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Products made in: Canada, United States

Website: https://www.agropur.com

Description: Agropur is a dairy cooperative based in Canada. It was founded in 1938 and operates as a cooperative, meaning it is owned by its members, who are dairy producers themselves. The organization is headquartered in Saint-Hubert, a borough of Longueuil, in the province of Quebec. While its administrative and strategic decisions are made in Canada, Agropur has expanded its operations beyond the country over the years, maintaining facilities and partnerships in both Canada and the United States. Despite this international presence, its structure remains rooted in the cooperative model typical of many agricultural sectors in Quebec.

In terms of production, the dairy products sold in Canada are primarily manufactured within Canadian borders. The cooperative operates several plants across different provinces, including Quebec, Ontario, and Alberta. These facilities handle various processes such as milk collection, pasteurization, transformation into cheese, yogurt, butter, and other dairy derivatives. Although some of Agropur’s ingredients or packaging materials may come from outside Canada, the final processing and production of the products available in Canadian grocery stores are largely done domestically.

Agropur markets its products under several brand names in Canada. The most recognized ones include Natrel, which focuses on milk and cream products, and Oka, known for its cheese offerings. These brands are commonly found in supermarkets and are part of the everyday choices for Canadian consumers. There are also other brands under the Agropur umbrella that cater to both retail and food service sectors, but not all are widely known to the general public. While the cooperative’s presence is significant in the Canadian dairy industry, its branding strategy varies depending on region and product category.