RANGEN, LLC

WILBUR-ELLIS NUTRITION, LLC specializes in the formulation, manufacturing, and delivery of precision aquaculture feed solutions for federal fish hatcheries. Their core capabilities center on producing scientifically formulated, nutrient-dense pelleted and bulk fish feeds tailored to species-specific dietary requirements, including trout, salmon, and native freshwater species. The contractor leverages advanced feed technology to ensure optimal digestibility, water stability, and growth performance under controlled hatchery conditions, with consistent adherence to USDA and USFWS nutritional standards. Key differentiators include just-in-time production scheduling, batch traceability, and the ability to rapidly scale production to meet seasonal and emergency stocking demands across diverse geographic regions. Their technical expertise encompasses ingredient sourcing, micronutrient balancing, binder formulation, and moisture control to ensure feed integrity during transport and storage in remote aquatic environments. The contractor maintains a deep, long-standing relationship with the Department of the Interior, primarily supporting U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service fish hatcheries nationwide. They deliver mission-critical feed supplies to hatcheries in Idaho, Arkansas, Tennessee, Colorado, Missouri, and New Mexico, enabling native species propagation, endangered species recovery, and recreational fish stocking programs. Their work is characterized by recurring, predictable demand cycles aligned with spawning and rearing seasons, indicating a trusted, operational partnership rather than transactional procurement. Their primary industry focus is Other Animal Food Manufacturing (NAICS 311119), with a narrow specialization in aquaculture feed for government-managed fisheries. This positions them as a niche supplier within the federal aquaculture supply chain, serving ecological restoration and conservation objectives rather than commercial aquaculture markets. WILBUR-ELLIS NUTRITION, LLC is a limited liability entity headquartered in Buhl, Idaho, with no public certifications on record. Their geographic positioning in the Pacific Northwest supports efficient logistics to Western federal hatcheries, reinforcing their role as a regional anchor supplier for critical fish health and conservation initiatives.