Sesajal, a Mexican manufacturer of edible oils, will invest $30 million to build a new warehousing and production facility in Temple, Texas. The Temple Economic Development Corporation announced the project, which will bring a 50,000-square-foot manufacturing facility to 13 acres in Temple’s Industrial Park.
Construction is expected to break ground in mid-2026 with completion anticipated in mid-2027. The facility will have 54 full-time employees once operational and will serve as a refinery, bottling facility and distribution center for customers across the U.S. and international markets.
“Choosing Temple was a strategic decision. Its exceptional location and talented community will drive major growth opportunities,” said Iñigo González, executive chairman of Sesajal.
The company manufactures food products for private labels and prominent brands and serves major retailers across multiple markets – making the investment relevant to the grocery supply chain. Sesajal produces a range of products including vegetable oils, oilseeds, powders, creams and spreads, with a focus on sustainably grown and processed farm-to-table ingredients.
“The food production industry continues to evolve as consumer demand grows for healthier, high-quality ingredients,” said Adrian Cannady, president and CEO of Temple EDC.
“Companies in this industry depend on strong logistics networks and proximity to major consumer markets to move products efficiently across the country. Sesajal’s investment highlights Temple’s strategic location at the center of four of the nation’s fastest-growing regions and our ability to support companies that are producing and distributing food products for customers nationwide.”
Temple’s logistics infrastructure includes access to I-35, service from both Union Pacific and Burlington Northern Santa Fe railroads, and proximity to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport and Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. The city is also positioned along the planned I-14 corridor running from El Paso to Georgia. Major food and consumer goods companies already operating in Temple include McLane Co., Reynolds Consumer Products and H-E-B Distribution.
Founded in Mexico, Sesajal Group brings more than 35 years of experience in food manufacturing. The company’s global footprint spans 32 countries with more than 2,000 employees. Sesajal also works closely with agricultural communities in Mexico through supplier development programs that promote regenerative farming practices and strengthen local economies.
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