42942 Colony Rd, Freeman, SD 57029 | 605.999.5979 | Mon-Fri 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
About WCProcessors
Located in the heartland of South Dakota, WCProcessors is a pioneering soybean processing plant. We grow our soybeans sustainably, ensuring premium quality from seed to final product. Through our unique hexane-free extraction process, we offer a range of environmentally-friendly soy products. Our commitment to innovation and sustainability has cemented our position as leaders in the industry.
WCProcessors - Where Quality Meets Commitment
About Us
WCProcessors is a soybean oil and meal processor and farm based near Freeman, South Dakota. We pride ourselves on using all natural, chemical-free extruding and roasting methods, which have proven to provide excellent results for our dairy and beef producer clients.
Our team is made up of experienced professionals in the agriculture industry who are passionate about what they do. We believe in providing high-quality products and services to our clients while maintaining sustainable and eco-friendly practices.
Our story began with a mission to provide a better way of processing soybean oil and meal, and we continue to innovate and improve our methods to this day.
Where Quality Meets Commitment
Our Hexane Free Commitment
At WCProcessors, we believe in producing soy products that are as healthy for the earth as they are for those who consume them.
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Our process begins with the seeds we sow—nurtured on our family-run farm under the South Dakota sun. When it’s time for processing, we employ a mechanical extrusion technique that allows us to avoid the use of hexane entirely.
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This clean process separates soybeans into high-quality oil and nutrient-rich meal without the use of harmful solvents. Instead of cutting corners with chemicals, we’ve invested in equipment that performs the extrusion process naturally and efficiently, giving us our signature products: PX Meal, FFX Meal, Roasted Soy Meal, and Soybean Oil.
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Quality from Farm to Table. The Way Nature Intended.
Why We Say No to Hexane
(and you should too)
Hexane, a common solvent used in soybean processing, poses serious risks. It’s a significant air pollutant, contributing to smog and respiratory issues, and is listed as a hazardous air pollutant by the EPA.
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At WCProcessors, we are committed to being part of the solution, not the problem. By choosing our hexane-free products, you are supporting a process that significantly reduces environmental harm, protects workers from exposure to dangerous chemicals, and ensures a pure, untainted product for your family and livestock.
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Choose Health. Choose Earth. Choose WCProcessors
Healthier Herds
At WCProcessors, we believe in giving your livestock the best. Our hexane-free soy meal ensures your dairy and beef herds receive pure, untainted nutrition. Studies suggest that livestock fed on cleaner, hexane-free meals can exhibit improvement in overall health indicators. A healthier herd means better yields and quality produce — potentially boosting milk yields.
Here are some reasons why hexane-free soybean meal might be considered better for feeding cows:
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Residue Concerns: While the extraction process is designed to remove most of the hexane, trace amounts remain in the meal. There's a potential risk that these residues, could accumulate in livestock over time and affect their health.
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​Nutritional Integrity: Mechanical extraction processes, like pressing, are gentler on the soybean's nutrients. Hexane extraction degrades essential nutrients, amino acids, and antioxidants present in the soybean meal.
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Digestibility: Some studies suggest that soybean meal processed without hexane is more digestible for livestock, leading to better nutrient absorption.