Bleskensgraaf, Netherlands
Zuivelfabriek de Graafstroom
Naturally matured Gouda cheese producer in the Green Heart of the Netherlands, crafting premium cheese with character for retail and B2B clients.
De Graafstroom is a premium cheese manufacturer located in Bleskensgraaf, Netherlands, producing naturally matured Goudse kaas with traditional craftsmanship combined with modern production techniques. The company is owned by Deltamilk, a dairy cooperative of 200 member farmers who supply fresh milk daily. With 100 employees and production capacity of 45 million kilos per year, De Graafstroom serves both retail and B2B customers with customized cheese products that reflect their brand identity.
The company emphasizes quality, reliability, and sustainability throughout its supply chain. Its cheese has won multiple prestigious international awards including the Global Cheese Awards (2024 Global Champion Award for the second consecutive year), World Cheese Awards, and Superior Taste Awards. De Graafstroom holds numerous certifications including IFS, FSSC 22000, Halal certification, GMP+, Weidemilch, BeterVoor, and PlanetProof, demonstrating its commitment to food safety and sustainability standards.
Founded in 1908 by 15 local farmers, De Graafstroom operates with three core values: Entrepreneurship (embedded in DNA from farmers to employees), Craftsmanship (combining traditional recipes with modern techniques), and Stewardship (focused on natural and sustainable solutions). The company converted all recipes to microbial rennet in 2021 for vegetarian production and implemented a heat pump (Helios) in 2023 to reduce gas consumption and CO2 emissions. De Graafstroom Doet, the company's foundation, supports regional social initiatives.
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