Agri-Best Foods

What Agri-Best Foods does

Agri-Best Feeds is a family-owned regional distributor of livestock nutrition supplements and ranch products headquartered in Billings, Montana, with a secondary retail and distribution location in Callaway, Nebraska. Founded in 2006 by the Haidle family, the company serves cattle producers, horse owners, small-livestock operators, and soil-health customers across Montana, Wyoming, Nebraska, Kansas, North Dakota, and South Dakota, with a publicly announced 2026 expansion into the Southern U.S. Its portfolio spans the SweetPro feed-block line (DDGS-based supplements with the proprietary ProBiotein blend of probiotics, enzymes, and digestive aids), Redmond Natural trace minerals, EquiPride and EquiLix horse supplements, RumenEdge lick tubs, DDGS pellets and cubes, Arrowquip livestock handling equipment, the Water Rippler water-circulation system, and the company's own ABF Loose Mineral line. Agri-Best operates as the regional marketing and distribution arm for these manufacturers, generating revenue through product resale rather than subscriptions or services.

The company's core technical differentiator is its rumen-health formulation platform: ProBiotein combined with DDGS, Redmond Conditioner (volcanic-ash-derived trace minerals with rumen-buffering and toxin-binding properties), garlic, and yucca extracts is positioned to improve forage utilization (with reported outcomes of up to 28% hay savings, 2-3% conception failure rates, and average daily gain improvements of up to 0.4 lbs/day). Redmond's OMRI organic certification and NHTC affidavits for SweetPro, Redmond, and Pellet Tech products provide regulatory cover for organic and export-eligible cattle programs.

Commercially, Agri-Best runs a multi-channel go-to-market: a territory-based dealer network of producer-dealers, feed stores, and building centers, supported by named regional livestock specialists (Dwain Hould for MT/ND/SD/WY, Vince Guthrie for NE/KS, Ty Jones for MT); a company retail storefront in Callaway, NE; direct-to-ranch delivery from regional warehouses; and an e-commerce site. Pricing is unit-based and pay-as-you-go, with no subscription or recurring contract layer. The business is privately held, has 51-100 employees, and shows no external institutional investment, parent company, or M&A activity.

Name

Agri-Best Foods

Legal name

Agri-Best Feeds

Website

https://agribestfeeds.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2006

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Agri-Best Feeds is a family-owned regional distributor of livestock nutrition supplements, natural minerals, handling equipment, and ranch supplies — including SweetPro, Redmond Natural, Arrowquip, and Water Rippler — serving cattle, equine, and small-livestock producers across seven U.S. states with a dealer network, retail store, and direct delivery.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Livestock Nutrition & Ranch Supplies

NAICS

Farm Supplies Merchant Wholesalers (42491), Other Animal Food Manufacturing (311119)

SIC

Wholesale-Farm Product Raw Materials (5150), Agricultural Prod-Livestock & Animal Specialties (200)

akta.pro primary industry

Livestock & Pasture Supply Retail (Feed Supplements, Animal Health Inputs) (AFABAJAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

Byproduct & Co-Product Feed Blending (DDGS, soybean hulls, wheat midds) (AFADAIAG), Animal Nutrition & Feeding Support Services (On-Farm Feeding, Feed Management) (AFAEALAJ)

Keywords

• Livestock nutrition supplements
• Cattle feed supplements
• Trace mineral products
• Livestock handling equipment
• Horse nutrition supplements

