Founded in 1986, Lifeway Foods Inc. has grown into a dominant player in the U.S. kefir market. The company's flagship product is drinkable kefir, which accounts for over 80% of its net sales and is positioned for consumers seeking digestive health benefits. Beyond traditional kefir, Lifeway's product portfolio includes ProBugs for children, farmer cheese, Lifeway Oat, and other cultured dairy items. The company operates a vertically integrated manufacturing model with primary facilities in Illinois and Wisconsin, sourcing milk from regional cooperatives. While its primary market is the United States, Lifeway distributes its products through a network of grocery chains and health food stores, and has expanded internationally to regions including Mexico, Europe, South Africa, and the Middle East.
