Land O'Lakes, Inc. is a member-owned agricultural cooperative providing animal nutrition, crop inputs, and dairy products. It operates across the U.S. and globally, supporting farmers, retailers, and consumers through a unified business model.
Land O'Lakes, Inc. is a prominent member-owned agricultural cooperative based in Arden Hills, Minnesota, with a history spanning over 100 years. It operates through four primary business units: Animal Nutrition, Crop Inputs, Dairy Foods, and Truterra. These divisions leverage a vast network of farmers, ag retailers, and dairy producers to manage operations ranging from agricultural production to consumer food manufacturing. The company is structured as a cooperative where member-owners elect a board of directors to oversee business objectives and financial policies. Its operations span all 50 U.S. states and more than 60 countries, integrating expertise across the agricultural supply chain to provide data-driven products, nutritional programs, and agronomic insights.
This cooperative model enables the company to connect farmers and retailers with consumers while addressing broader food system challenges. By managing 13 billion pounds of milk annually and influencing approximately 50% of harvested acres in the United States, Land O'Lakes provides essential inputs and services that support farm productivity and rural economic stability. The company maintains a strong commitment to community development and philanthropy, channeling investments into education, hunger relief, and sustainable agricultural programs. Through this integrated approach, Land O'Lakes delivers high-quality products to consumers and professionals while ensuring that the success of its members, employees, and rural communities remains centrally connected to its operational impact.