American Crystal Sugar Company

06/16/2026

Last week, our held its annual employee appreciation picnic, and it was another great one! The team navigated a few bumps along the way, but that's what this crew does best. They pull together and get it done.

06/15/2026

That's a wrap on the 2025-26 slicing season! 🎉 The team reached end of slice on Sunday, June 14 at 3:45PM — the last of our five factories to close out the campaign. Congrats to the Drayton crew on a job well done! Way to finish strong.

06/14/2026

The red, white, and blue flies proudly across the Red River Valley and at every American Crystal Sugar Company location. ❤️ This Flag Day, we reflect on the values that bring us together: hard work, community, and pride in the people and places we call home.

06/11/2026

The 2025-26 slicing campaign is a wrap at the ! 🎉 The team reached end of slice this morning at 10:15AM. A job well done on a long campaign! Let's hear it for the folks in Hillsboro.

06/10/2026

The growing season is well underway and the fields are starting to show it. 🌱

To our growers, thank you for the dedication, long days, and care you put into every acre. Your efforts make a lasting impact on American Crystal Sugar and the communities we proudly serve.

We’d love to see how things are looking across the valley! Drop a photo of your fields in the comments. 📷

06/09/2026

Congratulations, Thomas, on your retirement! 🎉

Last Wednesday, our threw a well-deserved retirement party for Thomas Lembke, Boilerhouse Fireman at our Drayton factory location.

Besides his fellow coworkers and friends, Thomas was also joined by his family to celebrate this milestone achievement after over 13 years with American Crystal Sugar.

Thomas — thank you for your commitment and dedication to keeping things running up in Drayton. Your years of hard work and expertise were so greatly appreciated. Congratulations on your retirement!

06/08/2026

There’s a lot that happens behind the scenes to keep everything running smoothly at American Crystal Sugar Company. From maintenance crews and lab teams to logistics and operations, these hardworking individuals help make everything possible. Their dedication, expertise, and teamwork are a big part of what keeps us moving forward.

Here’s to the people doing the important work that often goes unseen. We appreciate all that you do, day in and day out!

06/05/2026

Congratulations, Joni! You're officially done "Workin". 🎉

Last Friday, we said a heartfelt farewell to Joni Workin, our beloved receptionist at our corporate office, as she headed into a well-earned retirement after an incredible 44 years with the company.

For four-plus decades, Joni was the smiling face and welcoming voice that greeted everyone who walked through our doors. For many, she was the first impression of American Crystal Sugar. That's no small thing.

Joni — thank you for your unwavering dedication, your warmth, and the hard "Workin" spirit you brought to every single day. You've left a lasting mark on this company and everyone lucky enough to know you. Now it's time to enjoy every moment of retirement. Congratulations! 👏

06/04/2026

From safety glasses and hard hats to training and teamwork, safety plays a role in everything we do. This National Safety Month, we’re proud to recognize our crews who build a strong safety-first culture across American Crystal Sugar Company every day.

06/04/2026

It's a BIG year for our East Grand Forks district! We're proud to celebrate 100 years of sweet success in the Red River Valley.

Something extra sweet is growing in Minnesota this year... 🌱

Some American Crystal Sugar Company growers have planted the seeds for a milestone celebration. Literally. Some of the sugarbeets grown this year will be delivered to the East Grand Forks factory in the fall for the factory’s 100th processing campaign!

For 100 years, the East Grand Forks factory has produced American-made real sugar. We can’t wait to continue celebrating this accomplishment come harvest!