Lamb Weston to invest $250 million in new China french fry facility

Lamb Weston Holdings announced March 25 an expansion of french fry processing capacity in China and the declaration of its quarterly dividend.

“The french fry category is poised for growth globally, and China continues to be a critical market for us,” said Tom Werner, president and CEO of Lamb Weston, through a press release. “This investment of in-country production for the China market is a clear example of our commitment to our strategic customers and supporting their growth plans well into the future.”

The planned new french fry processing facility in Ulanqab, Inner Mongolia, China will have the capacity to produce more than 250 million pounds of frozen french fries and other potato products per year. The facility is expected to add approximately 280 full-time positions, and will add to the company’s existing in-country production from its facility in Shangdu, Inner Mongolia.

The new facility is expected to be completed in the company’s first half of fiscal year 2024. The total investment for the new facility is expected to be approximately $250 million.