Skip to Content
Saputo A Family Heritage

2000-2004 History

2000

2000

European-style cheeses join Saputo's portfolio

Saputo acquired Cayer-JCB Group Inc., a Québec-based producer of European-style cheeses.

2001

2001

Saputo expands into Western Canada

Saputo became the number one player in the Canadian milk processing industry through its acquisition of Dairyworld Foods. 
2003

2003

Saputo acquires blue cheese brands

Saputo became the leader in blue cheese production for the USA retail segment through the acquisition of operations related to the Treasure Cave and Nauvoo blue cheese brands. 
2003

2003

Saputo moves into Argentina

Saputo expanded beyond North America through the acquisition of Molfino Hermanos S.A., Argentina’s third largest milk processor.
2003

2003

Saputo appoints new CEO: A family tradition continues

Following the Board's selection process amongst various candidates, Emanuele (Lino) Saputo announced his son, Lino A. Saputo, would succeed him as President and Chief Executive Officer. He would continue on as Chair of the Board.
2004

2004

50 years of Saputo

Owing to the efforts of its founding members, Saputo celebrated 50 years of growth, passion and craftsmanship.

© Saputo Inc. All right reserved.

Saputo produces, markets, and distributes a wide array of dairy products of the utmost quality, including cheese, fluid milk, extended shelf-life milk and cream products, cultured products and dairy ingredients.