Founded in 1968, T.J. Harkins has evolved into a primary supplier of natural and organic ingredients. Our product line is focused on ingredients which contribute nutrition and flavor in the formulation
of grain-based foods. Because of this unique market orientation, T.J. Harkins has become the clear market leader in the
supply of:
- Sesame and Edible Seeds
- Cinnamon & Sweet Spices
- Ancient Grains
- Pulses, Beans & Lentils
- Specialty Grain Flours
- Grain & Topping Blends
Our Mission: We will treat our customers, suppliers, and co-workers with honesty and respect. We will maintain an ongoing commitment to sustainable agriculture. We will endeavor daily to supply our customers with competitively priced, high quality ingredients, through friendly and creative service. By these means, we will deliver unique value to our customers, suppliers, and employees.
An established growing program with farmers allows us to control the supply chain of raw materials from planting to delivery at our factories. Experience in origin country sourcing, coupled with the financial strength required to operate in international commodity trade, insure consistent product quality and availability.
Our processing facilities are AIB (Superior) and QAI (Organic) certified with capabilities inclusive of:
- Sesame Washing & Hulling
- Seed & Spice Dry Cleaning
- Grain & Spice Milling
- Custom Blending
- Custom Packaging
T.J. Harkins is a company comprised of 3 operating units, each with a distinct market focus. More than just a strategic combination of resources, the companies operate from a common platform of values. Choose your best fit:


