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Emmi has expanded its presence in the goat’s milk segment. Credit: Nikolai Chernichenko on Unsplash.

Emmi has expanded its presence in the goat and sheep’s milk segment with the acquisition of a 66% stake in Leeb Biomilch.

The remaining 34% stake will be retained by founder Hubert Leeb and joint owner Jörg Hackenbuchner.

Established in 2001, Leeb Biomilch offers fresh and ultra-high temperature processed (UHT) milk, beverages and yoghurts.

Emmi Group CEO Urs Riedener said: “Leeb Biomilch is not only a good fit for Emmi based on its goat’s milk products but also on its clear commitment to quality, innovation and sustainability.”

“Leeb Biomilch is not only a good fit for Emmi based on its goat’s milk products but also on its clear commitment to quality, innovation and sustainability.”

Since 2010, Emmi has been gradually increasing its international goat’s milk network. This acquisition has further strengthened its position in this segment, as well as expands Emmi’s organic vegan products range.

The Swiss dairy firm entered the goat’s milk market with the acquisition of Californian firm Cypress Grove and Swiss brand Le Petit Chevrier.

Emmi’s network currently includes two goat’s milk processors in the US and three in Europe, as well as global trading company AVH Dairy, which is based in the Netherlands.

Leeb Biomilch sources organic goat and sheep’s milk from nearly 100 Austrian farmers. The company supplies its products to European markets such as Germany and the Netherlands.

The deal is subject to approval by the Austrian Federal Competition Authority.