Mars, Inc. commits US$2B to expand U.S. food manufacturing nationwide
A centerpiece of the new investment is a US$240 million Nature’s Bakery facility.
USA – Mars, Incorporated, a global leader in snacks manufacturing, has announced a bold US$2 billion investment to expand its U.S. manufacturing operations by the end of 2026, underscoring the company’s long-term commitment to domestic production across food, snacking, and petcare, as well as economic growth.
The privately held, family-owned giant already produces 94% of its U.S. product portfolio locally.
This latest investment builds on the US$6 billion Mars has already allocated to U.S. manufacturing over the past five years, reinforcing its position as a major player in the food, snacking, and petcare sectors.
A centerpiece of the new investment is a US$240 million Nature’s Bakery facility in Salt Lake City, Utah, officially opening this week.
Spanning over 339,000 square feet, the site is expected to create more than 230 jobs and churn out up to one billion snack bars annually.
Nature’s Bakery, acquired by Mars in 2020, has been scaling rapidly and is central to the company’s strategy to tap into the better-for-you snacking segment.
Earlier this year, Mars also opened a US$450 million Royal Canin dry pet food facility in Lewisburg, Ohio, the brand’s largest globally.
The plant is projected to generate up to 270 jobs and significantly boost output in the petcare category.
“This investment is about building a stronger, more resilient business in the U.S., one that can grow with our consumers, deliver for our partners, and create lasting economic impact in the communities where we operate,” said Claus Aagaard, Chief Financial Officer of Mars, Incorporated.
Mars currently operates in 49 U.S. states, with 38 factories, 16 offices, and numerous labs and veterinary clinics. Over the past five years, the company has added more than 9,000 U.S.-based associates, bringing its total workforce to over 70,000.
The announcement comes amid a broader trend of reshoring manufacturing, with Mars joining other major corporations in promoting domestic production.
The investment also aligns with Mars’ purpose-driven ethos: “The world we want tomorrow starts with how we do business today.”
With this latest move, Mars is not just expanding its footprint; it’s doubling down on innovation, job creation, and sustainable growth in its largest and most vital market.
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