Our cooperative
The CONO Kaasmakers cooperative has existed for 120 years. Our cooperative of dairy farmers has become a leader in animal welfare, sustainability and the tastiest cheese! At CONO it all starts with the cooperation between cows, farmers and cheese makers. The fact that together we strive for the highest quality and have respect and attention for each other is what connects us. Together we achieve more than each of us can achieve on our own. That is what we continue to invest in. Together we go for positive for future generations, doing everything we can to pass on our world in a positive way to the next generation.
Management & Supervisory Board
The Board consists of eight dairy farmers from the cooperative and determines the policy of CONO Kaasmakers. The Supervisory Board consists of five cattle farmers and two external supervisory directors. These Supervisory Directors supervise the Board's policy and give advice.
Our Cheese Factory
The CONO cheese factory is located in the Beemster polder. And has been called 'De Tijd' since 1929. With this name we make a promise: with the cheese factory we will contribute to a better world in a way that fits our origin and identity. We remain true to our traditions from the past, such as stirring the curds by hand and natural ripening.
'De Tijd' is climate neutral certified by Anthesis (Climate Neutral Group). We continue to make cheese the traditional way but with the most modern, sustainable equipment and techniques.
Management
Jerry Griep has been general manager of CONO Kaasmakers since July 2023. With his passion for quality, sustainability and cooperation, he is at the helm of our cooperative. Jerry works every day to strengthen the connection between our livestock farmers, employees, customers and consumers, with the goal of achieving the very best results together. Together with our dairy farmers and cheese makers, focus on the quality of the milk and cheese and therefore a fair milk price.
Under his leadership CONO Kaasmakers remains true to its rich history, while at the same time we build a future in which craftsmanship, innovation and sustainability go hand in hand. Jerry believes in the power of cooperation: together we make the tastiest cheese, a fair price for our farmers and a positive impact on people, animals and nature.
Our history
In the Beemster Polder, between the cows, stands the cheese dairy where cheese is still made the same way it was 120 years ago.
Court supplier by order
In June 2001, Her Majesty the Queen Beatrix granted CONO Kaasmakers the right to carry the designation "By Royal Order Purveyor to the Royal Household. This honor only comes to companies that are at least 100 years old and have an exceptional track record.