Darigold
Darigold, a subsidiary of the Northwest Dairy Association, has been providing high-quality dairy products for over 100 years and is committed to sustainability and environmental stewardship.
Company History
Darigold is the marketing and processing subsidiary of the Northwest Dairy Association, a farmer-owned cooperative founded in 1918. Composed of about 300 family-owned dairy farms located in Idaho, Montana, Oregon, and Washington, Darigold has been serving communities with high-quality dairy products for over 100 years. The company has consistently focused on delivering nutritious dairy products sourced from its member farms, ensuring long-term sustainability and community support.
Sustainability Initiatives
Darigold is committed to reaching greenhouse gas neutrality by 2050. The company has a strong focus on sustainability and environmental stewardship, including efforts to reduce carbon emissions, water use, and waste, and to increase energy efficiency. Darigold's new premium protein and butter operation will feature technologies designed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 25% per unit compared to their existing baseline. Additionally, their Pasco facility will incorporate anaerobic digestion technology to reduce fossil fuel use and is designed to accommodate future electric vehicles. This facility is also expected to create over 1,000 onsite and indirect supply chain and services jobs.
Products
Darigold offers a diverse product lineup that includes Darigold FIT, Belle Coffee Creamer, milk, creams, butter, cottage cheese, and sour cream. All products are made from milk sourced from local Northwest Dairy Association farm families and are produced with rbST-free milk since 2006. The company maintains high standards for quality and nutritional value, ensuring that consumers receive fresh, healthy dairy options.
Global Reach and Partnerships
Darigold has partnered with the U.S. Dairy Export Council to deliver high-quality food products to over 30 countries. This global outreach showcases the company's dedication to expanding its market presence and ensuring that nutritious dairy products are accessible worldwide. Darigold also commissioned Vermont-based artist DJ Barry to paint the world's largest World Cow mural at their Sunnyside plant, emphasizing their commitment to community and cultural contributions.
Environmental Initiatives
Darigold's new Pasco facility exemplifies its environmental commitments by featuring technologies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, incorporating anaerobic digestion to minimize fossil fuel use, and supporting electric vehicles. Additionally, this facility aims to reduce the distance trucks travel for milk pickups and deliveries by 5 million miles annually. These initiatives underline Darigold's commitment to cooperative social responsibility and sustainable practices.