Headquarters

HQ city

Billings

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Livestock Feed Supplements: Sale of SweetPro feed blocks, RumenEdge tubs, and DDGS pellets/cubes for cattle, horses, and other livestock. Products are sold through dealer network and direct with various packaging options (bags, totes, bulk, blocks).
2. Redmond Natural Minerals: Distribution of Redmond Natural Trace Mineral Salt and Conditioner products in various forms (50 lb bags, 44 lb blocks, 2000 lb totes, bulk) for livestock mineral supplementation.
3. Livestock Handling Equipment: Sale of Arrowquip cattle handling equipment including chutes, squeeze systems, crowding tubs, alleys, and portable working facilities.
4. Water Rippler Products: Sale of Water Rippler circulation systems available in Electric, Solar, and Dual Power options at $299.00 per unit, with warranty coverage on components.
5. Ranch Supplies: Sale of ancillary ranch products including Baler Twine (450 and 600 knot strengths), Net Wrap, Silage Wrap, Drive-Thru Gates, and Big Timber Screws.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Agri-Best Feeds is a regional distributor and direct seller of livestock nutrition supplements and ranch supplies, operating as the regional marketing arm for SweetPro Feeds, Redmond Natural Trace Minerals, Arrowquip livestock handling equipment, and Water Rippler water circulation products. The company sells feed blocks, lick tubs, DDGS pellets and cubes, trace mineral products, horse supplements, cattle handling equipment, and ancillary ranch supplies to ranchers and livestock producers.

Product overview

Agri-Best Feeds is a livestock nutrition and ranch products company offering a portfolio of complementary products. The core offering includes SweetPro (distillers grain-based lick blocks with ProBiotein), RumenEdge (200lb DDGS supplement tubs), and Redmond Natural (trace mineral salt from ancient sea deposits). The company also distributes Arrowquip livestock handling equipment and the Water Rippler water circulation system. Horse-specific products include EquiPride and EquiLix supplements. Additional ranch supplies include baler twine, net wrap, silage wrap, and drive-through gates. Products are distributed through a dealer network across Montana, Wyoming, Nebraska, Kansas, North Dakota, and South Dakota.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• RumenEdge: A next-generation livestock supplement featuring Redmond Conditioner, DDGS, garlic, and yucca for rumen function, digestion, and immune resilience.
• SweetPro
• EquiPride
• EquiLix

Products and services

• ABF Loose Mineral Loose mineral formulations designed to support herd performance starting in the rumen. Formulated to support both the animal and the digestive system that powers performance. Includes Maintainer, Maintainer Garlic, Repro, Repro Garlic, Stress Aid, and Custom Blends.
• RumenEdge 200-pound DDGS lick tub supplement featuring high-quality DDGS (25% protein, 5.5% fat), Redmond Conditioner (60+ minerals, rumen buffering, toxin binding), garlic (natural insect repellent), and yucca (digestive aid). Supports rumen function and forage utilization without molasses or urea.
• SweetPro Premium feed supplement lick blocks made from dried distillers grains and solubles (DDGS) containing complex carbohydrates from corn, milo, barley, oats, wheat and flax, plus vitamins, minerals and ProBiotein. Supports rumen microbial health and improves feed efficiency. Recommended 1 block per 25 head.
• EquiPride & EquiLix Horse nutrition supplements designed to support gut health, digestion, shiny coats, and solid hooves. Available with garlic for external parasite control (flies, ticks, mosquitoes, lice), improved circulation and digestion. No molasses formula.
• Redmond Natural Unprocessed natural sea salt with over 50 (60+) trace minerals sourced from an ancient sea deposit in Redmond, Utah. Available in 50 lb bags, 44 lb blocks, 2000 lb totes, and bulk/custom blends. Redmond Conditioner is volcanic ash mineral providing rumen buffering and toxin binding. OMRI approved for organic operations.
• Arrowquip Livestock Handling Equipment Livestock handling equipment including chutes, squeeze systems, crowding tubs, alleyways, sorting gates, and portable/modular designs. Built for safety, efficiency, and durability for cattle operations of all sizes.
• Water Rippler Submersible pump device designed to keep livestock water circulating, oxygenated, and clean year-round. Reduces algae growth, slows ice formation in winter, and keeps water fresh. Made from high-density polyethylene (HDPE) with 12V DC 50-watt pump. Available in Electric Powered, Solar, and Dual Power options. Priced at $299.00 per unit.
• DDGS Pellets & Cubes Dried Distillers Grain and Solubles pellets and cubes providing 28% protein and 6% fat. Includes garlic and yucca for insect repellent and gut health support. Available in 3/4", 1/2", or 1/4" sizes and bags, totes, or bulk.
• Other Ranch Products Supporting ranch products including Baler Twine (450 and 600 knot strengths), Net Wrap (UV resistant), Silage Wrap (29.5" X 4921'), Drive-Thru Gates (7' and 8' wide ATV/UTV models), and Big Timber Screws for fencing and construction.

