Land O'Lakes Butter

Land O'Lakes is one of the most iconic dairy brands in the United States, best known for its butter, cheese, and dairy products. Founded in 1921 in St. Paul, Minnesota, the company began as a member-owned cooperative and has remained a cornerstone of American agriculture and the dairy industry for over a century.

The brand is unique because it is not owned by a typical multinational corporation, but rather by Land O'Lakes, Inc., which is a member-owned agricultural cooperative. This structure means the company is owned by the dairy farmers and growers who supply the raw materials. Manufacturing is primarily concentrated in the United States, with major facilities located across the Midwest and California to ensure freshness and regional distribution.