Land O'Lakes
Land O'Lakes, founded in 1921 as the Minnesota Cooperative Creameries Association, is a farmer-owned cooperative known for its wide range of dairy products and innovative butter packaging solutions.
History of Land O'Lakes
Land O'Lakes was founded in 1921 as the Minnesota Cooperative Creameries Association. The organization began with the goal of bringing high-quality dairy products to the market, and it has since evolved into a major player in the dairy industry. The company became known for pioneering several innovations, including being the first to make and sell butter from fresh, sweet cream in individually wrapped sticks.
Land O'Lakes Founders
Land O'Lakes started as the Minnesota Cooperative Creameries Association and has grown to become a large farmer-owned cooperative with over 1,000 farmer-owners. The cooperative structure allows Land O'Lakes to support its member farmers directly, benefiting both the farmers and their communities nationwide.
Land O'Lakes Dairy Products
Land O'Lakes produces a wide range of dairy products including butter, margarine, plant-based spreads, cheese, eggs, and whipping cream. They are known for their Salted and Unsalted Butter Sticks, Extra Creamy Butter, Butter with Olive Oil and Sea Salt, and spreadable Butter with Canola Oil introduced in 2003.
Land O'Lakes Butter Innovations
Land O'Lakes has been at the forefront of several butter-related innovations. They introduced the Flavor Protect® Wrapper to preserve the creaminess of their butter while keeping out other flavors. They also offer unique butter products like spreadable Butter with Canola Oil, Butter with Olive Oil and Sea Salt, and Fresh Buttery Taste® Spread, which has 70% less saturated fat than traditional butter.
Community Initiatives by Land O'Lakes
Land O'Lakes is committed to supporting its communities through initiatives like the First Run program, which helps address food insecurity in South Dakota. By ensuring that their products directly benefit their farmer-owners and their surrounding communities, Land O'Lakes fosters a cooperative model that extends its positive impact beyond just the business.