Perspectives and stories about Emmi, our products and the people behind of it all.
The number one cheese: mozzarella
11 June 2021 - The most popular cheese in Switzerland isn’t Emmentaler, Tilsiter or Gruyère. Mozzarella beats them all, particularly in summer when people like to eat Mediterranean-style food. But it is actually an oddity among cheeses.
1 June 2021 - Today, 1 June, is World Milk Day, which is reason enough to talk about milk. For once, let’s turn our attention to goat’s milk. Many people love its signature taste, while others turn up their noses. Why is that? And how does goat’s milk differ from cow’s milk?
28 May 2021 - We introduce our farmer ambassadors in the video portrait series “Our farmer ambassadors”. Today, it’s the turn of the Stalder family from Nottwil. The 24-hour vending machine offers fresh milk, crisp fruit and sweet berries.
14 May 2021 - Emmi’s nine executive assistants are a bit like the company's behind-the-scenes managers. For it all to work, trust and strong relationships are needed – both of which are closely linked to Emmi’s culture of appreciation.
7 May 2021 - They already believed in organic produce and sustainability 25 years ago: the founders of our Cowgirl Creamery subsidiary, Peggy Smith and Sue Conley. Their pioneering work has created a successful company which, with a new team, wants to continue to grow and win over new customers with specialities produced by hand.
23 April 2021 - In the video portrait series “Our Farmer Ambassadors”, we regularly introduce one of our farmer ambassadors. Today, the Pfefferli family's "Lernort Bauernhof" educational farm is in the spotlight. Judith and Franz Pfefferli welcome school classes and offer a farm playgroup, seasonal courses and gardening courses for children.
16 April 2021 - This has never been seen in Switzerland before: a chilled vegan coffee drink made with Swiss oat milk. There are also other products under the “beleaf” brand, which are made from Swiss ingredients.
9 April 2021 - At age 30, she is the first woman at Emmi to head a department in production. A department with an all-male staff. She admits she still makes mistakes, but also knows what she's capable of. Her motto is: you should never have to wonder “what if?"
#CompanyTransport yourself to the Engadin mountains, one spoon at a time
#CompanyTransport yourself to the Engadin mountains, one spoon at a time
26 March 2021 - Together with Engadin star chef Dario Cadonau, Lataria Engiadinaisa (LESA) is launching three new yogurt creations. The ingredients are sourced primarily from the Engadin and the surrounding region and bring a breath of mountain air to the table.
#NutritionEat less sugar without sacrificing enjoyment this Lent
#NutritionEat less sugar without sacrificing enjoyment this Lent
12 March 2021 - Many intend to do it, but only few actually see it through: giving up something for Lent. Sugar is pretty high on the list of things people choose to give up. But that doesn't mean you have to give up great-tasting food. We've got some great ideas for treating yourself during Lent.
Inspiration for healthy and quick lunches when you're working from home
24 February 2021 - Going to the canteen, the restaurant or picking up a roll at the bakery over lunch - that was once the case. In the home office, we have to wield the wooden spoon ourselves. How can you whip up a healthy lunch in no time? We show you how. We also have some tricks up our sleeve for those who don’t like to cook.
11 February 2021 - Why she never played with Barbie dolls and preferred to build Lego. She talks about why her job as an automation technician at Emmi brings a smile to her face.
3 February 2021 - A completely new, state-of-the-art, resource-saving cheese dairy is being built at the Emmen site for a cost of CHF 50 million. The investment provides numerous farmers with long-term prospects. For Emmi, it is a commitment to Switzerland as a business location and to the cheese industry.
#SustainabilityLeftovers from the holiday feast? The refrigerator guide
#SustainabilityLeftovers from the holiday feast? The refrigerator guide
6 January 2021 - Every year, around 300 kilograms of food per Swiss resident are thrown away. It doesn’t have to be like this. With the right refrigerator system, food and leftovers from even lavish holiday menus will keep for longer.
#Sustainability90 % of our milk is sustainable and cows have names
#Sustainability90 % of our milk is sustainable and cows have names
9 December 2020 - Emmi is a pioneer of the “swissmilk green” sustainability standard for the Swiss dairy industry. Today, nine out of every ten litres of milk that we process in Switzerland are sustainably produced. To further improve animal welfare, environmental protection and prospects for farmers, we are extending our commitment to sustainable milk to our activities beyond Switzerland.
2 December 2020 - Potatoes with raclette, bread with fondue – why do we always use the same ingredients? If we take a look at what people do abroad, we have plenty of room for imagination. Plus, we reveal what good raclette cheese has got to do with a ball of wool.
5 November 2020 - Emmi Caffè Latte is our best known and most successful product. It has become the benchmark in its category since its launch 15 years ago, which is why the recipes have to date been left basically untouched.
#CompanyFrom the Kaltbach cave to your doorstep – at the click of a mouse
#CompanyFrom the Kaltbach cave to your doorstep – at the click of a mouse
28 October 2020 - Measuring 2.3 kilometres and with space for more than 100,000 cheeses, the scale of the Kaltbach cave is breathtaking – just like the unique flavour of the cheese that is aged there.
29 September 2020 - We throw away too much food that's actually still good to eat. Gerber Fondue has been popular for decades because it tastes great and has a long shelf life.
23 September 2020 - Browned milk smells strange and is annoying when it happens at home. However, in some cases this procedure is quite intentional and makes for a delightful taste.
21 September 2020 - We are proud of our corporate culture. It is as unique as the people who work for Emmi. One of our goals is to actively promote the further development of our co-workers.
10 September 2020 - After one year in loading, distribution and picking, it's time to start driving lessons in the 40-tonne lorry, and then at 18 they're ready to complete transport orders independently: our budding road haulage specialists.
02 September 2020 - Sometimes it's the simple questions that yield the most interesting answers. First, the basics: Salt has to do with microflora, with disinfection and with sensory aspects.
19 August 2020 - We are proud of our corporate culture. It is as unique as the people who work for Emmi. One of our goals is to actively promote the further development of our co-workers.
29 July 2020 - We are proud of our corporate culture. It is as unique as the people who work for Emmi. One of our goals is to actively promote the further development of our co-workers.
15 July 2020 - When you take a steak out of the freezer, it’s as hard as a rock. But ice cream isn’t – why is that? Sugar and the freezing process are the secret to light, creamy ice cream.
24 June 2020 - We are proud of our corporate culture. It is as unique as the people who work for Emmi. One of our goals is to actively promote the further development of our co-workers.
27 May 2020 - We are proud of our corporate culture. It is as unique as the people who work for Emmi. One of our goals is to actively promote the further development of our co-workers.
#SustainabilityDairy products are often good for longer...
#SustainabilityDairy products are often good for longer...
12 May 2020 - ... than it says on the best-before date. This date is only an indicator of quality. It is by no means a use-by date, after which an item of food should no longer be consumed.
6 April 2020 - Coffee is a consumable commodity with a long history. At the beginning of the 20th century the ‘black gold’ was only available to wealthy people as a luxury product. But since then, the coffee business has developed in waves.
From baker to head of the mozzarella production team
20 January 2020 - In an increasingly digital and international world, our jobs are changing fast as well. Emmi and its employees are constantly developing to stay fit for the future. Among them is Manuela Steiner.
#NutritionStart the new year with plenty of protein
#NutritionStart the new year with plenty of protein
6 January 2020 - We've all been there: after overindulging during the holidays, we want to get back on track as quickly as possible by doing more exercise and eating healthier.
9 December 2019 - Christmastime is cookie time – which means butter time: Despite the fitness and health trend, many people cannot do without butter on their bread or in their baked goods.
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