Frisia invests R$ 100 million in a grain distribution center in Tocantins.

This Thursday (9), the Frisia Agroindustrial Cooperative announced a Investment of R$ 100 million in the construction of a new grain distribution center. in the municipality of Piumno TocantinsThe initiative is part of the cooperative's expansion strategy in the state, where it has operated since 2016. Construction is scheduled to begin in June 2026, with completion estimated for January 2028. During the construction phase, The project is expected to generate more than 200 jobs., In addition to approximately 20 direct jobs after the start of operations.The new unit will have receiving capacity of up to 600 tons per hour, processing line with a capacity of 240 tons per hour and total storage of 42 thousand tons of grainsThe complex will also include a warehouse focused on supplying agricultural inputs. According to the cooperative, the investment was defined after strategic studies that indicated the growth in agricultural production in the region, especially in the vicinity of Pium, considered a growing hub in the state. The expectation is that the new structure will bring Logistical benefits for cooperative members, with greater speed in receiving and processing grains, and reduced costs. with freight and greater access to suppliesCurrently, the Frisia It has approximately 110 members. and 60 employees in the region, in addition to units in Paraíso do Tocantins and Dois Irmãos do Tocantins.

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