Chobani to build $1 billion yogurt factory in upstate New York, creating 1,000 jobs.
Chobani, a Greek yogurt giant, is taking a bold step to solidify its position as the number one yogurt maker in the U.S. dairy industry. The yogurt company is reportedly considering a new, state-of-the-art, $1 billion yogurt manufacturing facility in upstate New York. The facility is expected to create about 1,000 new jobs, boost the regional economy, and strengthen New York's long-standing ties to the dairy industry. These new opportunities are not only a boon to Chobani's growth, but also a significant step in the revitalization of the Upstate New York manufacturing sector. This project highlights the company's future plans for domestic production and the prosperity of all in the food industry. A New Chapter for Chobani Chobani was founded by Hamdi Ulukaya, and he started it very successfully in 2005 after purchasing an old craft yogurt factory in South Edmeston, New York, with the goal of bringing pure, high-quality Greek yogurt to American stores. An...