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The not-so-secret ingredient in cherished recipes passed down through generations.

Our Heritage

Rooted in family farms and driven by a cooperative spirit, Crystal Sugar has been dedicated to nourishing communities with quality sugar and sustainable practices for over a century.

Commitment to Sustainability

As a leader in agribusiness, Crystal Sugar is dedicated to sustainable farming and environmental stewardship. From using every part of the sugar beet to reducing waste and greenhouse gas emissions, the company strives to protect the land while providing quality sugar for generations to come.

Family Farms at the Heart

Crystal Sugar has always worked closely with family farmers across America’s Heartland. These farmers, who are also the company’s owners, take great pride in the sugar that goes from their fields to your kitchen, ensuring it meets the highest standards of quality.

A Legacy of Innovation and Growth

Founded by Henry Oxnard in 1890 as the Oxnard Beet Sugar Company in Nebraska, the company underwent several transformations before becoming the American Crystal Sugar Company in 1934. With a long history of innovation and growth, it remains a significant player in the sugar industry.

Putting Our Farmers First

Since 1973, Crystal Sugar has been proudly owned by the farmers who grow the sugar beets. This cooperative model ensures that the people who care most about the land and the product are directly involved in the company’s success. In 2023, the cooperative celebrated its 50th anniversary, a testament to its enduring legacy.

Sugar beet field Sugar beet field A farmer in a field with his young daughter Legacy photo of the Moorhead location A farmer examines a sugar beet on a farm

100+ Years of Smiles

The Heritage Collection

These timeless recipes, passed down through the kitchens of Crystal Sugar’s bakers and cooks, are sure to add a little sweetness to your table.

Drinks Heritage

Old Fashioned Lemonade

10m
About 1/2 gallon

“We had so many lemonade stands using this recipe when we were younger with a lot of kids on our block.”

Cake Heritage

Old Fashioned Spice Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

20m
40m
9 – 12 servings

“This cake brings me back to eating at the kitchen counter with my Grandmother.”

Heritage Pie

Old Fashioned Sweet Potato Pie

25m
1h 15m
One 9-inch pie

“Our family loved sweet potato pie over pumpkin, and this was the recipe that we always used.”

Dish-it-up Heritage

Peachy Cobbler

20m
35-40m
6 – 8 servings

“Living in Georgia, we always had peaches and raspberries to make this delicious cobbler in the Spring!”

Dish-it-up Heritage

Apple Crisp

25m
45m
10 x 10-inch pan

“My mom served this in the Fall. Warm apple crisp with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top!”