Posts by Rhonda Negard

Local cheese lovers and pizza enthusiasts have reason to celebrate as Burnett Dairy unveils its latest venture. The newly acquired establishment, formerly known as “The Den,” nestled adjacent to Grantsburg Fitness & Performance and Grantsburg Inn, will now operate as the Pizza Kitchen for Burnett Dairy. Featuring a quaint retail space catering exclusively to the…

Burnett Dairy Cooperative is delighted to announce its remarkable achievements at the recent World Championship Cheese Contest. The prestigious event showcased the finest cheeses from around the globe, and Burnett Dairy Cooperative emerged as a standout participant. Securing an impressive second place with a score of 99.1 out of 100, Burnett Dairy’s Fancy Brand Aged…

Grantsburg and Ellsworth, Wisconsin. (March 8th 2024) – In a joint statement issued today, the Boards of Directors of Burnett Dairy Cooperative and Ellsworth Creamery Cooperative have declared the conclusion of their ongoing unification discussions. The decision follows a seven-month study in which the boards and leadership toured each cooperative’s facilities in addition to conducting…

Grantsburg, Wisconsin, September 25th , 2023 — Burnett Dairy Cooperative, a trusted name in the dairy industry, is thrilled to introduce three exceptional cheese offerings that are set to elevate any culinary affair. With a commitment to quality and flavor, Burnett Dairy Cooperative proudly presents the Wood River Creamery Triple Pepper, the Wood River Creamery…

In August your Board of Directors approved a comprehensive study examining the synergies and opportunities your Burnett Dairy Cooperative and Ellsworth Cooperative Creamery could gain in potential unification. The management teams of Burnett Dairy Cooperative and Ellsworth Cooperative Creamery have been working diligently to complete the comprehensive study as requested by both Board of Directors.…

Burnett Dairy Cooperative is set to make a significant expansion by venturing into the thriving Duluth market with the introduction of a brand-new Artisan Bistro and retail shop. This strategic move places the Cooperative at the heart of outdoor recreation in Duluth. The development is situated at the base of Spirit Mountain with access to…

Burnett Dairy Cooperative is a proud sponsor of several local County Fairs. Established by dairy farmers in 1896, the farmer-owned Co-op continues to reinforce its commitment to both the agricultural industry and the local community by supporting the work of current and future farmers. “County Fairs are not just about ribbons and prizes; they’re about…

Burnett Dairy Cooperative’s Smoked String Cheese earned first and second place awards in the flavored string cheese category at the 2023 United States Championship Cheese Contest held in Madison, Wisconsin on Feb 21st. Cheesemakers Matt Hoefler & Serene Vogal accepted the awards at the Alliant Energy Center in Madison, WI on April 6th. The Smoked…

In June of last year, the Board of Directors announced Matt Winsand as the new CEO at Burnett Dairy Cooperative, replacing retiring CEO, Dave Gaiser. The transition from Gaiser to Winsand was final as of January 1 of this year. Matt brings a strong agriculture, finance, and business background to the Coop. One of the…

Wood River Creamery Fenugreek – our newest flavor in our Cheddar Gruyere cheese! Have you tried our unique Cheddar Gruyere cheese made with natural fenugreek seeds? The seeds offer an added nuttiness and maple syrup flavor to an already great cheese. We like to pair it with Moscato or nut brown ale for superbly delicious…