Land O'Lakes International Development
International Trade and DevelopmentMinnesota, United States51-200 Employees
Land O'Lakes International Development is a mid-sized nonprofit organization based in Arden Hills, Minnesota, operating in the international trade and development sector. It works to strengthen agricultural systems from farm to fork, supports businesses to grow, and links farmers to markets in communities around the world. Founded in 1981, the organization draws on almost a century of dairy, animal nutrition, crop inputs, and agricultural insights from its affiliate, Land O'Lakes, Inc., to inform its programs. Its approach emphasizes market-led strategies and local collaboration to support inclusive economic growth. Since its inception, the organization has supported nearly 300 programs across more than 80 countries. This work reflects its long-standing focus on developing agriculture as a driver of development.