Curt Alpeter is overseeing operations, retail and wholesale distribution for the Vermont company.

The specialty cheese producer said its Stoughton, Wis., facility allows it to control more of its supply chain.

Emmi Roth is working on offering a variety of new flavored snack cheeses.

Cheesemakers from Europe want to increase their presence in the US.

Opportunities for more products and innovation, as well as greater capacity, drove the acquisition.

The company has found cheddar, Swiss and specialty cheeses like smoked gouda are the most popular.

State of the industry – the persistent demand for cheese.

To meet surging demand, producers of artisan and farmstead cheeses are rolling out new products.

Dairy processors have seen unique flavors trending in the cheese category.

The new 134,000-square-foot space will include conversion and distribution capabilities.