CHEESE FOM LATVIAN FARMERS

Latvijas Piens Ltd. Latvijas Piens Ltd. is a cooperative enterprise of Latvian farmers, which aims to produce high quality dairy products sourced in Latvia, promoting the welfare of the Latvian countryside by producing cheese and industrial dairy products. The company s turnover in 2013 reached 37 M euros and it employs around 100 employees, which makes it one of the biggest dairy producers in Latvia. The quality of our production standards and products is certified by ISO 22 000 and the European Organic product certificate. The company is owned by three cooperatives Trikāta, Dzēse and Latraps. These cooperatives combine more than 600 farmers. The cheese produced by Latvijas piens is presented on the local and worldwide market by our own consumer brand Trikāta. We deliver a wide range of cheeses - starting from mainstream cheese (Tilsiter, Edam) to upper mainstream and premium speciality cheese. Trikata is a cheese market share leader in Latvia and is rapidly growing in export markets thanks to the high-quality cheeses regularly receiving awards in international competitions.

Jelgava, Latvia Location of our factory

The Brand 100 years ago in the town of three cats (Trikata) one of the oldest dairy plants in Latvia was born. It produced butter and cheese for their Manor house. Soon enough dairy products became recognised and even made their way to St. Petersburg in Russia. Today, at the same pastures, our farmers still call their cows by name and in one of the world s greenest countries the Trikata legacy lives on. The cooperative of more than 600 farmers continues to make nuanced and delicious cheese for people that respect authentic origin and quality.

Equipment and capacity Equipment B2B Milk pasteurisation - INTERO Skimmed milk concentrate MMS AG Whey protein MMS AG B2C Cheese presses for cheese wheels and euro blocks KALT Capacity Capacity of milk pasteurisation and pumping is 25-30 t/h Total cheese production capacity is 900 t/month SMC skimmed milk concentrate 75 t/day Cream 15 t/day SWC sweet whey concentrate 75 t/day SWP sweet whey protein 25 t/day

Certification ISO 22000 Food safety management Latvijas piens has ISO 22000 certificate which acknowledges that effective food safety system is in operation at the production plant. The system is being operated and updated within the framework of a structured management system and incorporated into overall management activities of the company. BRC Will be implemented untill April 2015.

PRODUCTS

Trikata semi-hard cheese wheels Emmental Emmental Light Reserve Fenugreek Maasdam Classic Premium Original Premium

Trikata semi-hard cheese wheels Trikata Emmental our Emmental is inspired by traditional Swiss Emmentaler. It has a firm yet supple texture and a sweet nutty taste which has been awarded with the Superior Taste Award. Fat content in dry matter 45% Matured for 45 days Product type Cheese weight Shelf life Cheese wheel 7 kg 180 days Piece of wheel 875 g 90 days

Trikata semi-hard cheese wheels Trikata Emmental Light retains the best Emmental qualities, yet is reduced in fat by 45%. Fat content in dry matter 25% Matured for 45 days Product type Cheese weight Shelf life Cheese wheel 7 kg 180 days Piece of wheel 875 g 90 days

Trikata semi-hard cheese wheels Trikata Reserve is a local take on Swiss Gruyere and unofficially goes by the name of Gruyere de Trikata. It is aged for 8 months and is the first hard cheese by Trikata. Fat content in dry matter 45% Matured for 240 days Product type Cheese weight Shelf life Cheese wheel 7 kg 180 days Flow pack 250 g 90 days

Trikata semi-hard cheese wheels Trikata semi-hard cheese with fenugreek this special treat is made from cow s milk, salted in brine and aged for 30/60 days. The cheese is mildly sharp and has a walnut aftertaste thanks to the fenugreek seeds. Fat content in dry matter 45% Matured for 45 days Product type Cheese weight Shelf life Cheese wheel 7 kg 120 days Flow pack 250 g 90 days

Trikata semi-hard cheese wheels Trikata Maasdam is much like Emmental, but softer and suppler. This everyday cheese is perfect in cooked meals, snacks or sandwiches. Fat content in dry matter 45% Matured for 45 days Product type Cheese weight Shelf life Cheese wheel 7 kg 90 days Flow pack 250 g 90 days

