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Upstate Niagara is a cooperative of dairy farmers from Upstate New York. Our family of local farmers is passionate about creating the very best dairy products using only the freshest ingredients. Our farmers’ dedication to superior quality and exceptional taste makes our dairy different.

Our family of brands include Upstate Farms, Bison Dip, Intense Milks and Crave.

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BILLS AND UPSTATE NIAGARA RENEW PARTNERSHIP

May 1, 2013 

Hannah Buehler

 

The Buffalo Bills today announced a partnership with Upstate Niagara, a dairy food and beverage cooperative featuring Bison Dip and Intense Milk.  As part of the agreement, Bison Dip will become the Official Dip of the Buffalo Bills, while Intense Milk becomes the Official Milk of the Buffalo Bills.

 

The Bills and Upstate Niagara are launching several new year-long marketing and promotional initiatives that will look to expand the marketing footprint of Bison Dip, Intense Milk and the Bills throughout the Western New York community. Some of the new programming includes activation surrounding the Draft, presence at local high school football games and the resurrection of the “Bison Patrol” on game day.

 

“Upstate Niagara has been a tremendous partner throughout the years and this renewed agreement will give Bills fans even more of a reason to celebrate,” said Bruce Popko, Bills Senior Vice President of Business Development. 

 

This fall, Buffalo Bills reporter Hannah Buehler will be live on-site at five local area high school football games for “Intense Milk’s High School Football Game of the Week.” Hannah will be encouraging fans to use social media during the games while also tweeting updates from each game. Upstate Niagara will also give away one pair of tickets to an upcoming Bills home game at Ralph Wilson Stadium.

 

"We're excited to again be working with the Bills," said Mark Serling, Upstate Niagara Senior Director of Direct Sales and Marketing. "There's nothing like being part of Buffalo's football tradition and the Western New York community."

 

Upstate Niagara will also be included in various social media campaigns: gameday experience packages, a post-game press conference experience and a fan appreciation experience.

 

http://www.buffalobills.com/news/article-1/Bills-and-Upstate-Niagara-renew-partnership/27e5f4e2-aaa2-474d-bb24-eb3ac10e7ec4 

 

 

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INTENSE MILKS LAUNCHES WINTER OF FUN SKI RESORT DISCOUNT PROGRAM  

January 23, 2013


BUFFALO, NY – Intense Milks continues its Winter of Fun program this season by offering deep discounts at New York State ski resorts from Western New York to the Capital Region. For the price of a single-serve Intense Milk, skiers and snowboarders can save more than $15 at most locales, just by bringing one of the brand’s specially marked caps to one of the following participating resorts.   

Bristol Mountain – A family of three can ski or snowboard for $75 from 4-10 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. Each additional person is $26. Half-priced rentals and a free 5 p.m. beginner class lesson are included, if beginner terrain and instructors are available.

Gore Mountain – Take $15 off one lift ticket; not valid during holiday periods.

Greek Peak – Learn to ski or snowboard program for $25, or 20 percent off midweek or 15 percent off weekends at Hope Lake Lodge and Indoor Waterpark. To redeem online, use promo code: milk.

Holiday Valley – Two-for-1 lift tickets from 4 p.m. to close, Monday through Wednesday, or 2-for-1 three-hour tubing passes from 4-9 p.m., Thursdays and Sundays.

Kissing Bridge – Buy one, get one free lift tickets, Monday through Friday, or $5 off a $25 all-day jump ticket for the BigAirBag.

Peek’n Peak – Buy one, get one free lift tickets all day, Monday through Wednesday, or $5 off unlimited BagJump.  

Toggenburg Mountain – Buy one, get one free lift tickets, all days, all times.  

Whiteface Mountain – Take $20 off a non-holiday lift ticket, any Sunday through Friday.

Skiers and snowboarders can locate an Intense Milks retailer near their home or their favorite resort by visiting the brand’s parent company, Upstate Farms, at www.upstatefarms.com/grocer.cfm.

About Intense Milks
Intense Milks is a product of Upstate Niagara Cooperative (Upstate Farms), a family of local dairy farmers who care deeply about quality and freshness. Their commitment to more than 360 farms provides consumers with a line of fresh, wholesome, safe and delicious dairy products.  To learn more about Intense Milks and the Winter of Fun promotion, visit www.intensemilks.com or facebook.com/intensemilks.  

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UPSTATE FARMS WINS A PAIR OF ADVERTISING AWARDS

November 13, 2012

BUFFALO, NY – The National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF) recently recognized Upstate Farms, a part of Upstate Niagara Cooperative, for the company’s ‘Welcome Back to the Farm’ campaign. NMPF awarded the campaign second place in the Special Projects Advertising category, and the revamped Upstate Farms’ website (UpstateFarms.com) placed third in its category.

