What does Darigold do?

Darigold, Inc. is a farmer-owned agricultural cooperative and a prominent dairy processor based in Seattle, Washington. Founded in 1918, it operates as the marketing and processing subsidiary of the Northwest Dairy Association, representing over 450 family-owned farms across Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Montana. The company processes around 10 billion pounds of milk annually, generating sales between $2.1 and $2.5 billion, and employs between 1,000 and 5,000 people across 11 processing facilities. Darigold produces a diverse range of consumer and ingredient products from high-quality Northwest milk. Its consumer offerings include packaged milk, creamers, butter, cottage cheese, sour cream, and yogurt. The company also manufactures ingredient products such as milk powders, cheese, and bulk butter for export. Darigold emphasizes innovation and quality, exporting to over 30 countries, with a strong presence in Asian markets. Additionally, it provides co-manufacturing services in the dairy sector, leveraging its expertise and certifications.