New, $600 million investment incorporates various sustainability and conservation initiatives to help the dairy industry and company reach its targets. HILMAR, Calif. — Hilmar Cheese Company, Inc., one of the world’s largest cheese manufacturers and a global supplier of high-quality whey ingredients was joined by Kansas Governor  Kelly, U.S. Senator Moran and other federal, … [Read more...]

MADISON, Wis. — World Dairy Expo® is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2025 Expo Recognition Awards. Nominated and selected by their peers, these individuals have made remarkable contributions to the dairy industry and their communities. Honorees will be celebrated during the Recognition Awards Banquet at World Dairy Expo on Wednesday, October 1, 2025. Banquet tickets … [Read more...]

Governor Laura Kelly announced Wednesday that Flora Food Group, a global food company, has purchased a manufacturing facility in Hugoton. This capital investment of around $90 million and the expected creation of approximately 100 new jobs over the next several years will elevate the workforce in Stevens County. “This investment by Flora Food Group demonstrates my … [Read more...]

Flora Food Group Announces Acquisition of New Facility in Southwestern Kansas Hugoton, KS Creamery Will Reopen to Support Flora Food Group’s U.S. and Americas Growth Strategy Amsterdam, Netherlands- Flora Food Group B.V. (“Flora Food Group” or “the Company”), global branded food champion, today announced the purchase of a manufacturing facility located in Hugoton, Kansas. … [Read more...]

Hilmar Cheese Company, Inc. broke ground today on the site of its future state-of-the-art cheese and whey protein processing plant in Dodge City, Kansas. The new facility is expected to create 250 new jobs and represents more than $600 million in capital investment. Hilmar Cheese Company is one of the world’s largest producers of high-quality American-style cheese and … [Read more...]