Teasdale Latin Foods Announces Major Investment in Advanced Wastewater Treatment and Water Recycling at Atwater Facility  

Teasdale’s New Water Recycling System Expected to Recycle Up to 

1.5 Million Gallons of Water Daily by 2027 

ATWATER, CA — Teasdale Latin Foods (Teasdale) announced plans to invest approximately $8 million to $10 million beginning in 2026 to implement a new onsite wastewater treatment and water recycling system at its Atwater facility. The project represents one of the company’s most significant environmental and infrastructure investments in the region to date. 

The advanced treatment system will utilize both Centrifuge and Vibratory Shear Enhanced Processing (VSEP) technologies to treat up to 2 million gallons of water per day. Once fully operational, the system is expected to recycle up to 1.5 million gallons of water daily, supporting water conservation efforts and reducing overall freshwater demand. Construction and implementation are expected to begin in 2026, with the system anticipated to be fully operational by mid-2027. 

“This investment reflects Teasdale’s commitment to the future of our Atwater facility and the community we’ve proudly been part of for decades,” said Tim O’Connor, CEO, Teasdale. “We are investing in advanced technology that supports environmental stewardship while helping ensure the long-term sustainability and growth of our operations in the Central Valley.” 

Teasdale is partnering with EKI Environment & Water and DPS Process Solutions on the project. Both firms bring extensive experience in industrial water treatment, engineering, and environmental solutions. 

The Atwater facility is one of the region’s major employers supporting hundreds of jobs and maintaining longstanding partnerships with California growers, suppliers and transportations providers. The new wastewater treatment system will expand the facility’s capacity to meet growing customer demand and support Teasdale’s broader commitment to responsible operations in the Central Valley. 

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About Teasdale Latin Foods 

Teasdale Latin Foods has been the leader in Latin-Inspired food manufacturing and marketing for over 70 years. The company produces a wide range of products including conventional, organic, refried and baked beans, hominy, tortillas, tortilla chips, taco shells, meal kits and salsas for private label, food service, and co-manufacturing options. Teasdale products are created around a commitment to delivering high quality, nutritious, on-trend foods that deliver the best taste for customers. Teasdale’s Atwater facility plays an important role in the company’s California operations and regional economic impact. For more information, visit www.TeasdaleLatinFoods.com. 

About EKI Environment & Water 

EKI Environment & Water, Inc. (EKI) is an employee-owned environmental engineering firm delivering integrated environmental, water resources, and engineering services to public and private clients since 1989. With a multidisciplinary team of engineers, scientists, geologists, and technical specialists across California and the United States, EKI brings extensive experience in solving complex environmental and water resources challenges. EKI’s services include environmental consulting, wastewater management, water resources management, municipal engineering, litigation support, and data management and visualization. EKI specializes in solving client’s challenges through technical excellence, practical innovation, and collaborative service. 

About DPS Process Solutions 

DPS Process Solutions is a specialized food and beverage process engineering and project delivery firm that helps manufacturers plan, design, and execute capital projects that turn investment into reliable, profitable production capacity. DPS acts as a high-touch owner’s representative from feasibility through commissioning, integrating process systems, utilities, and operations in complex sanitary environments. DPS is known for combining deep industry expertise with faster, more agile project execution for leading food, beverage, and CPG producers.