Milan, MO, (December 3, 2025) – Simmons Animal Nutrition, Inc. announced today plans to close its facility in Milan, Missouri, over the next 60 days. This decision is part of the company’s strategic efforts to strengthen its operations, enhance efficiency, and drive growth across the business. 

The closure affects approximately 155 team members working at the Milan location. Simmons is committed to providing comprehensive support packages to these team members, which will include retention pay and assistance in finding new employment opportunities.

“This decision demonstrates our commitment to building a foundation for sustainable growth,” said Derek Baucom, President of Simmons Animal Nutrition. “By consolidating resources and streamlining operations, we are positioning the business to operate more efficiently and deliver greater value. As a company committed to putting people first, this was a difficult decision that we did not take lightly. We are grateful to our Milan team members and focused on supporting them in the coming weeks.”

Simmons Animal Nutrition operates multiple production facilities in the Midwest and Northeast, which will support the business going forward. Simmons will work with the community as it explores options for the sale of the Milan property following its closure next year. 

Looking ahead, Simmons Animal Nutrition will continue building new momentum, driving innovation, and providing high-quality products and services that deliver on its promise to focus on what matters.  

About Simmons Animal Nutrition, Inc,.
Simmons Animal Nutrition produces high quality, tailored nutrition for the pet food, aquaculture and animal feed industries. From our beginnings as a producer of chicken-based protein products, the company has grown to become a leading supplier of diverse, proprietary ingredients. Simmons Animal Nutrition drives innovation across the entire supply chain including traceable sourcing, custom transportation, and quality control solutions.