Select Milk Producers Inc.

Select Milk Producers Inc. is a dairy cooperative focused on producing high-quality milk and dairy products.

CCI Score

-28.83

0.02% April 18

Latest Event

Select Milk Producers Implicated in Supply Chain Ethics Lawsuit

A class action lawsuit filed against Fairlife and its affiliates, including dairy farming operator Select Milk Producers, alleges that the company propagated misleading claims about humane animal treatment while its supply chain is linked to systemic animal cruelty and environmental degradation.

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Select Milk Producers Inc. is currently rated as an Accomplice.

-20 to -29 CCI Score

These companies profit from authoritarian practices through their business dealings. Although they may not be directly enforcing oppressive policies, their actions contribute to the economic and operational sustenance of authoritarian regimes.

Latest Events

MAR

06

2025

Select Milk Producers Implicated in Supply Chain Ethics Lawsuit
-69.17

A class action lawsuit filed against Fairlife and its affiliates, including dairy farming operator Select Milk Producers, alleges that the company propagated misleading claims about humane animal treatment while its supply chain is linked to systemic animal cruelty and environmental degradation.
-70

Supply Chain Ethics

March 29

The lawsuit alleges that Select Milk Producers, a key dairy supply operator for Fairlife, has contributed to widespread animal cruelty and environmental harm by propagating misleading claims of humane treatment. The systematic issues within its supply chain—highlighted by undercover investigations—demonstrate a disregard for ethical business practices, undermining corporate accountability and potentially reinforcing authoritarian corporate power structures.

Fairlife Class Action Lawsuit Filed Over New Animal Cruelty Allegations
SEP

28

2023

Joint Venture Amidst Supply Chain Animal Abuse Allegations
-51.34

An investigation by Animal Recovery Mission revealed continued allegations of animal abuse at Indiana dairy farms supplying milk to Fairlife. Notably, Select Milk Producers Inc. was mentioned as part of the original joint venture with Fairlife, connecting the cooperative indirectly to a supply chain controversy where ethical sourcing practices are called into question.
-60

Supply Chain Ethics

March 29

Select Milk Producers Inc. was involved in a joint venture with Fairlife, which is now implicated in ongoing allegations of sourcing milk from farms where severe animal abuse has been documented. This raises significant concerns about supply chain ethics and oversight, reflecting poorly on the cooperative’s commitment to humane practices and ethical sourcing.

Coca-Cola’s Fairlife still sourcing milk from abusive farms, animal rights group claims
JUL

14

2023

Labor Strike at New Dairy Select Milk
-50.29

More than a dozen employees at New Dairy Select Milk, a subsidiary of New Dairy Co. and Select Milk Producers Inc., went on strike over a new labor contract that includes an expensive healthcare plan. Workers, represented by Teamsters Local 662, argue that the contract is unaffordable and undermines fair wages and benefits, while the company maintains that the offer is competitive and includes above-market pay.
-60

Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices

March 29

The company's stance in offering a labor contract that includes a costly healthcare plan, despite union proposals for a more affordable option, indicates a neglect of fair labor practices and worker rights. This disregard for the well-being of employees is antithetical to anti-fascist principles which prioritize fair treatment of workers.

New Dairy Select Milk employees are on fifth day of strike over labor contract and salaries at De Pere plant
JUL

12

2023

Employee Strike Over Unfair Labor Practices
-67.01

Teamsters Local 662 members at New Dairy Select Milk are on strike to protest what they claim are unfair labor practices, including a 'take it or leave it' approach to the health care plan. The protest highlights deep concerns about the company's labor relations and disregard for worker rights.
-80

Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices

March 29

The strike by workers, organized by Teamsters Local 662, underscores serious issues in labor relations at the company. The use of a 'take it or leave it' health care offer reflects an authoritarian approach that undermines fair labor practices and worker rights, prompting the workers to demand a more equitable health care plan.

ON STRIKE: NEW DAIRY SELECT MILK EMPLOYEES PROTESTING OVER HEALTH CARE PLAN
JUL

10

2023

Labor Strike at New Dairy Select Milk
66.98

Teamsters Local 662 initiated a strike at New Dairy Select Milk, a subsidiary of Borden Dairy, protesting unfair labor practices and a refusal to negotiate improved healthcare benefits for workers.
+80

Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices

March 29

Teamsters Local 662's strike is a clear demonstration of workers standing up against unfair labor practices. The protest centers on the company's refusal to negotiate better healthcare benefits, which is a critical labor rights issue. By challenging exploitative practices, the workers' action aligns with anti-fascist and pro-worker principles, supporting improved labor relations and human rights.

Teamsters Go on Strike at New Dairy Select Milk to Protest Unfair Labor Practices
JUL

10

2023

Worker Strike at Select Milk Producers Inc.
-41.86

Unionized workers at a sour cream production facility went on strike over the company's health care plan. The dispute centers on the company's take-it-or-leave-it contract proposal versus a preferred Teamsters-backed health care plan, with union representatives criticizing the lack of genuine negotiation.
-50

Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices

March 29

The company's approach in contract negotiations, characterized as 'take it or leave it', has spurred a strike by union members demanding better labor protections and health care benefits. This indicates poor labor relations and neglect of worker rights, a stance contrary to progressive and equitable labor practices.

New Dairy Select Milk employees strike over health care plan - WLUK FOX 11
JAN

01

2021

Select Milk Lobbying Expenditure in 2021
-26.03

Select Milk Producers Inc. spent $160,000 on lobbying activities in 2021, as reported by OpenSecrets. This spending is tracked as part of the firm’s efforts to influence policy-making.
-40

Political Contributions and Lobbying Efforts

March 29

The company’s expenditure of $160,000 on lobbying activities in 2021 indicates significant efforts to influence public policy, which from an anti-fascist perspective raises concerns about corporate attempts to shape democratic processes in favor of narrow interests.

Select Milk Producers Inc Lobbying Profile • OpenSecrets
MAR

21

2016

Lower Political Contributions and Lobby Spending by Select Milk Producers
8.06

According to 2016 data, the dairy industry, including Select Milk Producers Inc., showed lower political contributions and reduced lobbying expenditures compared to previous cycles. Select Milk Producers fell in the lower contribution bracket ($12,500 to $25,000) and had lobbying expenditures in the $100,000 to $300,000 range, which suggests a relatively restrained approach in exerting political influence.
+20

Political Contributions and Lobbying Efforts

March 29

Select Milk Producers Inc.'s relatively modest approach in political contributions and lobbying – as indicated by their placement in the lower spending brackets – suggests a lower risk of using financial power to support authoritarian agendas. This modest level of engagement is a positive sign from an anti-fascist perspective, contributing to a positive score.

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