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In rural America, what you do matters
The ability to enact deeply held values -- and have impact -- anchors many in rural places
People
American Connection Project: How co-ops are expanding broadband access
A unique perspective on rural broadband expansion from Director of Rural and Shared Services Jen Tonder
Farmer's story
Land O’Lakes’ partnership honored for scalable supply chain sustainability efforts
The Innovation Center for U.S. Dairy recently announced the 2022 Sustainability Award Winners and Land O’Lakes, Inc. has received the Outstanding Supply Chain Sustainability Award for its work with Bel Brands USA and Boadwine Dairy
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Responsibility
Creating a sustainable future with carbon markets
Jason Weller, President of Truterra, talks about soil carbon markets and how they help address climate change
Business
Butter. But make it a ball.
New Land O Lakes® Butter Balls make cooking at home easier than ever
Responsibility
World Milk Day
World Milk Day is an opportunity to recognize the importance of milk to global nutrition, as well as the contributions the dairy industry makes to create a sustainable future
Responsibility
Our 2021 ESG Report: Building on our longstanding commitment to social responsibility
Driving impact for communities and the planet for a better tomorrow
Business
Happy Cinco de Mayo! What better way to celebrate than with some chips and queso?
Land O’Lakes launches its first retail queso in the Southeast
Responsibility
Fast Company recognizes the American Connection Corps on their annual list of World Changing Ideas
Launched in 2021, the ACC, a pillar of the American Connection Project, builds capacity in communities to get better connected to broadband internet in an increasingly digital world
Responsibility
Purina Recycling Partnership continues to expand
Recycled feed tubs have new life in communities
Business
How data will drive profitable, sustainable farming in 2022
Teddy Bekele, Chief Technology Officer, shares how Land O'Lakes, Inc. is uniquely positioned to help ensure farm data is kept safe and used in actionable ways
People
The future of farming is female
In honor of Women’s History Month, we talked with Sadie Frericks, a Central Minnesota dairy farmer and Land O’Lakes member-owner, about the critical role women play in the future of farming.
Responsibility
Bridging the #DigitalDivide in 2022
How Land O’Lakes leadership in internet expansion is helping communities connect (and prosper) across the U.S.
Responsibility
Fast Company recognizes the American Connection Project on their annual World's 50 Most Innovative Companies list
The American Connection Project focuses on awareness, advocacy and action to close the digital divide and to build strong communities positioned for competitiveness and connection now and in the future
Business
2021: The latest chapter in our 100-year growth story
Our year was defined by more than just the financial results
Responsibility
How this farmer is benefiting from Truterra’s Carbon Program
Kelly Garrett is once again making history as one of the farmers participating in Truterra’s inaugural carbon program
Business
The one thing on our Chief Supply Chain Officer’s holiday wishlist
A Q&A with Yone Dewberry, Chief Supply Chain Officer
Business
How Land O'Lakes is keeping butter on the shelves for your holiday baking
We continue to see pandemic-led supply chain disruptions dominate headlines -- here's how our farmer-owned co-op handles the pressure
Business
Our bread and butter is now cheese
Land O’Lakes finds natural fit in dairy case cheese with 12 new products
Farmer's story
Continuing a century-long mission to benefit the community
How Frontier co-op is bridging the digital divide with broadband access in their communities
Responsibility
What makes us proud to be a co-op? Glad you asked
We know cooperatives create more resilient communities -- we’ve seen it firsthand
Farmer's story
What do you want to be when you grow up?
Land O'Lakes helps make 8-year-old's dream come true with first-ever farm visit
Business
Pumpkin Pie Spice and Maple Me Crazy™ butter spreads return for a limited time
Fall tastes better with butter
Farmer's story
Watch: Land O'Lakes courtyard centerpiece celebrates the past (and future)
It's a celebration of a century of innovation and fostering relationships
Responsibility
What does it mean to be a 'Carbon Cooperative'?
