2026 Gift Box Catalog
The best gifts have a story to tell, and ours begins right here in Wisconsin. Bring a little Wisconsin tradition to the table with a gift that’s made to be shared, enjoyed, and talked about. From bold new cheese curd flavors to award-winning cheeses and local favorites, our gift boxes are filled with delicious discoveries. […]
Spectrum News Feature
In honor of America’s 250th, we featured in a segment for Spectrum News. Tune in around the 55-minute mark to get a glimpse into the cheesemaking process!
The Legacy of Dean Hines
51 years at one job is almost impossible to comprehend. Most people don’t stay in the same job for 51 years. Honestly, most people don’t even stay in the same town that long anymore. We live in a world that moves fast, one where people are constantly looking for and chasing what’s next, so there’s something special about someone who chooses to dedicate over […]
June Dairy Month: Curds, Community, and Celebration
There’s so much to celebrate during June Dairy Month! From community events and farm breakfasts to festivals and cheese curd fun, we’re excited to spend the month connecting with the communities we serve and celebrating the dairy industry together. Take a look at the events below and mark your calendar!
Chase the Squeak: The Story behind our famous Cheese Curds
If you grew up in the Midwest, you probably heard the term “squeaky cheese” long before you had any idea why it squeaked. Around here, cheese curds aren’t just a random snack, they’re practically a cultural experience. And yes, that glorious squeak between your teeth is all a part of the fun. It’s a sound that tells you what you’re tasting is fresh, local and crafted with care. While the squeak gets […]
What is a cooperative and why does it matter?
Last week, we had our 115th Annual Meeting here at Ellsworth. I’m not exactly sure what most companies’ annual meetings look like… but I have a hard time believing they look like this; A event space filled with 180 farmers, some with their spouses, some with their kids. All sitting together, paying close attention to […]
Hauling Milk in the Heartland: The Legacy of Arens Trucking
Last month I had the opportunity to catch up with one of our legendary and dedicated milk haulers, Jeff Arens, whose family has been hauling milk since 1938. That’s right, four generations of Arens milk haulers, showing up every single day for nearly nine decades. Jeff’s great-grandfather, Otto Arens, started Arens Trucking in 1938. Since then, the Arens family has hauled milk for roughly 42,000 consecutive days! […]
Ellsworth Habanero Ghost Pepper Jack Cheese: A Flavor-FULL Favorite with Award-Winning Heat
When a cheese keeps winning awards, it’s usually for one of two reasons: flavor or craft. Ours wins both. This year, our Habanero Ghost Pepper Jack Cheese took home 1st Place – Chairman’s Award at the National Milk Producers Federation competition, just the latest in a long line of honors for a cheese that refuses […]
The Ultimate Cheese Challenge Returns: Which Cheese Will Reign Supreme?
It’s that time of year again—the battle of the cheeses is back! For the next four weeks, we’re putting our top cheese curd flavors against our best block cheeses in a friendly (but fierce) competition. Will the squeaky, snackable curds hold onto their crown, or will the rich and creamy block cheeses claim victory this […]
Art Meets Agriculture: Recycled Steel Sculptures at Ellsworth Creamery
On Monday, we hosted a special “twine cutting” ceremony to celebrate the installation of three unique, life-size cow sculptures. These remarkable pieces, created by UW-Stout students from recycled stainless steel, stand proudly outside the Menomonie retail location. The sculptures are a stunning blend of artistry, sustainability, and craftsmanship, symbolizing the Creamery’s agricultural roots. This collaboration […]
