History
The history of Vorarlberg Milk is the result of the concerted efforts which have made it possible to mutually produce and serve its market!
1940
The `Grossmolkerei` Dornbirn (Gromo) is founded.
1974
The Dairy plant `Milchhof Oberland` comes into being from the amalgamation of the Bludenz and Feldkirch Dairies. Both concerns had already amalgamated approximately 20 local dairies.
1976
The Rankweil Dairy Co-operative becomes affiliated to the `Milchhof Oberland`.
1980
Gromo takes over the Bregenz Dairy, with the result it provides 60% of Vorarlbergers with milk products.
1993
Gromo and Milchhof Oberland merge to form Vorarlberg Milch in order to meet the challenges provided by the market.
1994 - 1995
The EEA brings the opening of the milk market. Full EU accession; Development of the “Ländle” quality brand and implementation of a 19 million euro investment program.
1999
Ceremonial opening of the new plant in Feldkirch.
2004 / 2009
2004
Commissioning of `Tetra Top` Austria`s most modern packaging facility for milk products.
2009
Completion of the extension to the Feldkirch plant and commissioning of Austria´s first `Tetra Top OSO` packaging facility in Austria.
2010
Buying a new packaging plant for equalized pieces of cheese.
2011
Commissioning of the new cheese dairy.
2013
Installation of the new pot trays - Schulenburg method.
2014
Rebuilding V-Milch Lädele and warehouse place.
2016
The RO-machine for whey concentration is installed.
2017 - 2019
The "generation project" includes a new cheese cellar, cheese packaging and high-bay warehouse and was successfully put into operation at the end of 2019. "The generation project is a milestone in the development of Vorarlberg Milch and a very clear commitment to the Vorarlberg dairy industry." says CEO Raimund Wachter.
Today `Laendle Milk` is the most popular and best known food brand in Vorarlberg.