Homestead Creamery

What Homestead Creamery does

Homestead Creamery, Inc. is a privately held, founder-owned regional dairy processor founded in January 2001 in Wirtz, Virginia, by two local dairy farmers (Donnie Montgomery of Stoneybrook Dairy and David Bower of Goldenview Dairy) in cooperation with local businessmen. The company operates from a single headquarters and Farm Market at 7254 Booker T Washington Hwy, Wirtz, VA, with 11-50 employees, and sources milk exclusively from six multi-generational Virginia family partner farms (Stoneybrook, Goldenview, Redvale, Whispering Oaks, Riverbend, Homeland Jerseys).

The core technology is HTST (High Temperature Short Time) pasteurization at 165-175°F for 20-25 seconds followed by rapid cooling to 34-36°F, applied to milk from genetically tested A2A2 cows (milk containing only the A2 beta-casein protein, marketed as easier to digest than conventional A1A2 milk). Products are packaged primarily in reusable glass bottles under a $2 deposit-return recycling program with up to 80% local participation. The product portfolio includes A2A2 milk in creamline, homogenized, 2%, skim, and flavored varieties; over 20 ice cream flavors spanning classic, savory, fresh-picked fruit, and seasonal lines; all-natural lemonade; and seasonal items such as eggnog and custard. A co-developed Hokie Ice Cream line was launched with Virginia Tech's Department of Food Science and Technology in 2023.

Revenue is generated through a multi-channel model: (1) wholesale retail distribution through Wegmans (3 Virginia stores), Kroger, Earth Fare, The Fresh Market, and independent grocers; (2) institutional food service supplying 5-gallon bags and mini cups to college cafeterias and hotel lobbies; (3) a flagship Farm Market storefront in Wirtz with a deli, hand-dipped ice cream counter, and loyalty program; (4) home delivery with bottle pickup; and (5) a mobile ice cream trailer for weddings, corporate events, and community gatherings across Southwest Virginia. The company remains independent with no disclosed institutional capital, and its products have received NICRA Blue Ribbon and Red Ribbon recognition for chocolate and double dark chocolate ice cream at the 2016 national convention.

Name

Homestead Creamery

Legal name

Homestead Creamery, Inc.

Website

https://homesteadcreameryinc.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2001

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Homestead Creamery is a privately held, founder-owned regional dairy processor in Wirtz, Virginia, producing A2A2 protein milk, super-premium ice cream, and lemonade from six partner family farms, distributed via Wegmans, Kroger, The Fresh Market, its Farm Market storefront, and event catering across Virginia and the Eastern US.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Dairy Products

NAICS

Dairy Product Manufacturing (3115), Fluid Milk Manufacturing (311511), Ice Cream and Frozen Dessert Manufacturing (311520), Dairy Product (except Dried or Canned) Merchant Wholesalers (424430)

SIC

Dairy Products (2020), Ice Cream & Frozen Desserts (2024)

akta.pro primary industry

Organic & Specialty-Claim Fluid Milk Processing (Organic, A2, Grass-Fed) (AFAHAAAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

Flavored & Sweetened Fluid Milk Processing (Chocolate/Strawberry, etc.) (AFAHAAAB), Ice Cream & Frozen Dairy Wholesale (AFAIAEAF), Dairy-Based Beverages Manufacturing (Flavored Milk, Lassi, Drinkable Yogurt) (AFAKAKAH)

Keywords

• Premium dairy products
• A2A2 protein milk
• Super premium ice cream
• Glass bottle milk
• Artisan dairy processing

Headquarters

HQ city

Wirtz

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Retail Dairy Products: Homestead Creamery generates revenue primarily through the sale of bottled A2A2 milk, ice cream, lemonade, eggnog, custard, and other dairy products through retail grocery partners including Wegmans, Kroger, Earth Fare, and independent stores. Products are sold in glass bottles, half gallons, quarts, pints, and 5-gallon bags for wholesale customers.
2. Farm Market Storefront and Deli: The Farm Market in Wirtz, VA sells dairy products directly to consumers, features a deli serving lunch items, and offers hand-dipped ice cream by the cup, cone, or milkshake. A loyalty program allows customers to earn points toward future purchases.
3. Ice Cream Trailer Event Rental: The company rents out its mobile ice cream trailer for private events including weddings, corporate events, and community gatherings. Pricing is based on event type, number of servings, and location. They also sell ice cream dipping tubs for self-service events.

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels7 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Homestead Creamery processes and sells premium A2A2 milk (whole, 2%, skim, creamline, chocolate, strawberry, orange cream, Cowpuccino), heavy cream, half & half, buttermilk, eggnog, custard, all-natural lemonade, and super-premium ice cream in 20+ flavors. Products are made from milk sourced from six partner Virginia family farms using minimal HTST pasteurization and packaged primarily in reusable glass bottles.

