Russell Protein Plant packs premium potential for Kansas wheat producers
Summertime brings the welcome smell of hotdogs and bratwursts sizzling on the grill. But nothing messes with the BBQ vibe like the bun splitting into two when you are in the middle of making the perfect mix of meat, bread, sauce and toppings. The difference between a hotdog bun that falls apart and one that can stretch and hold its form comes down to one micro ingredient —wheat protein. And a facility in Russell, Kansas, produces more of this micro ingredient than anywhere else in the country, helping bind together hot dog buns, pet food, plant-based meats and more, all while utilizing 100 percent Kansas-grown wheat.
