The success story of the Sonnenalm dairy farm: Tradition, sustainability and modern agriculture united in a unique cooperative
The Sonnenalm dairy cooperative, a farmer-run operation, was founded almost 30 years ago in the municipality of Klein St. Paul in Carinthia . The cooperative processes milk from 12 cattle farms and two goat farms , marketing it throughout Carinthia and neighboring regions via various channels. The processing plant also features a dairy experience center , a cheese-making school offering courses on milk processing , and a strong emphasis on experiencing sustainable agriculture and food production firsthand.
In the podcast, Dr. Andreas Steinwidder speaks with Hannes Zechner, managing director, farmer, and chairman of the cooperative. You'll learn valuable insights into setting up a dairy farm, the challenges and strengths of the cooperative, key partners, the importance of family farms within the community, and changing customer demands. Tune in!
If you are interested in these topics or would like to learn more, we cordially invite you to listen to our podcast.
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