Chobani, the popular yogurt maker, is investing $500 million in expanding its production capacity at its Twin Falls, Idaho facility by 50%. This expansion project is expected to add 500,000 square feet of space and create at least 160 new jobs. Once completed, the Twin Falls plant will span 1.6 million square feet and house 24 production lines.
The Idaho facility, which produces yogurt, oat milk, and coffee creamers, was originally opened in 2012. Chobani previously invested $100 million in expanding the Twin Falls location in 2016, followed by a 70,000-square-foot addition the next year for research and development and an innovation center.
As the demand for Chobani products continues to grow, the company is committed to ensuring it has the production capacity to meet consumer needs. The expansion plan will enable the Twin Falls facility to triple its milk consumption.
Known for its Greek yogurts, Chobani has been expanding its product offerings to drive sales and cater to evolving consumer preferences. The company introduced more high-protein items and Chobani Creations, a dessert-inspired Greek yogurt. Additionally, Chobani has ventured into oat milk and creamers to diversify its portfolio.
Chobani is just one of several consumer packaged goods companies that have announced facility expansions or new plant constructions to meet the rising demand for their products. Other companies such as PepsiCo, Nestlé, J.M. Smucker, and Ingredion have also undertaken similar projects in recent years to keep up with consumer demand for food, beverages, and ingredients.
