During this holiday period, Dairy Foods always likes to turn the clock back and see what stories its website visitors the most. This is a list of the most-read stories of 2023 (among those that were introduced this year).
It placed third in the 2021 Dairy 100. It placed second in the 2022 Dairy 100. This year it is No. 1. Other companies saw major growth. Moving 33 spaces, Valley Queen Cheese Factory Inc., Milbank., S.D., No. 87 in 2021 net revenue, moved to No. 54 with a 2022 net revenue of $600 million.
Unlike previous years, this year’s Dairy 100 rankings reflects changes in the market — with some new companies joining the list and others experiencing major growth or declines.
Unlike previous years, this year’s Dairy 100 rankings reflects changes in the market — with some new companies joining the list and others experiencing major growth or declines.
MOM’s 2015 sales were 362 Euro million ($386.3 million), double what they were five years ago.
August 1, 2016
The Bel Group (maker of Laughing Cow and Mini Babybel snack cheeses) said it is in negotiations to acquire the MOM Group, maker of GoGosqueeZ yogurt and fruit snacks.
Dairy Foods' 22nd annual Dairy 100 report identifies the largest dairy processors based in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Three companies are based in Canada and one in Mexico. Wisconsin is home to the most Dairy 100 firms (12), followed by California and Minnesota (each with 10).
Clicking on the company name takes you to that dairy processor’s website. Annual reports and financial information for public companies are one click away.
August 15, 2014
Dairy Foods has enhanced its 2014 report of the largest dairy processors. Visitors to the 2014 Dairy 100 can link to company websites directly from the listing. We have also provided links to annual reports and other financial information for publicly held dairy processors.
Nestle, Danone and Lactalis remain on the top of the list.
September 10, 2013
“The top five companies remain unchanged in their position on the list, yet there are now two Chinese companies in the rank of the largest 15 companies, whereas there were none in the top 20 until 2008,” said Rabobank analyst Tim Hunt. “In contrast, the lack of a U.S.-based global consolidator means that the rankings of U.S. companies has declined.”
Dairy Maid has been owned and operated by the Vona family since 1946 and is currently led by brothers, Jimmy and Jody. The Vonas will continue to manage the day-to-day operations.
September 4, 2013
Dairy Farmers of America (DFA) has acquired Dairy Maid Dairy. Located in Frederick, Md., Dairy Maid is a family-owned processor of milk, juice and fruit drinks. Dairy Maid has been owned and operated by the Vona family since 1946.
First quarter consolidated operating income totaled $71 million, compared to first quarter 2012 consolidated operating income of $90 million.
May 9, 2013
Dean Foods Company (NYSE: DF) today announced strong first quarter 2013 results. The Company reported first quarter 2013 diluted earnings per share of $2.63, compared to first quarter 2012 earnings per share of $0.20. These financial results reflect the January 2013 sale of the Company's Morningstar business, the gain of which is the primary driver of the diluted earnings of $2.63 per share and is reflected in discontinued operations, as well as the Company's majority ownership interest in its consolidated subsidiary, The WhiteWave Foods Company