V&V Supremo® Foods, the nation’s oldest family-owned producer of authentic Mexican cheese, chorizo and cremas, has purchased 39 acres in the Jefferson County Food & Beverage Innovation Campus. This latest investment marks the full build-out of the site and strengthens Jefferson County’s position as a premier hub for food and beverage manufacturing and innovation.
Founded in 1964 and headquartered in Chicago, V&V Supremo Foods is renowned for its award-winning Chihuahua® Brand cheese and its deep commitment to quality, tradition and innovation. The company plans to construct a new state-of-the-art production facility in Jefferson to support its continued growth and expand its national distribution footprint.
The company will be the third tenant of the Campus, joining Kikkoman Foods, the world’s leading manufacturer of soy sauce, and Finnish food-biotech firm Onego Bio, which produces Bioalbumen®, an animal-free egg protein.
“Jefferson County is becoming one of the Midwest’s leading centers for food and beverage innovation and the momentum is only accelerating,” said Deb Reinbold, president of Thrive Economic Development. “Companies from around the world are choosing the county because they see what we see: a skilled workforce, a central location and a community fully committed to helping businesses succeed.”
City leaders view V&V Supremo Foods’ investment as a significant step forward for local job creation and long-term growth.
“This project represents another exciting chapter for the City of Jefferson,” said Mayor Dale Oppermann. “Our community has invested in the right infrastructure and partnerships to support high-quality manufacturing growth. We are proud to welcome another innovative company to the Campus.”
The FAB Innovation Campus was developed to meet the growing demand for quality sites capable of supporting world-class food and beverage production. With reliable utilities, exceptional access to transportation corridors and strong workforce pipelines, the Campus has become a magnet for companies seeking long-term stability and room to grow.
“The Food & Beverage Innovation Campus is a testament to what can happen when a county invests in vision, collaboration and site readiness,” said Michael Luckey, Jefferson County Administrator.