The automated systems are expected to support consistent nutrient composition tailored to different livestock categories.
The extrusion plant positions Pride Milling to capitalise on growth in ready-to-eat and quick-cook food segments.
Construction of the first production line is complete, and operations for the project’s first phase are expected to begin this year.
In addition to pea protein, the company said it will commercialize pea fiber and a proprietary pea starch produced at the new Yorkton facility.
The contracts include the supply of equipment and provision of technical designs.