Lakeland Dairies is a farmer-owned dairy co-operative rooted in a heritage that spans over a century. With its network of 3,200 family farms across the northern half of the island of Ireland supplying more than two billion litres of fresh milk annually, Lakeland Dairies stands among the largest dairy co-operatives in Europe.
From farm pastures to modern processing facilities, Lakeland Dairies transforms that fresh Irish milk into an extensive portfolio of high-quality dairy products, including foodservice creams, butters, powders, proteins, and dairy fats — supplying ingredients to chefs, manufacturers, and foodservice businesses around the world. Through its Food Ingredients and Foodservice divisions the co-operative offers both standard and bespoke solutions, working with clients to tailor dairy ingredient blends that meet specific market or recipe requirements.
Lakeland Dairies also places strong emphasis on sustainability and long-term environmental stewardship. Its strategic roadmap, called “Pathway to a Better Future,” commits to reducing on-farm and factory emissions, cutting water usage, eliminating non-recyclable plastics and phasing out waste-to-landfill, underlining the co-operative’s dedication to operating responsibly from the farm to the global supply chain.
Serving over 100 countries worldwide with a product range of some 240 dairy items, Lakeland Dairies combines tradition and scale to deliver both everyday consumer dairy goods and industrial-grade dairy ingredients. For foodservice operators, manufacturers, and international distributors seeking traceable, high-volume dairy supply built on decades of expertise, Lakeland Dairies remains a trusted partner — offering quality, consistency, flexibility, and a commitment to sustainability.