Fonterra has invested $2.4 million in the state-of-the-art facility, which applies New Zealand intellectual property and technology to the benefit of both the New Zealand and U.S. dairy industries. Customers will be able to come in a physically see the processes and taste the products, as Fonterra’s technical staff develops cheeses, yogurt, pediatric formulas, beverages and bars.
“Our investment in the CTC reinforces Fonterra’s commitment to the U.S. dairy industry and to innovation,” said Martin Bates, Fonterra USA’s president and chief operating officer. “Along with the move earlier this year of our corporate headquarters to Chicago, the CTC’s location will allow more innovations to be tailored specifically to the needs of Fonterra’s customers operating within the U.S. and Canadian markets.”