The Dairy Farmers of America (DFA) cooperative in the US has revealed plans to close its St. Albans facility in the state of Vermont.
DFA said in a statement that the St. Albans Creamery is due to shutter its doors on 17 August, affecting around 80 workers.
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Production at the adjacent plant at St. Albans has currently been halted ahead of the creamery closure, the company said.
“We are grateful to this team for their hard work and dedication, and this decision is not a reflection of their performance,” DFA added.
“DFA is committed to supporting those impacted with resources and additional support services during this time. Both the plant and store have been foundational parts of the St. Albans community for generations. We know this news is difficult for our employees, their families, and the broader Vermont community.”
Milk processed at the St. Albans site will be transferred within DFA’s network, although the locations were not identified in the statement.
“This was not a decision made lightly and reflects broader operational and network changes needed to best serve our farmer-owners and customers,” DFA said. “We recognise the deep local connections to these operations.”
