Best Cheese Suppliers
Discover a curated selection of premium cheese options, from artisanal varieties to specialty imports, ensuring quality sourcing and diverse applications for your business needs.
CheeseArtisanalDairySpecialtyImports
Shamrock Foods Company
🇺🇸 United States
19225001-10000 peopleManufacturer/Distributor/WholesalerHigh capacity factory
Established brand
Large enterprise group
Own brand
Key customer
ICR
Key market
🇲🇽 Mexico
Description
Shamrock Foods Company is a family-owned and operated manufacturer, distributor, and wholesaler based in Phoenix, US, celebrating over 100 years since its founding in 1922. With 5,001 to 10,000 employees, it is recognized as one of the largest independent foodservice distributors in the West and one of the largest family-owned dairies nationwide. The company operates a family of manufacturing and food distribution entities, specializing in foodservice distribution through Shamrock Foods and dairy product manufacturing via Shamrock Farms. Their extensive product portfolio includes wholesale restaurant food supplies, grocery products, high-quality meats and seafood, fresh produce, premium oils, farm-fresh dairy, frozen foods, foodservice supplies, and equipment. Shamrock Farms has innovated in the dairy sector with products like Rockin’ Protein, a ready-to-drink milk-based protein beverage. They also offer OEM services and distribute various brands including Jensen Foods, Pier 22, Markon, and Four Leaf Coffee. Additionally, Shamrock Foods Company operates Shamrock Foodservice Warehouse stores across the Western US, providing wholesale grocery and restaurant supplies to businesses and individual customers without membership requirements. They serve restaurant, hospitality, and institutional foodservice customers, offering business expertise, culinary advice, and online ordering capabilities.
GranTerre S.p.A.
🇮🇹 Italy
20192001-5000 peopleManufacturer/Wholesaler/DistributorHigh capacity factory
Large enterprise group
Own brand
Multinational enterprise
Key customer
BERTOZZI
Key market
🇺🇸 United States
Description
GranTerre S.p.A. is a premier Italian agri-food group and a leading manufacturer, wholesaler, and distributor of traditional gastronomic excellences. Headquartered in Modena, Italy, the group was formed through the strategic integration of historical entities, including Caseifici GranTerre (formerly Parmareggio) and Salumifici GranTerre (formerly Grandi Salumifici Italiani). The company operates 18 production and logistics plants, employing over 2,800 people with a consolidated turnover of approximately 1.67 billion euros. GranTerre specializes in high-quality cured meats and aged cheeses, holding a significant portfolio of 9 DOP and 6 IGP products. Their extensive product range includes Parmigiano Reggiano, Grana Padano, Prosciutto di Parma, Mortadella Bologna, Speck Alto Adige, and Salame Cacciatore. The group manages a diverse brand portfolio featuring household names such as Casa Modena, Parmareggio, Agriform, Senfter, and Teneroni, alongside innovative snack lines like L’ABC della merenda. As a major international exporter with a strong presence in North America and Europe, GranTerre offers OEM services and maintains rigorous quality standards, evidenced by BRCGS, ISO 14001, and USDA Organic certifications. The company is committed to sustainability and traditional Italian craftsmanship, positioning itself as a global reference point for authentic Italian deli and dairy products.
SmithFoods Inc.
🇺🇸 United States
1909501-1000 peopleManufacturer/Trading Company/WholesalerHigh capacity factory
Established brand
Own brand
OEM manufacturer
Key customer
ALDI
Key market
🇺🇸 United States
Description
SmithFoods Inc. is a fourth-generation family business, established in 1909 in Orrville, Ohio, with over 110 years of experience in the dairy product manufacturing industry. Operating as a manufacturer, trading company, and wholesaler, SmithFoods Inc. employs between 501 and 1,000 people and functions as a contract manufacturer and OEM. The company specializes in a comprehensive range of dairy and non-dairy products, including fluid milk, cream, juices, plant-based beverages (such as almond milk under their Ajoyo brand), sour cream, cottage cheese, ice cream, frozen desserts, dairy mixes, and custom blends. They also offer private label, foodservice, and contract manufacturing opportunities. SmithFoods Inc. operates manufacturing facilities in Orrville, Ohio, Richmond, Indiana, and Pacific, Missouri, and is known for its "farm-to-table freshness," sourcing fresh fluid milk and cream from local Ohio dairy farms. The company sells products under popular brands like Smith's, Ruggles, Artisa, and Ajoyo, and is certified by Quality Chekd. They serve a diverse customer base including grocery chains, mass merchandisers, club stores, convenience stores, schools, and foodservice outlets, with a customer portal available for retailers and business customers.
GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft
🇩🇪 Germany
More than 10000 peopleManufacturer/Service CompanyHigh capacity factory
Large enterprise group
Eco-friendly supplier
Industry association member
Key customer
CLAUGER
Key market
Europe
Description
GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft, headquartered in Düsseldorf, Germany, is one of the world's largest systems suppliers for the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical sectors. As a publicly listed manufacturer and service provider with over 18,000 employees, the company specializes in advanced process technology, machinery, and comprehensive plant solutions. GEA operates as an OEM and maintains extensive manufacturing facilities, delivering high-performance equipment such as centrifugal separators, homogenizers, heat exchangers, and spray dryers.
The company's expertise is particularly prominent in the dairy industry, where it provides end-to-end solutions for milk processing, cheese making, and butter production. Their technical portfolio includes aseptic packaging machinery, membrane filtration systems, and industrial refrigeration units, including ammonia-based chiller technology. Beyond hardware, GEA offers a full suite of services ranging from pilot plant development and process automation to engineering and after-sales support.
Committed to sustainability through its Mission 30 strategy, GEA holds an EcoVadis Platinum rating and focuses on enhancing efficiency in production processes globally. The group serves a diverse range of industries, including chemicals, marine, environment, and the emerging 'new food' sector. With a strong international presence, including significant operations in North America, GEA partners with major global brands like Carlsberg, Barilla, and Arla to deliver optimized, custom-engineered processing and packaging solutions.
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Qingdao Island International Trade Co., LTD
🇨🇳 China
201111-50 peopleTrading Company/Manufacturer/Service Company/DistributorOwn brand
Key customer
JINMU
Key market
🇻🇳 Vietnam
Description
Qingdao Island International Trade Co., LTD, established in 2011, is a trading company, manufacturer, service company, and distributor with headquarters in Qingdao and a branch in Tianjin, China. The company specializes in imported and domestically produced dairy and oil products, serving as a well-known milk powder supplier nationwide. Their extensive product portfolio includes Whole Milk Powder, Skim Milk Powder, Whey Powder, Lactose, Pure Milk, Palm Oil, Butter, Cream, and various Protein Powders. They also offer specialized products such as Feed Substitute Milk Powder, and supply dairy raw materials for the beverage, catering, and animal husbandry industries, including thick milk, cheese, ice cream, and chocolate. Qingdao Island International Trade Co., LTD operates with 11 to 50 employees and has an average annual sales volume of approximately 25,000 tons, with sales exceeding 700 million yuan and an annual revenue of 0.2 billion, 20% of which comes from exports. The company holds FDA and HACCP certifications, ensuring high quality and safety standards. They also export their proprietary brand, Jinmu whole milk powder, and offer contract manufacturing services.
GNASER FRISCHEIPRODUKTIONSGESELLSCHAFT M.B.H.
🇦🇹 Austria
196651-100 peopleManufacturer/WholesalerEstablished brand
OEM manufacturer
Custom packaging
Industry association member
Key customer
BILLA
Key market
🇦🇹 Austria
Description
GNASER FRISCHEIPRODUKTIONSGESELLSCHAFT M.B.H. is an Austrian manufacturer and wholesaler of fresh egg products, founded in 1972 and based in Gnas. With 51 to 100 employees, the company has evolved from a family business with its own laying hens to Austria's largest egg packing station, collaborating with over 200 contract farmers. They specialize in grading, packing, and distributing fresh eggs, including barn, free-range, and organic free-range varieties, utilizing modern sorting and packaging technology. The company ensures rigorous quality control and traceability for all its products, which are certified with the AMA Gütesiegel. Through its sister company, EIVITA Austria KG, GNASER FRISCHEIPRODUKTIONSGESELLSCHAFT M.B.H. also produces dried egg powder and liquid eggs, making it the first such processing plant in Austria. These processed egg products, along with fresh eggs, are supplied to major retailers, the processing industry, and gastronomy sectors. The company is a significant player in the Austrian egg market, covering approximately 20% of the national supply.
BUITEMAN B.V.