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 28% hay savings reported through improved forage utilization
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core, minor and flagship.

• Agricultural InnovationscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 October 2025Agri-Best Feeds formed partnership with Agricultural Innovations (Randall and Shondah Otwell) to market the Water Rippler product. Agri-Best Feeds now assembles Water Ripplers for the family business. The partnership aligns with Agri-Best's mission to enhance ranchers' lives with uniquely better products.
• ArrowquipcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2017Agri-Best Feeds added Arrowquip livestock handling equipment to their product lineup in 2017. Arrowquip is described as the world's leading livestock manufacturer providing innovative cattle handling systems including chutes, squeeze systems, and portable working facilities.
• MasterHand MillingminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2016Agri-Best Feeds introduced MasterHand Milling DDGS cubes, pellets, and creep feed as part of their product lineup in 2016, expanding their feed supplement offerings.
• Redmond AgricultureflagshipChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 April 2009Agri-Best Feeds serves as the regional distribution arm for Redmond Natural Trace Minerals since April 2009. Products include natural sea salt with 60+ trace minerals and Redmond Conditioner (volcanic ash mineral). Redmond Natural has OMRI approval for organic operations.
• SweetPro FeedsflagshipChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2006Agri-Best Feeds serves as the regional marketing arm and exclusive distributor for SweetPro Feeds products (SweetPro, EquiPride, EquiLix) since 2006. The partnership began when Irv introduced the product line at the NILE Show in Billings, and the company has grown to become #1 nationally in cattle tonnage sold among SweetPro distributors.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves12 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Biozyme Inc. Biozyme markets VitaFerm and Sure Champ livestock nutrition supplements (rumen/feedlot performance lines) to cow-calf producers via a regional dealer and direct-sales network — directly comparable to Agri-Best's SweetPro/RumenEdge value proposition and distribution motion.
• Crystal Creek: Crystal Creek is a livestock nutrition and forage supplement company selling direct and through dealers to dairy and beef producers — comparable in the specialty-supplement niche, smaller scale, and farm-direct educational selling motion.
• Producers Cooperative Association: A farmer-ranchman cooperative operating a regional retail/feed-supply network across the southern Plains and Texas, selling livestock nutrition products, equipment, and farm supplies — directly comparable regional ranch-supply distribution model.

Broad incumbents

• MFA Incorporated: MFA is a regional farm-supply cooperative with branded livestock feed, mineral, and ranch supply distribution across the central U.S. via affiliated dealers and AgLiance locations — comparable regional farm-supply distributor model with significant scale.
• ADM Animal Nutrition: ADM Animal Nutrition is a national-scale livestock feed, premix, and additive manufacturer and distributor — directly overlaps with Agri-Best's mineral and feed supplement categories at far greater scale and reach.
• Hubbard Feeds: Hubbard Feeds, an Alltech company, is a long-established livestock feed and supplement manufacturer/distributor with regional dealer networks across the Plains — comparable in product breadth and dealer go-to-market, though much larger and broader-spectrum.
• Cargill Animal Nutrition: Cargill Animal Nutrition manufactures and distributes complete feeds, supplements, and minerals globally under brands including Nutrena — comparable product categories and dealer relationships, materially larger scope.
• Land O'Lakes / Purina Animal Nutrition: Purina Animal Nutrition (Land O'Lakes) sells a deep lineup of livestock supplements, minerals, and blocks through dealer networks to cow-calf and equine producers — directly overlapping with Agri-Best's SweetPro/EquiPride-style portfolio at national scale.

Others

• Arrowquip: Arrowquip is the world's leading livestock handling equipment manufacturer whose products Agri-Best has distributed since 2017; comparable in addressing the same ranch infrastructure budget with different product categories (handling equipment vs. nutrition).
• Redmond Agriculture: Redmond Agriculture (Redmond Inc.) is Agri-Best's flagship mineral partner since 2009; comparable in sea-salt-derived livestock trace mineral products (OMRI approved), they compete indirectly for the same rancher mineral budget share.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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