Piracanjuba Group, Complem partner to operate dairy plant

BRAZIL – The Piracanjuba Group and the Mixed Cooperative of Milk Producers of Morrinhos (Complem) have announced a strategic partnership to operate the dairy unit.

The initiative will be made possible through the leasing of industrial milk production assets and the Compleite brand, a traditional brand from Goiás with more than 40 years of history.

As a result, Complem’s dairy unit will be operated exclusively by the Piracanjuba Group, while the cooperative will continue to operate normally in its other activities, such as grains, milk collection, animal nutrition, agricultural stores, supermarkets and other services to cooperative members.

“This partnership brings together two institutions that have built stories of credibility, quality and commitment to the development of Goiás. For the Piracanjuba Group, it represents another step in our growth strategy, expanding production capacity and reinforcing the commitment to bring quality products to an increasing number of consumers“, said Luiz Claudio Lorenzo, president of the Piracanjuba Group.

On the other hand, Complem gains focus to continue its growth focused on all other activities of the cooperative, adding value to its members.

The conclusion of the transaction is subject to the approval of the Administrative Council for Economic Defense (CADE). Until the body makes a definitive decision, the institutions will continue to act autonomously and independently.

Grupo Piracanjuba expands Brazilian dairy footprint with new processing hub

Recently, the company inaugurated its newest industrial unit in São Jorge D’Oeste, Paraná, solidifying its status as a titan of the Brazilian dairy industry.

This state-of-the-art facility represents a major leap in production capacity, engineered to process a staggering 1.2 million litres of milk per day.

In this first stage, production will be focused on butter and cheese, with expansion planned for higher value-added ingredients, such as whey protein, lactose powder and cottage cheese.

The movement gains relevance in the face of Brazil’s dependence on imports — currently, 54% of whey protein concentrate consumption and 67% of lactose are imported.

With about 250 initial direct jobs, the unit was designed with a focus on efficiency and sustainability, including water reuse and biogas use. The investment reinforces the company’s national expansion strategy and diversification of the company’s portfolio.

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