Hiland Dairy
About Hiland Dairy
Hiland Dairy Foods Company is a regional dairy producer with manufacturing plants and distribution centers across the central United States. Products include milk, ice cream, cottage cheese, dips, and other dairy items. Their NWA distribution center in Fayetteville serves the Northwest Arkansas region.
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Farmer-owned with values of excellence, ethical standards, sustainability, community engagement, and innovation. Committed to high-quality standards, employee welfare, and local partnerships.[3][5]
Company Details
Hiland Dairy, founded in 1938 and headquartered in Springfield, Missouri, maintains a strong presence in Northwest Arkansas with processing plants in Fayetteville, Fort Smith, and Little Rock. The Fayetteville facility at 301 E. 15th St. produces over 1.5 million gallons of milk monthly, along with heavy whipping cream, buttermilk, orange juice, and apple juice, serving the region into Northeast Oklahoma.[1][4]
As a farmer-owned company, Hiland sources milk locally from owner-farmers, ensuring freshness from farm to table in under 48 hours across its 16 plants and 56 distribution centers.[5][7] In NWA, it acquired College Club Dairy in Fayetteville in 1985, integrating local operations while upholding quality standards evidenced by multiple awards.[3]
Hiland matters as an employer in NWA by supporting approximately 500 Arkansas employees, community initiatives like schools and recycling programs, and farmer-focused values that prioritize hard work and ethical practices.[2][5]
Founded
1938
Headquarters
Springfield, Missouri