By investing in advanced manufacturing infrastructure, the company aims to improve product innovation, strengthen distribution reach, and support long-term growth in the competitive dairy dessert category.
Officials highlighted the investment as part of a broader push to modernize New Zealand’s agricultural economy.
The project will increase the facility’s annual output from 10,000 to 20,000 tons and create approximately 150 new jobs.
The site has taken a big step towards more sustainable, energy-efficient and safer production.
The investment will expand production capacity at the plant and reinforce the company’s long-term commitment to sourcing milk from local farmers.