Idaho Milk Products Ice Cream & Powder Blending Facility

Jerome's reputation as one of the nation's leading dairy manufacturing communities continues to grow with the completion of Idaho Milk Products' new Ice Cream and Powder Blending Facility.

The expansion represents another significant investment in Jerome's food manufacturing industry and builds on the company's long-standing presence in the community. By adding new ice cream production and dry powder blending capabilities, Idaho Milk Products is increasing its ability to serve customers across a wide range of dairy markets while reinforcing Jerome's position as a center for value-added dairy processing.

By the Numbers

• 120 million pounds of dry powder blending capacity annually
• 300 million frozen novelty products each year
• 66 million pints of ice cream annually
• 14 million gallons of liquid ice cream mix processed each year

The facility brings together advanced manufacturing equipment designed for both large-scale production and product flexibility. Production lines can manufacture up to 54,000 frozen novelty products per hour, including bars, sandwiches, and cones, while filling systems are capable of producing up to 14,400 pints per hour in a variety of package sizes. The powder blending operation adds capacity of up to 16,000 pounds per hour, supporting a broad range of dairy ingredient applications. 

This investment reflects the continued strength of Jerome's dairy industry and the advantages that have made the community a destination for food manufacturers. With access to an abundant milk supply, reliable infrastructure, strategic transportation connections, and a skilled workforce, Jerome continues to attract companies looking to grow and invest in the future.