Open Gates Companies
From organic dairy to distribution and logistics, each of our companies plays a vital role in strengthening food systems and supporting rural economies. Below is an overview of how they work together to advance our mission.
Farmers Creamery
In 2004, we started producing Kalona SuperNatural’s line of organic dairy products.
Kalona SuperNatural
In 2005, we were created to provide marketing and sales support for Farmers Creamery and Kalona SuperNatural products.
Kalona Farms
In 2010, we were formed to source, buy, and sell milk. In 2019, we started receiving milk.
Provision Ingredients
In 2012, we were created to handle industrial/bulk sales.
Frytown Properties
In 2013, we were created to warehouse Kalona Supernatural products and to provide additional production capacity.
Awesome Refrigerated Transit of Iowa
In 2013, we were created to provide transportation for Farmers Creamery.
Awesome Logistics
In 2014, we were created to broker truck loads for other companies.
Kalona Creamery
In 2017, we opened our retail store and aquired new production space. In 2018, we started making cheese curds and ice cream.
Kalona Direct
In 2019, we were created to deliver Kalona Creamery cheese curds and other local areas around the midwest.
Creamery Coffee
In 2025, we were created to showcase exceptional coffee that pairs with our Kalona SuperNatural organic dairy products.