🇳🇱 The Netherlands
195811-50 peopleManufacturer/Wholesaler/Trading CompanyEstablished brand
Own brand
OEM manufacturer
Eco-friendly supplier
Key customer
KING OF SWEETS
Key market
Europe
Description
BUITEMAN B.V. is a privately held, family-run manufacturer, wholesaler, and trading company based in Etten-Leur, Netherlands, specializing in the production of savoury biscuits and other durable pastry products. Established in 1958, the company operates with 11-50 employees and has a factory, emphasizing high hygiene and food safety standards. They offer a range of oven-baked savoury snacks, including cheese biscuits like Cheddar Cheese Biscuits and Gruyère Biscuits, as well as kaaskoekjes, zoutjes, and cheese twists, made with high-quality, carefully selected ingredients and traditional recipes. BUITEMAN B.V. provides contract manufacturing, export, and private label services, serving both wholesale and retail sectors. The company holds ISO and SKAL certifications, underscoring its commitment to quality and organic standards. With a focus on B2B requirements, they support efficient procurement processes for bulk buyers and distributors, exporting to various international markets.
RIZZI ENNIO S.A.S. DI RIZZI MORENO E MAURO
🇮🇹 Italy
2001Fewer than 5 peopleManufacturer/Service CompanyEstablished brand
OEM manufacturer
Key customer
MINGAZZINI CALDAIE DI PARMA
Description
RIZZI ENNIO S.A.S. DI RIZZI MORENO E MAURO is an Italian manufacturer and service company based in Cortemaggiore, founded in 2001. With over twenty years of experience, the company specializes in the dairy sector, serving clients from small-scale cheese producers to large industrial enterprises within the national market. They are experts in the custom construction of copper boilers for the dairy industry, used in the production of cheeses such as Grana Padano, Parmigiano Reggiano, and Trentingrana. Additionally, RIZZI ENNIO S.A.S. provides repair and maintenance services for double-bottom steam generators and supplies components for agricultural, livestock, and dairy machinery. Their capabilities extend to offering plants and equipment for dairies and thermal power plants, alongside working with wrought iron components.
IFCEUROPE SALES GMBH
🇩🇪 Germany
200611-50 peopleTrading Company/Distributor/Service Company/OTHEROwn brand
Product customization
Industry association member
Multinational enterprise
Key customer
AUCHAN
Key market
🇩🇪 Germany
Description
IFCEUROPE SALES GMBH is a German-based trading company, distributor, and service provider specializing in the development, sourcing, and distribution of food products. Established in 2006 as AKAD Food GmbH and operating from Kehl, Germany, the company has over 50 years of experience in the international food industry through its historical roots (Pierre Meyer, founded 1956). With 11 to 50 employees, IFCEUROPE SALES GMBH acts as an export office for small and medium-sized food producers and is a sole distributor for various food companies. They offer both private label and branded options, supplying major European retail chains such as Lidl, Auchan, Leclerc, and Casino Saveurs d'Ailleurs. Their core product categories include dairy products like Feta cheese, Halloumi cheese, Greek yogurt, Kefir drinks, and fruit yogurt drinks, as well as edible oils such as olive oil and organic argan oil. Many of their products are organic and hold certifications such as Geschützte Ursprungsbezeichnung (g.U.), EU-Bio-Siegel, Staatliches Bio-Siegel, and the BME Seal of Approval. The company maintains an international presence with offices and operational activities in Germany, France, Switzerland, Denmark, Greece, Georgia, and Morocco, facilitating import and export of food products and offering brokerage services for production facilities.
IRCA S.R.L.
🇮🇹 Italy
19192001-5000 peopleManufacturer/DistributorHigh capacity factory
Established brand
Large enterprise group
Own brand
Key customer
RESO
Key market
🇨🇴 Colombia
Description
IRCA S.R.L. is a global leader and contract manufacturer of high-quality food ingredients, operating since 1919 with a rich Italian heritage. Based in Gallarate, Italy, the company employs over 2,000 people and operates 21 production facilities across Europe, the U.S., and Vietnam. IRCA specializes in a comprehensive portfolio of ingredients for pastry, bakery, gelato, and confectionery professionals, serving customers in over 100 countries. Their product range includes chocolates (essentials, specialties, premium, compounds), creams, pastry solutions (mixes, inclusions, toppings), decorations (chocolate decorations, sprinkles), gelato solutions (bases, variegates, pastes), and fruit solutions (candied fruits, purees, IQF fruits, compotes, jams). The company is certified with ISO 9001, demonstrating its commitment to quality management. IRCA emphasizes innovation, customer-centric development, and offers a "one-stop shop" for professionals, catering to both gourmet channels and food manufacturers with brands like Reno X, Domori, Dobla, JoyGelato, Cesarin, and Ravifruit.
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