Schreiber Foods invests US$133M in its USA facility

USA – Schreiber Foods has announced a US$132.9 million expansion of its dairy processing facility in Shippensburg, Pennsylvania, a move expected to strengthen the region’s dairy economy.

With this investment, Schreiber Foods will expand its current facility in Shippensburg through new production lines, increasing their capacity for yogurt processing.

Once complete, the expansion will enable the facility to process an additional 109,000 pounds of milk per day. 

The project is designed to increase processing capabilities while creating new employment opportunities in the area.

Local officials and industry representatives view the expansion as a significant boost for the regional dairy supply chain, providing additional demand for milk produced by Pennsylvania dairy farms.

The expansion will also generate new jobs in the Shippensburg community, supporting economic development in Cumberland County.

Public officials highlighted the project as an example of how strategic investments in food processing can stimulate rural economies while supporting agricultural production.

Additionally, Schreiber Foods received a funding proposal from Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) for a US$1 million Pennsylvania First Program grant, which connects businesses with trained workers, and was coordinated by BusinessPA.

“This investment from Schreiber Foods will help boost our economic competitiveness, create good-paying jobs, and support the dairy industry across the Commonwealth,” said DCED Secretary Rick Siger.

“Manufacturing and agriculture have long been two of Pennsylvania’s most important industries, which is why they’re central to our ten-year Economic Development Strategy. Our strong business climate is perfect for companies like Schreiber Foods that are ready to grow and thrive in Pennsylvania.”

Based in the United States, Schreiber Foods is a customer-brand leader in cream cheese, natural cheese, process cheese, beverages, and yogurt, with more than 10,500 global employees. The company works closely with Pennsylvania dairies and dairy co-ops to source its milk from various Commonwealth dairies. 

“Schreiber has been a proud member of the Shippensburg community for more than two decades,” said Trevor Farrell, President of Schreiber Foods. 

“This expansion reinforces our long-term commitment to this area, and we look forward to many more years of growth and partnership.”

In a typical month, Schreiber has the capacity to source its milk from 165 farms across 11 counties in Southcentral and Southeastern Pennsylvania.

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