About Prairie Farms Cheese Division
With decades of experience in the dairy industry, the Prairie Farms Cheese Division has developed a reputation as a quality, reliable supplier of cheese. It starts at the farm—as a farmer-owned cooperative, we have full control of our milk supply. You can trust that we will maintain consistency in the quality cheeses we produce. It continues at the cheese plants—we employ some of the best cheesemakers in the industry and it is their expertise that allows us to continually meet the high standards of quality our customers have come to expect. When dedicated farmers and passionate cheesemakers come together, the results are worthy of praise.
At Prairie Farms we make it our mission to. . .
- produce dairy products of the highest quality
- conduct our business with professional integrity
- exceed the expectations of our customers and consumers
- support our communities in a positive, sustainable manner
- deliver exceptional patronage to our network of farm families, and
- simply do what is right for our farm families, employees and communities.
Locally Owned. Locally Produced. Since 1938.
Our History
Prairie Farms was created in 1938 by a group of Illinois dairy farmers who aspired to improve market conditions for selling cream. Today, Prairie Farms is comprised of more than 700 farm families across the Midwest who provide you and your family with fresh, nutritious dairy and cheese products.
Giving Back to Our Communities
Prairie Farms is dedicated to the cities and towns we call home. Discover how we support our local communities.
Our Sales Team
Prairie Farms’ expert sales team provides superior support for businesses in various industry segments. From retail to foodservice markets, our team aims to exceed customer expectations with our products and customer service.
Our Awards
At Prairie Farms, we are proud of our cheese products. Our cheeses have been recognized at local, state, national, and international competitions, leading to an ever-growing awards list through the years.
Our Quality
Prairie Farms quality cheese is made under the highest food safety and hygienic quality protocols. Making cheese that exceeds our customers’ expectations is the goal of our passionate cheesemakers.
Our Farmers
For more than 80 years, Prairie Farms has proudly supported local farmers across America’s heartland. Learn more about how our farm cooperative is comprised of more than 700 multi-generation farm families across the Midwest to source the highest-quality, safest, and most nutritious milk to produce award-winning cheeses.
Our Capabilities
Prairie Farms’ expert cheesemakers focus their efforts on producing high-quality cheeses for various markets, including B2B, foodservice, ingredients, international exports, and retail. Explore all our capabilities and services.
Our Plants
Our passionate cheesemakers expertly blend art and science to craft our award-winning cheeses. Explore Prairie Farms’ cheese plants located throughout the Midwest.
Our Products
Our cheeses are made with only the highest quality local ingredients. View our award-winning cheeses available in a variety of formats to suit your needs.
Blog
Read our blogs for exciting updates and more information on all things Prairie Farms.
Meet Tara Schaal
When Tara Schaal first set foot into the majestic sandstone caves on her first day on the job at Caves of Faribault, her first thought was, “Who knew this much work went into cheese?!” Now it is Tara’s hard work and dedication in her dual roles as both Warehouse Supervisor and Affinage Supervisor that keep operations running smoothly.
Meet Gabe Wand
Shullsburg Creamery takes pride in its hometown roots, and its newest General Manager is no stranger to tradition. In fact, the small town of Shullsburg has been the backdrop for a significant portion of Gabe Wand’s life and career, and he’s looking forward to making big things happen here in his new role.
Resources
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