BENTON GROUP
Benton Group's dairies - Ambia, Warren, and Freeland - operate as a cohesive team and are all located in the dairy-friendly state of Indiana. More information about Benton Group can be found at bentongroup.com.
AMBIA
Founded in 2010, Ambia Dairy is our original location and is home to the next generation of cows. Cows are housed in five naturally-ventilated freestall barns and the facilities include a 72-stall rotary. Ambia's focus on training and advancing our use of technology is pivotal for all our dairies.
100-acre farm site
3,000 acres harvested forage
4,400 lactating cows
35 full-time employees
Site Manager: Keith Hoeing
WARREN
Warren Dairy was the first greenfield project for Benton Group. Established in 2015, it is home to 4,400 cows with naturally-ventilated freestall barns, an enclosed feed mixing center, and an 80-stall rotary parlor. Warren is also home to our calves and heifers, and uses genomic testing for management decisions to gauge herd progression.
135-acre farm site
4,000 acres harvested forage
5,900 lactating cows, 1,500 heifers
45 full-time employees
Site Manager: Jacob Achen
FREELAND
Founded in 2019, Freeland Dairy is our most recent addition to Benton Group. Here, 4,500 cows are milked using a 100-stall rotary and housed in naturally-ventilated freestall barns. Facilities also include an enclosed commodity and feed center. Freeland's practice of simple and consistent protocols helps us to create an environment for longevity and high milk production.
125-acre farm site
4,000 acres harvested forage
5,300 lactating cows, 1,000 heifers
40 full-time employees
Site Manager: Tim Ekovich