Retailers – Hiland Dairy

Partner With Hiland Dairy

Local Roots with Regional Strength Since 1938

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Fresh, Local Production

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Reliable Distribution

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Category Growth Support

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Local Production, Regional Expertise

Multiple processing plants and distribution centers across the Midwest and South keep products close to your shoppers for fresher dairy and shorter routes.

Built on Trust Since 1938

Sourcing from family farms and holding high standards for quality, safety, and service. Consumers and retailers trust the Hiland name.

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Dairy Punches Above Its Weight!

Info graphic with statistics that demonstrate that dairy products contribute 20% of true store profit, 10% of total store sales, and appear in 87% of large baskets despite being less than 3% of total store SKUs and less than 4% of total retail space.

Source: Inmar WillardBishop Grocery SuperStudy (excludes Rx & liquor)

Proven Category Performance

The dairy case drives more than 20% of store profit while using about 3% of floor space. Hiland turns that into growth with insights, promotions, and dependable distribution.

Innovation That Moves the Category

Protein-forward products aligned to modern nutrition trends


IML packaging for shelf appeal and sustainability


Convenient single-serve and family sizes for every trip


Continuous product development with retailer support

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Beyond our branded portfolio, Hiland offers private label and co-packing for retail and foodservice.

Flexible manufacturing, high standards, and regional distribution ensure speed to market and consistent quality.

Beyond the Shelf – A True Retail Partner

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Category management and sales insights

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In-store merchandising and promotional materials

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Consumer marketing that drives store traffic

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Access to our Image Library for logos and product shots

Sustainability that builds consumer confidence

We produce, process, and deliver dairy in ways that support land, animals, and communities. Efficient operations, renewable energy initiatives, and responsible sourcing help partners meet ESG goals.

Water consumed in manufacturing processes has decreased by 7%
Water intensity per pound of product dropped by 16%
Green house gas emissions have decreased by 4%
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A message from Rick Beaman, President

At Hiland Dairy, our relationships define us. We’re more than a regional dairy brand, we’re your neighbors, your partners, and your biggest supporters in growing the dairy category.

Our employees live and work in the same communities where your customers shop. They take pride in knowing that the products they make every day end up in the stores they visit with their families. That local connection fuels our commitment to quality and service.

Hiland has the scale to serve regional accounts and the flexibility to support regional retailers with the personal attention they deserve.

We’re proud to carry forward a legacy of trust, innovation, and community that began in 1938, and we look forward to building an even stronger future together.

Rick Beaman

President, Hiland Dairy Foods Company

Let’s Grow Together

Get the best of both worlds. Local service with regional strength. Tell us about your needs and timeline.

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