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In the Lead – Best Legacy Businesses – Reed’s Dairy
IBR Staff//April 14, 2025//
Company: Reed’s Dairy
Years in business: 70
Number of employees: 105
Location: Idaho Falls
Founded 70 years ago when three brothers sought to bring their milk directly to customers, Reed’s Dairy has grown into a flourishing family business under the leadership of President Alan Reed, who expanded the company’s offerings in 1978 by developing ice cream manufacturing and later adding cheese production.
Today, with 105 employees, Reed’s Dairy operates six ice cream and dairy stores while providing home and wholesale delivery services. Their fresh, locally produced offerings include bottled milk in various flavors, ice cream and cheese.
Despite industry and operations challenges — including government subsidy changes, evolving consumer preferences and a facility fire in 2024 — Reed’s has remained competitive through efficiency improvements and adapting to market trends.
The business maintains two core values: Producing high-quality products without cutting corners and prioritizing employee well-being. Their workplace philosophy is refreshingly simple: “Just be nice to each other,” with Sundays reserved for family time.
