Chobani to Build $1.2B Yogurt Plant in NY

Chobani has announced a $1.2 billion investment to build a 1.4 million-square-foot dairy processing plant with up to 28 production lines in Rome, New York, creating over 1,000 full-time jobs and nearly doubling its workforce in the state. Governor Kathy Hochul and Senator Chuck Schumer described the project as the largest natural food manufacturing investment in U.S. history. The facility will process more than 12 million pounds of milk daily and produce over a billion pounds of yogurt and other dairy products each year, significantly boosting demand for New York dairy farmers. Chobani's growth aligns with consumer shifts toward smaller, cost-effective brands and rising Greek yogurt demand. Founded by Hamdi Ulukaya in 2005, Chobani has rapidly expanded and continues to invest in both New York and Idaho. The new plant is expected to have a substantial economic impact on the Mohawk Valley and support New York's dairy industry for years to come.