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TULARE – October 29, 2024 – Lactalis USA announces a major investment in its Tulare, California facility that will allow it to significantly increase the volume of Président Feta cheese produced in the United States. This comes as feta cheese continues to grow in popularity with American consumers. The $55 million investment creates Lactalis’ largest feta production line in the United States. Lactalis USA is a subsidiary of Lactalis, the world’s largest dairy company.

LAVAL – September 12, 2024 – Lactalis, the world’s largest dairy company, announced today that it has entered into a definitive agreement to purchase the yogurt business of General Mills in the United States. This purchase is part of an overall effort by General Mills to sell its North American Yogurt business. General Mills’ Canadian operations will be acquired by dairy cooperative Sodiaal, another French dairy company. The proposed transaction is expected to close in calendar year 2025, subject to receipt of requisite regulatory approvals and other customary closing conditions.

CHICAGO – April 23, 2024 –Kraft Natural Cheese, a leading dairy brand, announces today the launch of Kraft Flavor Fusions, a trio of new block cheeses that will add excitement to recipes and elevate snacking occasions. Now available nationwide, this new product extension offers consumers a versatile cheese experience that brings unique flavors to mealtime.

CHICAGO – March 26, 2024 – Kraft Natural Cheese, a leading dairy brand, announces today the launch of Kraft Signature Shreds. This new product innovation offers consumers a unique, restaurant-style, thick-cut, natural shredded cheese to elevate their homemade meals with an unrivaled melt and rich, satisfying flavor that is optimal for the cheesiest dishes.

CHICAGO – March 12, 2024 – Lactalis USA, the world’s leading dairy company, was recognized for its dairy producing expertise at the World Championship Cheese Contest, the world’s premier technical competition for cheese, butter and yogurt. Lactalis USA secured 21 medals, including eight gold medals and nine silver medals across its broad portfolio of award-winning dairy products. Lactalis’ premier global brands, Galbani and Président were recognized with eight medals.

CHICAGO – November 16, 2023 – Lactalis Heritage Dairy announced the continued expansion of jobs and office space at its location at 540 W. Madison St. in West Loop. Lactalis Heritage Dairy manufactures and markets iconic and beloved dairy product brands in the U.S., including Kraft Natural Cheese, Knudsen, Breakstone’s and Cracker Barrel. Lactalis Heritage Dairy is part of Lactalis USA, which offers an unrivaled collection of dairy brands enjoyed in homes across the United States. Lactalis USA is part of Lactalis Group, headquartered in France and is the world’s largest dairy company.

CHICAGO, July 25, 2023 – Lactalis, the world’s leading dairy company, was recognized for its cheesemaking expertise with 13 medals at the prestigious American Cheese Society (ACS) Judging & Competition awards ceremony held on July 19 in Des Moines, Iowa. The ACS Judging & Competition is the largest event for American-made cheeses, showcasing talent for excellent cheesemaking and commitment to food safety. Lactalis USA claimed 12 medals (four gold, five silver and three bronze), while Lactalis Canada was awarded a bronze medal.

CHICAGO, Feb. 24, 2023 – Lactalis USA was recognized this week for dairy production expertise with 20 medals at the United States Championship Cheese Contest conducted by the Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association (WCMA). The contest is considered the country’s premier technical contest for cheese, butter, yogurt and dry dairy ingredients. Product entries are judged by a team of highly qualified dairy processing experts on attributes such as flavor, body, texture, salt, color, finish, packaging and others.