VISALIA, Calif. — October 28, 2024 — California Dairies, Inc. (CDI) today announced it will cease operations at its Los Banos, California manufacturing facility, effective immediately. The entire facility will close, affecting approximately 38 employees.

“Closing the Los Banos plant was a difficult decision, one that was not made lightly,” said Brad Anderson, president and chief executive officer. “This decision was driven by the evolving dynamics of the marketplace and shifting milk supplies. We value the contributions of our dedicated employees in Los Banos and recognize the impact this has on them and the community. We are committed to supporting them through this transition. The Los Banos plant and its employees will hold a special place in our company’s history.”

The Los Banos facility will cease operations immediately and will enter a period of shutdown. CDI will be working closely with impacted employees to assist them with this transition.

The Los Banos manufacturing facility has been in operation since 1925. It was first operated as part of San Joaquin Valley Dairymen, before merging with Danish Creamery and California Milk Producers in 1999 to become California Dairies, Inc. CDI continues to have a significant presence, not only in California, but throughout the United States and internationally.