All Brands Owned by Lactalis Group

What does Lactalis own?
Lactalis owns hundreds of dairy brands across 50 countries. Major brands include President (cheese), Galbani (Italian cheese and dairy), Parmalat (milk and dairy), Stonyfield and Siggi's (U.S. yogurt), Yoplait (licensed from Sodiaal International), Lactel (milk), Bridel (cheese), Itambe (Brazilian dairy), and the Fonterra consumer brands including Anchor, Mainland, and Perfect Italiano. The company also owns dairy ingredients and specialized nutrition businesses.

Is Lactalis publicly traded?
No, Lactalis Group is not publicly traded. The Besnier family privately owns the company through a network of holding companies. Emmanuel Besnier, the founder's grandson, serves as Chairman and CEO. The company publishes annual results but is not required to file detailed public financial disclosures.

Who founded Lactalis?
Lactalis was founded in 1933 by Andre Besnier in Laval, in the Mayenne department of western France. Besnier started with a single cheese-making operation producing Camembert. The company remained a regional French cheese producer for its first three decades before expanding internationally.

Where is Lactalis headquartered?
Lactalis is headquartered in Laval, Mayenne, France. The city in western France has been the company's base since its founding in 1933. Lactalis maintains its global headquarters there while operating approximately 270 production sites across 50 countries.

How many brands does Lactalis own?
Lactalis owns hundreds of dairy brands across 50 countries. The exact count is not publicly disclosed, but the portfolio includes global brands such as President, Galbani, and Parmalat, alongside dozens of regional and local brands. The company's strategy is to maintain local brands rather than consolidating under a single global label.

Who owns Lactalis?
Lactalis is privately owned by the Besnier family, descendants of founder Andre Besnier. Emmanuel Besnier (the founder's grandson) serves as Chairman and CEO. His brothers Jean-Michel and Denis Besnier also hold leadership positions. The family controls the company through holding companies and maintains full strategic control.

What was the Fonterra acquisition?
In April 2026, Lactalis finalized the acquisition of Fonterra's consumer and associated businesses for NZ$5.6 billion (approximately 2.85 billion euros). The deal included brands such as Mainland, Anchor, Perfect Italiano, and Western Star, along with 16 manufacturing facilities in Australia, New Zealand, Sri Lanka, Malaysia, Indonesia, and Saudi Arabia. The acquisition added 4,300 employees to Lactalis.