Wisconsin’s identity has long been intertwined with dairy. The milk produced here and the cheeses that have become synonymous with our state are more than agricultural products; they are a cornerstone of our economy, our culture and our state’s fascinating story. In 1910, a group of Pierce County farmers made a decision that would shape that story for generations. They joined together to form the Ellsworth Cooperative Creamery. More than 115 years later, the scale of the operation has grown dramatically, yet its purpose remains the same. Just under 200 dairy farms now deliver roughly two million pounds of milk to the creamery every day. Each load reflects early mornings, long days and generations of knowledge passed down from farmer to farmer. These are not anonymous suppliers; they are owners, neighbors and stewards of the land whose livelihoods are directly tied to the creamery`s success....
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