Beemster Cheese

Beemster is a renowned Dutch cheese brand named after the Beemster Polder, a UNESCO World Heritage site in the Netherlands where the grazing pastures are rich in minerals and clay. The brand is deeply rooted in traditional Dutch agriculture, utilizing milk from local cows to produce its signature creamy and flavorful Gouda-style cheeses.

The production of Beemster cheese remains localized in North Holland, where it is crafted by a farmer-owned cooperative. This ensures that the traditional methods of cheese-making, including natural aging on wooden shelves, are preserved. The brand has expanded its global presence, exporting various age profiles from mild to extra-aged (X-O) to markets worldwide.

Beemster is owned and operated by CONO Kaasmakers, one of the most sustainable dairy cooperatives in the Netherlands. Because it is a cooperative, the brand is ultimately owned by the dairy farmers who provide the milk, ensuring that the profits and control of the production process remain within the local agricultural community. This structure helps maintain high standards for animal welfare and environmental sustainability.