Our Story
Our commitment to quality cheese from the Midwest.
CHEESE LIKE A MIDWESTERNER.
Midwesterners don’t bring cheese plates—we bring cheese platters. We’ve got warm personalities and say long goodbyes. We’re humble about our famous recipes and make everything as cheesy as possible, from hot dish to lasagna—even our jokes. That’s why Crystal Farms works to source dairy from the Midwest, so no matter where you are, you can cheese like a Midwesterner. From our family of cheeses to your cheese-loving family.
Humble Beginnings
In the 1920s, Nathan Friedell migrated from Russia and started Nathan’s Produce Company. In the ’30s, Julius Rosenberg also came to America from Russia and started his own egg business.
THE VISION WAS CRYSTAL CLEAR
Through dedication to hard work and quality, both companies thrived and eventually merged in the 1970s – selling eggs, cheese and other dairy products under the Crystal Farms brand. Today, we’re proud to continue that commitment to wholesome, delicious Crystal Farms cheese.
SPREADING THE LOVE.
SPREADING THE CHEESE.
Crystal Farms invests in the future of agriculture by supporting the national FFA organization, and the Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Iowa chapters. Our donations help young people pursue their passion for dairy farming.
Crystal Farms is proud to support the Ronald McDonald House by donating products four times a year for meals and snacks. Our team also lends a hand, volunteering regularly to cook nourishing meals for families staying at the House.
We partner with All Square, a non-profit grilled cheese shop in south Minneapolis, donating nearly all their cheese and butter supply. All Square empowers formerly incarcerated individuals by providing jobs and professional development.
A CULTURE OF COMMITMENT
From starting with high-quality ingredients, to carefully inspecting the finished product, we make sure our products are consistently satisfying. This commitment to quality has been a part of our culture from our humble beginnings to today.