Fonterra Dairy Products

Fonterra is a prominent New Zealand multinational dairy cooperative that plays a significant role in the global dairy market. Originally formed in 2001 through a merger of the country's two largest dairy cooperatives, the New Zealand Dairy Group and Kiwi Cooperative Dairies, along with the New Zealand Dairy Board, it has grown into a powerhouse for dairy production and innovation. The brand represents a collective of thousands of New Zealand farming families who own the cooperative.

Manufacturing primarily takes place in New Zealand, where the cooperative manages extensive processing facilities that convert fresh milk into various dairy products, including milk powder, cheese, and butter. However, Fonterra maintains a global footprint with manufacturing sites and joint ventures in regions such as Australia, Southeast Asia, and South America to serve regional markets efficiently.

As a cooperative, Fonterra's ultimate ownership remains with its New Zealand-based farmer-shareholders. This unique structure ensures that the profits and strategic direction of the company are aligned with the interests of the local dairy farmers. The company is headquartered in Auckland and continues to be the largest company in New Zealand by revenue, operating under several consumer brands like Anchor, Anlene, and Mainland while also acting as a major B2B supplier of dairy ingredients globally.