Joseph Farms reclaims four Gold medals, totaling 12 awards overall
Los Angeles, Calif. — Joseph Farms Cheese Company achieved numerous prestigious accolades at the 103rd Anniversary Los Angeles International Dairy Competition, including two Best of Class titles and four Gold medals, upholding a longstanding tradition of excellence at one of the country’s leading dairy events.
This year, Joseph Farms received top honors including:
· Best of Class, Gold Medal – Monterey Jack (94 points)
· Best of Class, Gold Medal – Marbled Jack (94 points)
· Gold Medals – Mild Cheddar and String Cheese
Additional accolades included five Silver medals (Medium Cheddar, Queso Quesadilla, Gouda, Pepper Jack, and Whole Milk Mozzarella) and three Bronze medals (Part Skim Mozzarella, Sharp Cheddar, and Special Reserve Extra Sharp Cheddar).
Joseph Farms consistently performs well at the Los Angeles International Dairy Competition. In 2024, the Special Reserve Extra Sharp Cheddar was honored as Best Cheese of the Competition, Best of Class, and achieved a perfect 100-point Gold Medal. Over the years, Joseph Farms has garnered numerous Best of Class distinctions and a plethora of Gold medals.
“We take pride in every accolade we earn, including our two Best of Class awards this year for Monterey Jack and Marbled Jack,” stated Mike Gallo, CEO of Joseph Farms Cheese Company. “Using 100 percent Grade A California milk, we maintain a simple ingredient list and consistent production methods. This approach yields successful outcomes at competitions and satisfies the customers who choose Joseph Farms.”
The Los Angeles International Dairy Competition stands as one of the oldest dairy judging contests in the United States, celebrating excellence in cheese and dairy products from across the nation.
Joseph Farms cheeses are produced in Atwater, California, utilizing fresh California milk from cows not treated with artificial hormones. Each product is crafted from milk, cultures, rennet, and salt, without added fillers or shortcuts, ensuring consistent quality, flavor, and performance across their award-winning varieties. All Joseph Farms cheese naturally contains zero grams of lactose per serving and serves as a good source of protein.
Discover the complete range of award-winning cheeses, including California’s beloved Monterey Jack, at JosephFarms.com.
At Joseph Gallo Farms, we are a third-generation, family-owned cheesemaker situated in Atwater, California. We produce award-winning Joseph Farms cheese using milk from cows not treated with artificial hormones, and we emphasize animal welfare, responsible farming, and environmental stewardship in all our practices.
