Lactalis USA Fuels Growth with $75M+ Investment in NY Facilitiesa
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Lactalis USA is set to enhance its dairy production capabilities in New York with a significant investment over $75 million, boosting the production of cheese, whey, and other products across its Buffalo and Walton plants.
Lactalis USA, a leading dairy producer, has committed over $75 million to expand and upgrade its facilities in upstate New York, highlighting its dedication to boosting production capabilities and modernizing operations within the U.S. dairy market. A substantial portion of this investment, approximately $60 million, will be directed towards the Buffalo plant, facilitating a major expansion of cheese and whey powder production. This will involve installing advanced equipment and relocating the cheese lab for optimized quality control.
Meanwhile, the remaining $15 million will target the Walton plant, focusing on automating and expanding cottage cheese and sour cream production under the Breakstone’s brand. These expansions are expected to create over 50 new jobs and are slated for completion by 2027. Empire State Development has supported these efforts with performance-based tax credits, emphasizing New York's commitment to agribusiness growth. For the international dairy community, this move underscores continued confidence in the robust demand for dairy products in North America and reinforces New York State’s position as a significant dairy production hub.
Meanwhile, the remaining $15 million will target the Walton plant, focusing on automating and expanding cottage cheese and sour cream production under the Breakstone’s brand. These expansions are expected to create over 50 new jobs and are slated for completion by 2027. Empire State Development has supported these efforts with performance-based tax credits, emphasizing New York's commitment to agribusiness growth. For the international dairy community, this move underscores continued confidence in the robust demand for dairy products in North America and reinforces New York State’s position as a significant dairy production hub.