Product overview

Homestead Creamery is a locally-owned dairy processing company offering a diversified portfolio of dairy products centered around premium A2A2 milk and super premium ice cream. The core product line includes A2A2 Milk (available in creamline, homogenized, 2%, skim, and flavored varieties including chocolate, strawberry, orange cream, and cowpuccino), along with heavy cream, half & half, buttermilk, and seasonal offerings like eggnog and custard. The ice cream lineup features over 20 flavors across categories including Classics (vanilla, chocolate, peanut butter, double dark chocolate, mint chocolate chip), Savory (chocolate pecan, espresso chocolate chip, cookies & cream, butter pecan, hokie tracks), Fresh Picked fruit flavors (cherry vanilla, black raspberry, strawberry, banana, peach, lemon crunch, apple pie), and Seasonal (pumpkin, peppermint, eggnog, gingerbread). The company also produces all-natural lemonade. Products are notable for minimal pasteurization, glass bottle packaging, and an A2A2 protein composition that may be easier to digest. A notable partnership with Virginia Tech's College of Agriculture produces the Hokie Ice Cream line. The company operates from Burnt Chimney, Virginia with distribution through retail partners including Wegmans, Kroger, and independent grocers.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• A2A2 Milk Premium dairy milk sourced from A2A2 cows, batch-crafted with minimal pasteurization. Available in multiple varieties including whole, 2%, skim, creamline, and flavored options. Sold to consumers through retail grocery partners, Farm Market, and home delivery.
• Ice Cream

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 80% of local market customers participate in the glass bottle recycling program
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• WegmanscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorWegmans is a leading East Coast supermarket chain committed to quality and customer experience. Homestead Creamery products are sold in 3 Virginia Wegmans locations (2 Richmond, 1 Charlottesville) featuring the full milk line including flavored milks, half & half, heavy cream, and buttermilk. Select stores also carry Hokie Ice Cream pints. The partnership aligns both companies' values around quality, local sourcing, and tradition.
• Virginia Tech (College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Department of Food Science and Technology)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerA collaboration to develop Hokie-branded ice cream flavors combining Virginia Tech food science research with Homestead Creamery's dairy expertise. Three Hokie Ice Cream products were created: Hokie Berry Trail (Raspberry Pomegranate with dark chocolate), Hokie Sunset Swirl (Mango Tangerine with vanilla cookie pieces), and Hokie Tracks (Salted caramel with chocolate-covered pretzels). Virginia Tech press releases announced the partnership in 2023 and 2024.
• The Fresh MarketminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSeasonal round eggnog bottles sold exclusively at The Fresh Market. Hokie Ice Cream pints available at select Fresh Market locations including the Lynchburg, VA store on Old Forest Rd.
• Earth FareminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHomestead Creamery A2A2 milk initially launched in Earth Fare stores across the Eastern United States. Ice cream in quart sizes also available at select Earth Fare locations.
• KrogerminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorKroker carries Homestead Creamery ice cream in quart sizes alongside independent grocers and select Earth Fare locations.
• Six Partner Farms (Stoneybrook Dairy, Goldenview Dairy, Redvale Dairy, Whispering Oaks Farm, Riverbend Dairy, Homeland Jerseys)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSix multi-generational family dairy farms in Virginia supply all of Homestead Creamery's milk. Each farm is dedicated to cow health and comfort, non-GMO feed grown on-site, and producing high-quality A2A2 milk. The farms represent the company's supply chain foundation and origin story. Key figures include Donnie Montgomery (Chairman of the Board, Stoneybrook Dairy), Jamie Montgomery (4th generation farmer), David Bower (President, Goldenview Dairy).

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Alexandre Family Farm: Northern California regenerative dairy offering A2 milk, cream, and eggs with a multi-generational family farm origin story. Comparable to Homestead on A2 positioning, farm narrative, and direct + grocery hybrid distribution.
• Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams: Ohio-based super-premium ice cream brand with a strong direct-to-consumer scoop shop footprint, e-commerce, and grocery distribution. Comparable on direct + retail hybrid model, flavor innovation, and premium pricing.
• Trickling Springs Creamery: Pennsylvania-based regional creamery selling minimally processed fluid milk, cream, and ice cream in glass bottles to Mid-Atlantic grocers. Closely comparable product mix (glass-bottle milk + ice cream) and regional premium positioning.
• Maple Hill Creamery: New York-based creamery selling 100% grass-fed A2 milk and yogurt with a regenerative/organic positioning. Highly comparable to Homestead on A2 protein, farm-to-table story, and premium regional retail distribution.
• Graeter's Ice Cream: Ohio-based premium ice cream maker distributed in grocery, foodservice, and own scoop shops. Comparable on craft/premium positioning, family ownership, and award-winning flavors; structurally similar to Homestead's ice cream business.

Broad incumbents

• Stonyfield Farm: National organic yogurt and dairy brand owned by Danone. Overlaps with Homestead on organic/clean-label positioning and broad retail distribution, but operates at national scale and specializes in yogurt rather than fluid milk/ice cream.
• Turkey Hill Dairy: Pennsylvania-based regional dairy and ice cream brand with grocery, foodservice, and ice cream stand presence. Comparable on ice cream portfolio depth and Mid-Atlantic/Southeast retail distribution, with significantly larger scale.
• Organic Valley: Largest US organic farmer-owned dairy cooperative, distributing fluid milk, butter, cheese, and ice cream nationally. Comparable on cooperative/family-farm sourcing and organic positioning; much larger scale and broader category.
• The a2 Milk Company: New Zealand-headquartered, US-listed (NASDAQ: ABDC-adjacent) A2-only infant formula and fluid milk brand with national US distribution. The most direct A2 claim competitor and category creator; much larger, listed, and focused on liquid milk and formula.

Regional players

• Hiland Dairy: Midwest-focused fluid milk, ice cream, and dairy beverage processor with strong regional grocery and school foodservice distribution. Comparable in fluid milk + ice cream product mix, though it is a much larger regional player outside Homestead's territory.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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