Trikata semi-hard cheese wheels Trikata Original (Tilsiter) Premium semi-hard cheese has small scattered holes and a soft springy texture. Its flavour is salty and strong. It can be cubed in salads, heated for addition to sauces, melted over potatoes or on hamburgers. Fat content in dry matter: 50% Matured for 90 days Product type Cheese weight Shelf life Cheese wheel 7 kg 120 days Flow pack 250 g 90 days

Trikata semi-hard cheese wheels Trikata Classic (Gouda) Premium semi-hard cheese - Cheese gourmands appreciate the Gouda Premium cheese around the world. It is a delicacy on every cheese platter and a tasty base for cold and warm cheese dishes. Fat content in dry matter: 45% Matured for 60 days Product type Cheese weight Shelf life Cheese wheel 7 kg 120 days Flow pack 250 g 90 days

Trikata semi-hard cheeses in blocks

Trikata semi-hard cheeses in blocks Trikata Tilsiter semi-hard cheese is similar to Original Premium, but younger and is in the shape of a block. Hence it is milder in taste and softer in texture. It can be cubed in salads, heated for addition to sauces, melted over potatoes or on burgers. Fat content dry matter 50% Matured 35 and 60 days Cheese weight 250 g 1 кg 3 кg 15 кg кг Shelf life 90 days 90 days 120 days 120 days

Trikata semi-hard cheeses in blocks Trikata Edam semi-hard cheese is similar to Classic Premium, but younger and in the shape of a block. It is milder in taste and softer in texture. It has a smooth flavour, with a subtle sweet and sour taste. Fat content dry matter 45% Matured 35 and 60 days Cheese weight 250 g 1 кg 3 кg 15 кg кг Shelf life 90 days 90 days 120 days 120 days

Trikata light cheeses in blocks, 25% fat in dry matter Cheese weight 250 g 1 кg 3 кg 15 кg кг Shelf life 90 days 90 days 120 days 120 days

Trikata fresh cheese balls Snowballs with paprika Snowballs with garlic Snowballs with tomato and basil Snowballs with fenugreek Export partners:

Trikata fresh cheese balls Snowballs with tomato, basil and garlic - Italian taste together with a smooth and creamy cheese. Delicious appetiser and great for an exclusive cheese platter. Fat content dry matter 50% Product type Cheese weight Retail 240 g HoReCa 1 кg Pieces/pallet 1440 Shelf life 70 days 70 days

Trikata fresh cheese balls Snowballs with garlic - pride of the enterprise Latvijas Piens and product line Trikata. Fat content dry matter 50% Product type Cheese weight Retail 240 g HoReCa 1 кg Pieces/pallet 1440 Shelf life 70 days 70 days

Trikata fresh cheese balls Snowballs with paprika and garlic may be used as an excellent appetiser, combined with vegetables, as well as added to salads. Snow Balls will melt in every gourmet s mouth! Fat content dry matter 50% Product type Cheese weight Retail 240 g HoReCa 1 кg Pieces/pallet 1440 Shelf life 70 days 70 days

Trikata fresh cheese balls Snowballs with fenugreek - has a great walnut taste thanks to the fenugreek seeds. Fat content dry matter 50% Product type Cheese weight Retail 240 g HoReCa 1 кg Pieces/pallet 1440 Shelf life 70 days 70 days

Personality and values Nordic and natural we aspire to natural simplicity, minimalism and functionality. Responsibility and quality our mission is to ensure a competitive milk price for our farmers and to produce premium speciality cheese made from high-quality milk. Flexibility we aim to produce a wide range of cheeses and introduce new products based on the demands of the market.

Marketing tools Product tastings we have organized product tastings both in Latvia and abroad. Tastings are one of the most powerful tools for promoting brand new products in the market.

Marketing tools Stikers for products we have special small stickers for cheeses which are cutted in the shops to deferentiate Trikata cheeses from other cheeses. POS materials we have all range of POS materials starting with the smallest price tags till large posters. Information materials different kind of information materials - booklets, leaflets, sell sheets etc..

Marketing tools Outdoor advertising it is possible to make also outdoor advertising both classical with posters and also more interesting like tram.