Danone has announced a strategic investment in a factory in Canada to address the “growing” demand for yogurt.
The French dairy giant did not disclose financial specifics; however, it emphasized that the investment in the Boucherville, Quebec plant is its “largest” in Canada.
This expansion will bolster yogurt tub output at the plant by 40% while enhancing raw milk processing capacity by 20%.
Construction has commenced, and a new production line is set to become operational next year, as stated by the company on Friday, November 14. Moreover, Danone aims to “modernize” the site’s energy usage.
Frederic Guichard, President of Danone’s operations in Canada, articulated: “This significant investment underscores our commitment to supporting local production and delivering on what we do best at Danone: bringing health through food.”
Danone reported that over one-third of dairy yogurts sold in Canada are produced at this facility.
In Q3 2025, Danone’s sales in North America experienced a 1.5% increase on a like-for-like basis, with volume/mix rising by just 0.3%.
During this period, Danone identified challenges in the plant-based sector, where its offerings under the Silk and Alpro brands are positioned.
“Momentum remained strong in high protein, with new innovations launched during the quarter. Coffee creamers are progressively regaining competitiveness. Plant-based remains a work in progress,” the company noted.
Earlier this year, Danone also detailed expansions at its facilities in the U.S. and Kazakhstan.
In August, the company announced plans for a “multi-million-dollar investment”
to expand its Minster, Ohio yogurt factory, which produces Oikos, Activia, Dannon, and Danimals. This project will include a 48,000 square-foot addition, a new production line, and upgrades, generating 30 full-time jobs.
