Soybean crush plant proposed for Casselton

Sue Roesler
Oct 13, 2021
Oct 13, 2021 Updated Oct 14, 2021

Soybean plant — Soybeans may have a second crush plant if a planned project in Casselton, N.D., goes forward.

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Soybeans have taken the main stage among North Dakota commodities this year as another soybean crushing plant could soon be a reality in the state.

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