Community standing Leverage the recent Specialty Award for Community Impact and recognition as a Best Places to Work finalist to position IIC as a values-driven supplier with strong local credibility for dairy ingredients in animal and pet food applications.

Dairy specialty focus Target formulators and manufacturers needing dairy-based ingredients such as Dairylac 80, Nutri-Gold dried milk, dried cheese, lactose, and milk proteins to drive product differentiation in dairy-rich animal feeds and premium pet foods.

Regional footprint With ten US plant locations, emphasize reliable supply, proximity to key dairy markets, and reduced lead times for customers seeking consistent quality dairy ingredients for pet and livestock nutrition programs.

Pet food exposure Capitalize on visibility from Pet Food Forum 2026 to establish relationships with pet food manufacturers seeking specialty dairy ingredients for functional or indulgent products, including whey-based and lactose components.

Growth readiness Position IIC as a scalable dairy ingredients partner for mid-market to small-cap players in animal health and nutrition, highlighting family-owned agility, focused product lines, and potential co-development opportunities to expand revenue.