Lactalis Heritage Dairy

2004

2004

Lactalis Group acquires a second plant in Wisconsin, this time in Merrill where it produces specialty cheeses including spreads under the rondelé brand. Due to increased product demand, the rondelé brand eventually expands into Europe.
1999

1999

Lactalis Group acquires a plant in Nampa, ID – consolidating its production of Italian cheeses. This plant is Lactalis Group’s largest production facility globally.
1992

1992

Lactalis Group acquires a plant and establishes its U.S. headquarters in Buffalo, NY. This plant becomes the largest producer of ricotta in the U.S.
1981

1981

Lactalis Group acquires its first plant outside France. The plant is located in Belmont, WI and becomes the first U.S. cheese plant to produce and distribute brie.
1980

1980

Lactalis Group opens an export office in New York City, NY.