Here's how we're helping farmers maximize profitability through sustainability
Farmer's story
Farmers drive our strength
Dairy Month 2021 means celebrating the farmers whose milk makes our products
Farmer's story
This member co-op upgraded with Airband to connect to the cloud and communities
Co-Alliance Cooperative Inc IT director Troy Hoover shares the co-op’s 20-year evolution of broadband technology — and this "cloud" definitely has a silver lining
Business
Planting the seeds of innovation with our latest spin on butter
LAND O LAKES® Butter Spread with Seeds infuses an old favorite with a unique twist -- and crave-worthy flavor
Responsibility
Celebrating Earth Day with Land O'Lakes
As a farmer-owned co-op, we take this hands-on, co-op model and apply it to some of the most challenging hurdles
People
Heather Anfang reveals Land O'Lakes' superpower
How the century-old cooperative is a surprising innovator in a digitally driven, modern food system
Responsibility
Co-ops connecting America and bridging the digital divide, one grain elevator at a time
Land O’Lakes, Inc. member co-op Sunrise Cooperative CEO, George Secor, shares his passion to bring much-needed broadband connectivity and its impact on customers and the community
Responsibility
Dairy 2025: A sustainability commitment for farmers
New sustainability commitments will keep Land O’Lakes’ farmer-members on the leading edge
Business
Resilient by design: How our co-op showed up in 2020
Our farmer-owned co-op grew earnings in an unprecedented year
Business
What is rural broadband?
Rural broadband is not just a luxury -- it's a lifeline
Responsibility
How America's farmers are helping businesses reduce their carbon footprint
Land O'Lakes and Truterra announce the first-ever farmer-owned carbon marketplace
People
Let the debate begin: Land O'Lakes most popular holiday cookies by region
Peanut butter or chocolate chip -- does your favorite recipe reveal your home state?
Business
6 holiday baking trends in a year like no other
If you’re partaking in one of these non-traditional holiday activities this year, you’re not alone
People
Yes, you can host a successful internship program during a pandemic
What you can learn from what we did to allow our Supply Chain interns to thrive
Business
For those cooped up by COVID-19, interest in backyard chickens is real
Purina expert offers insights around the 'COVID chicks' trend -- and why it's here to stay
Responsibility
How history links emerging Rwandan farmers to a Fortune 200 co-op
The stunning parallels between the rise of co-ops in post-WWI America and how Rwanda's dairy industry is moving the country forward
Business
People sheltering in place have rediscovered baking. Now what?
Land O'Lakes experts share their take and their most popular recipes right now
People
Microsoft alliance update: Bolstering skills for in-demand jobs in the digital age
As part of broader effort to bridge the digital divide, Microsoft is offering resources to help drive an inclusive economic recovery and help 25 million job seekers gain skills for in-demand roles
Responsibility
Poop power: Manure is not a waste anymore
Today's farmers (and our co-op) are working together to transform the ancient practice of upcycling manure
Business
10,000 acres, net zero emissions
Farm-to-Fork partnership introduces more sustainable practices for wheat farmers in Chesapeake Bay
People
The land of opportunity for college students
Global Food Challenge Summer 2021 Internship is open for applications from daring students looking to make an impact
Responsibility
Nutra Blend (and its customers and suppliers) donate $500,000 to feed kids
Key suppliers and customers were all-in. In fact, they are the secret to success
Business
Truterra, the engine set on being the solution to more sustainable agriculture
Jason Weller, VP of Truterra, shares his passion for sustainability and enhancing the resilience of the American farmer
Responsibility
Rural families dealing with mental illness are hurting -- but not alone
Land O’Lakes partners with NAMI on a virtual mental health education Lunch & Learn
Farmer's story
Watch: Making a difference, staying home
Land O'Lakes remote work programs provide opportunities to farmer-members and students
Business
How we're getting butter to your shelves
This is how our farmer-to-fork co-op model is meeting this moment
Responsibility
Rural communities are hungry for change
Supporting the vibrancy of rural America amid COVID-19 (and beyond)
Responsibility
What is sustainability?
Farmers have always been stewards of the earth, and now practicing and improving sustainable practices is more important than ever
Business
What is farmer-to-fork?
It starts with how we were founded -- as a farmer-owned cooperative
Business
What is ag tech?
Ag tech refers to the use of technology -- especially software, machine learning and data -- to optimize food production
Business
Building a better food system (naturally)
New Purina Animal Nutrition formula embraces a food future that relies on fewer antibiotics and addresses consumer concerns
Farmer's story
Keep the family farm running: Digest manure and recycle food waste
How technology and sustainability lured the the next generation back to Reinford Farms
People
There's a talent gold rush on modern agricultural careers
State-of-the-art labs at the WinField United Innovation Center are a peek into an escalating arms race
Business
Making every drop of milk count
How do we manage the complexity of a 365-day milk supply? The magic is in the co-op model.
