

Target Market

Thousand Hills Ag serves a diverse range of clients, including:

• Food and Beverage Manufacturers
• Pet Food Producers
• Animal Feed and Nutraceutical Brands
• Organic and Regenerative Agriculture Product Companies
• OEM and Co-Manufacturing Clients

Their clients are typically seeking to incorporate eco-conscious ingredients and reduce their own environmental footprints.

Infrastructure and Capabilities

• Processing facilities for drying, blending, and packaging upcycled materials
• Logistics systems for managing bulk and custom order fulfillment
• Collaborative product development services for co-manufacturing clients
• Compliance with FSMA and other safety standards

Certifications and Compliance

The company’s upcycled ingredients are certified by the Upcycled Food Association, providing assurance of:

• Verified sustainability impact
• Ingredient safety and traceability
• Eligibility for eco-labeling in compliant markets

Additional certifications may include organic, non-GMO, and FSMA compliance based on product specifications and customer needs.

Customer Testimonials

While specific testimonials are not publicly cited, Thousand Hills Ag maintains direct customer engagement and participates in industry dialogues on sustainable sourcing. Positive industry recognition stems from their thought leadership in agricultural sustainability and circular economy strategies.

Major Achievements

• Recognition by the Upcycled Food Association for leadership in upcycled ingredient solutions
• Strategic partnerships with regional food processors for repurposing surplus and waste materials
• Developed proprietary supply chain models that transform food waste into economic and nutritional value
• Delivered customized ingredient solutions for major U.S. pet food and specialty food manufacturers

Thousand Hills Ag is redefining the future of agriculture by converting waste into value, creating new economic opportunities for food producers while addressing critical environmental challenges. As the demand for sustainability and circular economy solutions grows, Thousand Hills Ag is well-positioned to lead this transformation.