Red River Commodities
Processes sunflower seeds and specialty grains for food products.
Company facts
- Founded
- 1973
- Employees
- 350
- Headquarters
- United States
- Type
- Private
- Funding
- Corporate Round · $125M · 2010
- Subsidiaries
- SunGold Foods, SunButter, Red River Global Ingredients
About
Red River Commodities, founded in 1973, is a specialty grain trading and processing company that focuses on the sunflower market. Leveraging direct partnerships with local growers and strategically located facilities, the company moves high‑quality sunflower products from farm to shelf while maintaining competitive pricing and rigorous safety standards. The company’s core product portfolio includes SunButter®, an allergen‑friendly sunflower spread, a range of roasted and seasoned inshell sunflower seeds, and premium bird‑food mixes such as the Pecking Order® line for backyard chickens. Recognized as a top workplace in the Fargo‑Moorhead area, Red River Commodities offers a collaborative, people‑first culture with comprehensive health benefits, paid time off, and a strong commitment to employee safety and development.