Who we are

Share the joys of dairy

We’re a Cooperative of dairy farmers, and also a community of innovators, visionaries and problem solvers. Across our career areas, we come together to bring food from our family dairy farmers to tables around the world.

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#1 largest global supplier of raw milk

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3rd largest global dairy company

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Largest U.S. Dairy company

What’s a Cooperative

Any organization owned and operated for the benefit of those using its services. Our Cooperative is owned by thousands of farmer-owners across the country.

Because our Cooperative is owned by farmers, our personal connection to the farm makes each bowl of ice cream — and each career opportunity — that much sweeter.

Awards

Seal of Accomplishment Award

2020-2024 Renewing Partner with the Center of Disability Inclusion (CDI)

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Dairy foods processor of the year

2023 winner honored for operations, product innovation and sustainability

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Bateman Family from Mosida Farms

2024 Innovative Dairy Farmer of the Year by the International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA)

“I’m working hard each day to make sure our farmers feel supported and can rest assured that their dairy is being handled with care and best practices. For our team here at Oakhurst, when one team member needs to fill in for another, we do so happily. We are a family, and we proudly support our family farmer-owners.”

BILLY V.

Master Relief Operator

“The teamwork that happens every day, from leadership to employees, is amazing. The support we get from upper management and then also the support and teamwork throughout the facility is notable. We have a great team here to work with — they strive to do what’s best, and they’re always willing to try new things.”

KATHLEEN C.

Director, Plant Manager

DFA allows me to work in an environment that provides opportunities both within and outside my area of expertise. I’ve been allowed to work cross-functionally throughout different areas in dairy and throughout the country while supporting our Cooperative and farmer-owners. As a person that grew up on and is still involved with farming, there’s not a better organization to grow professional roots within.

KEVIN M.

General Manager

Our impact

When you join our purpose-driven team, you’ll be able to make a difference that goes far beyond the dairy case. Through our various initiatives and programs, you’ll play a role in helping students succeed, communities thrive and farmers flourish — and that’s just the beginning.

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Our brands

No matter your role, you’ll use your unique skills to share the simple pleasures of real dairy — and deliver almost 40 well-known brands to the families we serve.

Our locations

Our network of family farms, offices, manufacturing plants, labs and warehouses are located all across the country. That means no matter where you live, you’re sure to find a career possibility near you.

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