A Legacy of Leadership in Agriculture

Richardson International is a global leader in agriculture and food processing. We are Canada’s largest agribusiness and a worldwide handler and merchandiser of all major grains and oilseeds. With a legacy of service going back over 160 years, our vertical integration strategy starts with the relationships we have with our farmer customers and ends with oat-, wheat-, durum- and canola-based food products and ingredients in kitchens around the world.

Our History

Richardson International is a subsidiary of James Richardson & Sons, Limited, which began as a one-man grain merchandising operation in Kingston, Ontario in 1857. James Richardson moved his business to Winnipeg, Manitoba, becoming the first company to handle grain grown by farmers in Western Canada and the first to build grain elevators in many communities across Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba.

As the Canadian agriculture environment shifted over the years, Richardson adjusted its operations to meet the needs of its grower customers. While remaining family-owned, Richardson became exporters of Canadian grains and oilseeds, then moved into oat and durum milling and processing and packaging of canola oil products. It has now grown to become a global enterprise, operating businesses around the world.

Our Values

Trust

We deliver on our promises. Our customers and partners know we are reliable. We empower our people and trust them to act in the best interest of our business.

Excellence

From best-in-class talent, facilities, assets, and practices, we are dedicated to excellence in customer service. We are committed to quality and continual improvement.

Teamwork

We value strong partnerships – internally and externally. When we work together toward a common goal, we are more successful. Respect and fair treatment are integral to how we operate. We are community-oriented.

Strategic Thinking

We are problem solvers, backed by data and accurate information. We are practical and diligent as we make informed investments that support our continued success.