Responsibility
Totally TUB-ular: Purina's circular economy in action
Used feed tubs are recycled into eco-friendly solutions that give back to the community
Responsibility
Hearts of golden cheese
Our First Run program has made more than 100 donations
Business
Kozy Shack Pudding's history is a peek into American history
This story is the essence of the American Dream
People
There is a secret to creating delicious, nutritious kid-friendly recipes
Land O'Lakes experts, industry partners and foodservice professionals taste, test and develop new recipes
People
The new butter emoji: A definitive list of best uses
Nearly 100 years ago Land O’Lakes sold the first butter stick. And finally, there's a butter emoji
Farmer's story
The lone farmer
From floppy disks and no power steering to the absolute cutting edge of ag tech
Business
WinField United's key to success? Its ownership.
WinField United has troves of data to help farmers make the right decisions and mitigate risk, but their most valuable resource can’t be replicated: local expertise. Brett Bruggeman explains.
Responsibility
Humanity's role in the ecosystem: It's complicated
Rethinking our roles in shaping a future of food that is sustainable, resilient and diverse is crucial
Business
Building a cutting-edge supply chain for a cutting-edge co-op
Yone Dewberry shares how science -- and the co-op spirit -- work together in our modern supply chain
People
Investing in the next generation of talent at WinField United
The future of agriculture depends on cultivating excellence
Business
Hay just might be the future of farming
Alfalfa's formula for success: Science, technology and time
People
Turning data to insights and delivering real-world solutions to the farmer
Teddy Bekele explains how tech, people and our member-owners work together in the digital age of agriculture
Responsibility
Introducing Land O'Lakes Venture37
Building global prosperity through agriculture for nearly 40 years
Business
Wind tunnels: Jets, bullet trains, race cars and...spray dynamics
Winfield United is putting cutting-edge science to work for the farmer (and the planet)
Responsibility
Here's how cooperatives are transforming gender equality
Land O'Lakes International Development is tackling gender inequity in the fields, offices and homes in Rwanda
Business
Celebrating 125 years of Purina Animal Nutrition
With 125 years of innovation history, Purina seeks to solve next generation of animal owners’ biggest challenges
Responsibility
A rare sustainability achievement
Land O'Lakes, Inc.'s new headquarters building awarded a Platinum LEED certification for sustainability achievement
People
Let's talk about WinField United Canada
Greg McDonald shares how global products and services meet local insights in Saskatchewan
People
Bot Shot: From farm to free throw
What do basketball and agriculture have in common? A future rooted in data, technology and performance
Responsibility
Land O'Lakes at SXSW: We're all part of The Copernicus Project now
The one-of-a-kind activation grabbed minds (and headlines)
Responsibility
We're not the center of the universe
So we're challenging beliefs about how our food systems should be at South by Southwest
Responsibility
From the archives: The 10-billion person question
Science can save the world (but only if we let it)
Business
From the archives: We are a power player in the exotic animal feed business
Here are five (much) lesser-known animals our Mazuri business helps feed
Farmer's story
Pete Kappelman: Farming is a big responsibility
Longtime Land O'Lakes board chairman reflects on work on and off the farm
Business
From the archives: Robots are transforming agriculture
How a Purina facility is embracing automation technology to feed human progress
Business
From the archives: Farming is evolving, and these living laboratories are just the beginning
We're celebrating 20 years of crop insights, agronomic research and helping farmers feed human progress with the Answer Plot
®
program
Farmer's story
From the archives: Yes. You can still innovate with milk and chocolate
Hershey's supplier of the year: Land O'Lakes
People
From the archives: A beginner guide to artisan cheese
Vermont Creamery is a pioneer in the artisan cheese movement, using unique, high-quality ingredients in their award-winning products
People
From the archives: Who makes curling ice at the Winter Olympics?
WinField United senior warehouse operator by day, assistant head ice technician for USA Curling by night (and weekends)
Farmer's story
From the archives: A Farm Bowl to remember
JJ Nunes and Stefon Diggs edge out competition to become Land O'Lakes Farm Bowl champions
People
From the archives: How we embody the future of workplace diversity and inclusion
Philomena Morrissey Satre looks to bring ambition and realism to diversity in the Land O'Lakes workplace
Business
From the archives: Taking the next steps in the WinField United merger
As consolidation rocks agriculture, we're investing in agronomic leadership
Business
From the archives: Introducing WinField® United
A year of merger, a new brand, a new crop year
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