Bunge is considering sites in Ohio and Indiana for a new soybean processing plant.

ST. LOUIS — Bunge North America is planning to build a new soybean processing plant in the United States. Sites are under consideration in Ohio and Indiana, according to the company.

Tim Gallagher, executive vice-president of Bunge’s oilseed value chain

“As we evaluate the long-term demand for soy products, we see the need to improve our asset footprint in the Eastern U.S., a key market,” said Tim Gallagher, executive vice-president of Bunge’s oilseed value chain. “A state-of-the-art facility in the Eastern Corn Belt that incorporates the latest productivity, safety and sustainability features combined with an increase in overall efficiency of our existing footprint will ensure Bunge can serve growing demand in the Southeastern U.S. feed and export markets.”