Prairie Farms Closes Two Cheese-Making Facilities in Wisconsin
Illinois-based dairy cooperative Prairie Farms is closing two cheese-making facilities in Shullsburg, Wisconsin—Shullsburg Creamery and White Hill Cheese. The closures will eliminate a total of 97 jobs as the company reevaluates its long-term manufacturing strategy to improve efficiency and support growth. The affected operations have been part of Wisconsin's dairy industry for decades and produce popular cheeses such as cheddar, Colby Jack, Monterey Jack, Swiss, and flavored curds. Prairie Farms emphasized that these decisions followed a strategic review aimed at optimizing the company’s production network without disrupting supply to customers or affecting retail operations in Shullsburg. The closures are part of broader industry trends where companies streamline manufacturing processes amid shifting market demands.