Rooted in Community. Backed by a Century of Integrity. Built for the Future of Food.
A Clear Vision.
Highland Milling became part of the Cerco family in 2017. With that transition came a clear vision: elevate a longstanding milling operation into a modern, food-grade facility capable of serving the fast-growing demand for premium oats, barley, and rye across the U.S. and beyond.
Cerco invested more than $4 million into upgrading the mill — expanding capacity, tightening quality controls, and strengthening the systems required for today’s food, beverage, and nutrition markets. The goal was simple: deliver grains that meet the highest standards for human consumption, with consistency that food manufacturers can rely on.
As healthier diets and better-for-you snacks continue to grow worldwide, one thing has become clear: demand for clean, consistent, food-grade grains is only increasing.
Highland Milling plays a key role in supporting that shift.
We specialize in:
Food-grade oats, barley, and rye
Organic and gluten-free offerings
Custom grind sizes and tailored specifications
Lot tracing, quality documentation, and safe, clean milling practices
Our facility is designed to supply brands that require trust — from baking mixes to infant cereal, distilling grains to emergency food, nutritional blends to premium pet treats.
Built to Serve Today’s Market Needs
What makes Highland Milling special isn’t only the grain — it’s the people and the place.
Bancroft, Idaho, is our home. We’re proud to: Provide steady jobs, Support local growers, Partner with the community, Show up when help is needed
Powered by Cerco’s Strength
While Highland Milling operates with its own dedicated logistics, quality, sales, and production teams, we benefit from the scale and support of the Cerco Group, a company that has been part of American agriculture for more than 100 years.
This partnership gives our customers:
Market intelligence built across generations
Procurement advantages through Serco’s grower network
Supply stability even in volatile markets
Greater capability for custom milling and specialty requests
Together, we create a synergy that blends local craftsmanship with national strength.