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Land O'Lakes expands Tulare facility to meet growing demand for dairy protein. Land O'Lakes is making a significant investment in California's dairy industry with plans to expand its Tulare processing facility, a move designed to support dairy farmers while capitalizing on growing consumer demand for high-protein dairy products. The announcement was the focus of today's episode of the AgNet News Hour, featuring Heather Anfang, Executive Vice President and President of Dairy Foods at Land O'Lakes. Anfang said the cooperative is investing in new processing capabilities that will allow the Tulare plant to begin producing ultra-filtered milk ingredients, marking the first phase of a broader expansion into dairy proteins. "We're making an investment in our Tulare facility that will move us into the dairy proteins space," Anfang said. "This first phase is going to get us into ultra-filtered milk as an ingredient, creating a terrific growth opportunity for our farmers." The Tulare facility is already the largest manufacturing plant in the Land O'Lakes network. Because existing infrastructure is already in place, the company expects construction to move quickly, with the first phase targeted to be operational during the first quarter of next year. Anfang said the investment comes as consumer demand for dairy products continues to strengthen. She pointed to renewed interest in protein-rich foods, favorable dietary guidance, and increasing demand for butter, cheese and dairy ingredients as key drivers behind the expansion. "Dairy is in the spotlight," Anfang said. "Consumers are really interested in dairy, they're understanding how terrific dairy is as part of their diet, and we're seeing tremendous demand." While much of Land O'Lakes' retail butter and cheese business serves the domestic market, the company's ingredients division has a significant international presence. Anfang noted that roughly half of the cooperative's milk powder production is exported, creating additional opportunities for member dairy farmers. The cooperative currently represents approximately 1,100 dairy farmer members across the United States. Anfang said the new processing capacity will help support future growth from those producers, including California dairy operations that continue investing in expansion. The conversation also touched on California's regulatory environment. Anfang acknowledged the challenges manufacturers and dairy producers face operating in the state but reaffirmed Land O'Lakes' commitment to California and its farmer-members. "We are very committed to California," she said. "We want to continue to grow our processing capacity out there and support our farmers." Looking ahead, Anfang said automation, new dairy ingredients and continued investment in processing facilities will help position both Land O'Lakes and its member farmers for long-term success as consumer demand for dairy products continues to evolve. Listen to the full interview below or on your favorite podcast app. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes... Sponsored Content

Ag Valley Co-op and Land O'Lakes Foundation award $12,000 to local food pantries. In Ag Valley's commitment to support the communities within its trade territory it has, with the help of the Land O' Lakes Foundation, donated $12,000 to local food pantries in rural communities. Ag Valley Co-op, in partnership with the Land O'Lakes Foundation, has awarded a total of $12,000 to three local food pantries, reinforcing a shared commitment to strengthening rural communities and helping address food insecurity. The Arapahoe Food Pantry, Frontier County Food Pantry, and Oxford Food Pantry each received a $4,000 donation to support their efforts in providing food assistance to individuals and families throughout the communities they serve. As food costs continue to rise and demand for assistance increases, local food pantries play a vital role in ensuring families have access to nutritious meals. Through this partnership with the Land O'Lakes Foundation, Ag Valley is proud to invest in organizations that provide essential resources and support to neighbors across its trade area. "Supporting the communities where our member owners, customers, and employees live and work is a responsibility we take seriously," said Jeff Krejdl, CEO of Ag Valley Co-op. Each of the food pantries plans to use the funds to support its local community in ways that best meet its needs. Planned uses include purchasing food and other essential supplies, helping replenish pantry inventories, and ensuring families facing food insecurity have access to nutritious meals throughout the year. Ag Valley believes strong communities are built through collaboration and local partnerships. By working alongside organizations like the Land O'Lakes Foundation, the cooperative continues its mission of supporting the people and communities that help agriculture thrive.

Corteva announces board of directors for future crop protection company. | Published on: Jun 30, 2026 Nayaki Nayyar, chief executive officer, Siteimprove A/S *Christopher Policinski, retired president and chief executive officer, Land O'Lakes, Inc. *Patrick Ward, retired chief financial officer, Cummins Inc. New Corteva will be innovation-driven in both its product portfolio and its operating model, leveraging its technological leadership to deliver for farmers while also running an asset-light, efficient business. The company intends to make targeted investments to support growth and leverage its first-mover advantage in nature-inspired technologies to pursue opportunities promising attractive returns in markets that reward differentiation. About Corteva Corteva, Inc. (NYSE: CTVA) is a global pure-play agriculture company that combines industry-leading innovation, high-touch customer engagement and operational execution to profitably deliver solutions for the world's most pressing agriculture challenges. Corteva generates advantaged market preference through its unique distribution strategy, together with its balanced and globally diverse mix of seed, crop protection, and digital products and services. With some of the most recognized brands in agriculture and a technology pipeline well positioned to drive growth, the company is committed to maximizing productivity for farmers, while working with stakeholders throughout the food system as it fulfills its promise to enrich the lives of those who produce and those who consume, ensuring progress for generations to come. More information can be found at www.corteva.com.