Ikwileer­li­jkezuivel.nl partners with CONO and Swager

Ikwileerlijkezuivel.nl is joining forces with CONO Kaasmakers and impact investor KlaasJan Swager. This collaboration marks an important step toward a sustainable dairy chain, with special attention to protected nature areas like Natura 2000.

CONO Kaasmakers, a renowned cooperative in the dairy sector, brings years of experience and expertise to the table. Since 2008, their Caring Dairy sustainability program has been supporting dairy farmers in adopting more sustainable practices. For CONO, this partnership also represents a renewed connection with Ommen, the former home of the De Vechtstreek cheese factory. To this day, dairy farmers in the region supply milk to the cooperative. Through this collaboration, both parties are committed to future-proof farming and passing on a healthy natural environment to future generations.

Practical expertise

KlaasJan Swager is joining Ikwileerlijkezuivel.nl in a personal capacity. As the managing director of Foreco and an experienced impact investor, he brings valuable expertise in nature, the environment, and innovation. His background in national politics, with a focus on economics and energy, further strengthens his role in this initiative. Swager’s own experience with Foreco, a leader in sustainable wood processing, serves as a source of inspiration. He aims to use his knowledge and network to help make the dairy chain future-proof and regenerative.

Balance between farming and nature

With this strategic partnership, Ikwileerlijkezuivel.nl, CONO, and KlaasJan Swager aim to build a balanced future together. The focus lies on creating a dairy chain where farmers can operate sustainably, nature is protected, and consumers benefit from fair products. The team in Ommen looks forward to this new chapter with confidence.

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