We’re excited to share a major development in the organic and regenerative gluten-free and allergy-friendly food space. ZEGO, a pioneer in purity-tested foods, is collaborating with a new venture, CIVC LLC, to acquire the Montana Gluten Free Processors (MGFP) facility in Belgrade, MT. This strategic move expands ZEGO’s capacity and strengthens the mid-tier supply chain for value-added oats and ancient grains in the United States.
Key highlights from this press release include:
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- Facility Acquisition & Launch of CIVC: ZEGO has acquired the MGF DBA and accounts; CIVC now owns the Belgrade, MT facility and will operate it to serve mission-aligned brands, farmers, and consumers.
- Supply Chain Strengthening: This acquisition supports the commercialization of rotational gluten-free crops like millet and buckwheat and creates new infrastructure for regenerative and organic grains.
- Purity Verification System: ZEGO’s industry-first transparency platform will extend to CIVC’s co-packing clients, supporting consumer trust in the value of organic and regenerative certifications.
- Allergen- & Corn-Free Co-Packing: The upgraded facility offers co-manufacturing in a certified gluten-free, allergen-controlled, glyphosate-free environment—ideal for emerging better-for-you and wellness brands.
- USDA Grant Support: A 2024 USDA Organic Market Development Grant is funding the major equipment upgrades and enhancements for quality, traceability, and capacity.
- Mission-Driven Expansion: CIVC aims to build a more equitable, farmer-supportive, and collaborative food ecosystem. It is building a new business model of collaboration and support from soil to table.
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ZEGO makes organic, allergy‑friendly breakfast foods using purity protocol oats and a Purity Verified program that tests for 500+ agricultural chemicals and heavy metals and gluten, with lot‑level lab results available via QR. ZEGO is the anchor brand at CIVC, expanding domestic capacity for gluten‑free and organic grains through the Montana Gluten Free facility.