To create the campaign, Upstate Farms and CENERGY, of East Aurora, NY, partnered with local photographer Rhea Anna to document more than 13 family farms. The result is a fully integrated campaign that includes TV commercials, mini web documentaries, point-of sale displays, print, digital and billboard elements.

"We didn't want it to come off as a slick ad campaign, but more about something that is inherently honest and uniquely American. The idea was to use raw imagery and undoctored footage to let the farmers tell their stories. The campaign is really about the values of a strong work ethic and an honest way of life," said Ken Trabert, creative director at CENERGY.

“A lot of hard work went into bringing ‘Welcome Back to the Farm’ from idea to fruition, and the feedback from our customers has been great,” said Ken Voelker, Upstate Niagara’s director of marketing. “Every one of our farmers has a story, and I'm just happy we found a way to share those stories with the community.”
 

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UPSTATE NIAGARA TAKES TOP SPOT AT THE NEW YORK STATE FAIR

August 27, 2012

BUFFALO, NY – At the Great New York State Fair in Syracuse, NY, Upstate Niagara Cooperative’s processing facility on Fulton Avenue in Rochester was awarded First Place in the Fluid Milk category. This recognition is close on the heels of Upstate Niagara cleaning up at the World Dairy Expo in Madison, WI. There, the company took home a total of 10 awards in a variety of categories, including cottage cheese, dip, sour cream and milk.

“It’s an honor to be recognized at the New York State Fair,” said Ken Voelker, Upstate Niagara’s director of marketing. “It’s the oldest state fair in the country and has a lot of history and tradition behind it, and the competition is stiff. This really would not have been possible without each and every one of us—from the farm, to the plant, or in the office.”

 

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UPSTATE NIAGARA TAKES 10 AWARDS AT THE WORLD DAIRY EXPO IN MADISON, WI

August 20, 2012


BUFFALO, N.Y. – At the World Dairy Expo in Madison, WI, where the who’s who of the dairy industry gathers each year, Upstate Niagara Cooperative took home a number of awards in a variety of categories. The Expo is the largest dairy-focused trade show and international dairy cattle show, drawing more than 65,000 visitors from 90 countries across the world. Upstate Niagara’s awards included:

-    First Place and Grand Champion in Grade A Lowfat Sour Cream
-    First Place in Fat Free Chocolate Milk
-    First Place in Flavored Cottage Cheese, Pineapple Cottage Cheese
-    First Place in Open Sour Cream-based Dips Class, Bison Garlic Parmesan Dip
-    First Place in Open Sour Cream-based Dips – Southwest, Bison Southwestern Chipotle Dip
-    Second Place in Sour Cream-based Dips – Onion, Bison French Onion Dip
-    Second Place in Cultured Buttermilk
-    Third Place in Open Class Pasteurized Milk, Vanilla Intense Milk
-    Third Place in No Fat Cottage Cheese
-    Third Place in Greek Yogurt

“We are excited to be recognized by the World Dairy Expo with these awards,” said Ken Voelker, marketing director at Upstate Niagara Cooperative. “This award acknowledges the dedication of our farm owners and our employees. We’re so proud to be able to offer these quality products to our neighbors.” 

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UPSTATE NIAGARA COOPERATIVE WINS MULTIPLE AWARDS

March 26, 2012

 

BUFFALO, N.Y. – Upstate Niagara Cooperative continues to be recognized for their unparalleled quality and dedication to the craft of dairy.

 

The Western New York cooperative was awarded a record-setting six awards by the All Star Association Convention.

 

The All Star Association’s current membership includes over 300 plants in 47 states, Puerto Rico and Nova Scotia, producing fluid milk, ice cream, cultured products, cheese, water beverage, juice, custom blowmolding and related products.

 

The local dairy co-op was given top honors by receiving the All Star Award for its ongoing leadership in quality and food safety. “We are thrilled to be recognized with this award. It truly represents the level of attentiveness and care every person in our organization – from our farmer owners, right through to our plant employees – gives to make safe and delicious products for our consumers,” said Jim Murphy, VP of Quality and R&D at Upstate Niagara.

 

Upstate Niagara also shone brightly at the 2012 World Championship Cheese Contest – taking first, second and fourth place for their cottage cheese products. Mr. Murphy attributed the multiple awards to his team. “Our performance at this year’s contest validates the steadfast dedication our team puts in every day in order to produce award-winning cheese.”

 

 

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Effective Date: October 20, 2006

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