The majority of acres farmed by O&S are corn, soybeans, and wheat and are all of a value added nature. It’s this diversification and experience which allows the company to stay ahead of the changes and challenges associated with agricultural development.

High Amylose Corn 

This variety is grown exclusively for wet milling.  The starch from high amylase corn is used in the textile industry, gum candies, as an adhesive in the manufacture of corrugated cardboard, and as a coating for french fries. The two varieties produced commercially are Class V (amylose content, 50-60 percent) and Class VII (amylase content, 60-70 percent). The amylase gene expression is characterized by a tarnished, translucent, and sometimes semi-full kernel appearance.

High Oil Corn 

This variety is used in livestock feed, both export and domestic. In addition to HOC containing a higher level of oil, it also contains elevated protein and amino acids. What these benefits mean to a livestock producer are: no additional fat necessary in the animal’s diet, no need for synthetic lysine due to the increased amino acid levels, increased palatability in the animal and less dust, thus ensuring better herd health. 

Yellow Waxy Corn 

Yellow Waxy Corn has carved out a formidable position as the raw material of waxy corn starch for wet corn millers. Products made from waxy corn are used by the food industry as stabilizers and thickeners for puddings, pie fillings, sauces, gravies, retorted foods, salad dressings and more. Other waxy products are used as remodeling adhesives in the manufacture of gummed tape, in adhesives, and in the paper industry. What makes waxy corn so special is the make-up of its endosperm. It contains 100% amylopectin. This compares to 75% amylopectin content in normal dent corn. This 25% difference is what makes waxy corn a stable specialty market product.

White Corn 

White corn is used in the production of corn chips and tortillas. It is also used in the production of white corn grits and corn meals. Approximately, 1% of all corn produced in the United States in white corn.

Soybeans

Both seed beans and beans for human consumption, are raised on our farm. The edible beans are largely used in the export market to Japan. Some are also used domestically in protein supplement products.

Wheat 

Wheat is considered by some to be the most important human food grain produced. In fact, wheat production ranks second globally to corn. Insight into the importance of the product can be seen in various products which include: pastas, cakes, cookies, noodles, beer, and many more. The nutritional value of wheat lies in the substantial amount of protein, carbohydrates, and fiber found in the crop.