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Appleton team receiving FOE incentive

Appleton Team Honored for Energy Excellence

October 21, 2025

On October 17, Foremost Farms’ Appleton facility was awarded a Focus on Energy (FOE) incentive check totaling $261,563 – recognizing their outstanding commitment to energy efficiency and sustainability.

Putting People First: A Spotlight on Foremost Farms’ Benefits Program Manager

September 30, 2025

At Foremost Farms, our Human Resources department plays a pivotal role in designing and delivering benefits that go beyond the basics, helping employees achieve wellness, work-life balance, and peace of mind. With a deep understanding of both policy and people, Lisa Reimer bridges the gap between corporate strategy and human needs, making sure the benefits offered truly serve the Foremost Farms team.

Employees Represent Foremost Farms at Women in Manufacturing Event

September 8, 2025

Foremost Farms is proud to spotlight recent contributions to the manufacturing industry on behalf of the cooperative, as two of our talented employees led a learning session at the Women in Manufacturing (WiM) event at UW-Madison’s College of Engineering.

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Greg Schlafer

Growth Mindset: The Key to Resilience and Continuous Improvement

April 2, 2024

In the dairy industry, uncertainty is a constant; so fostering a growth mindset and prioritizing learning and leadership development have been essential to continuous improvement at Foremost Farms, a major dairy manufacturing business and member cooperative.

Co-op, Industry and Member News

Foremost Farms Attends Madison’s Cheese Fair Off the Square

October 14, 2025

Foremost Farms joined skilled cheesemakers from across Wisconsin to showcase their products at Madison’s annual Cheese Fair Off the Square, raising hundreds for their Charitable Foundation.

Patty Elsbernd milking cow

A day in the life of the Elsbernds

September 12, 2025

Aug. 12 brought a rare occurrence to Foremost Farms member, Elsbernd family dairy farm, as two vacations occurred simultaneously, leaving the matriarch of the farm, Patty Elsbernd, taking care of the farm and being what she describes as “large and in charge.”

Tim Rauen of GenoSource

Tim Rauen Recognized as Holstein Association USA’s 2025 Distinguished Young Holstein Breeder

July 16, 2025

Holstein Association USA is pleased to recognize Tim Rauen of Epworth, Iowa as this year’s Distinguished Young Holstein Breeder.

Market Corner

march market corner

Employee Highlights

Appleton team receiving FOE incentive

Appleton Team Honored for Energy Excellence

October 21, 2025

On October 17, Foremost Farms’ Appleton facility was awarded a Focus on Energy (FOE) incentive check totaling $261,563 – recognizing their outstanding commitment to energy efficiency and sustainability.

Putting People First: A Spotlight on Foremost Farms’ Benefits Program Manager

September 30, 2025

At Foremost Farms, our Human Resources department plays a pivotal role in designing and delivering benefits that go beyond the basics, helping employees achieve wellness, work-life balance, and peace of mind. With a deep understanding of both policy and people, Lisa Reimer bridges the gap between corporate strategy and human needs, making sure the benefits offered truly serve the Foremost Farms team.

Employees Represent Foremost Farms at Women in Manufacturing Event

September 8, 2025

Foremost Farms is proud to spotlight recent contributions to the manufacturing industry on behalf of the cooperative, as two of our talented employees led a learning session at the Women in Manufacturing (WiM) event at UW-Madison’s College of Engineering.

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