Cheese products made in Jämsä for over 20 years

Jokilaakson Juusto is a small and agile company that has found its place among large companies during its twenty years of operation.

We serve both the food industry and consumers in a truly customer-oriented manner. We seek solutions for various needs together with our customers.

Authentic flavors are the starting point for product development. Superb ingredients and simple, traditional recipes are our cornestones.

We have received several recognitions and won awards in Finland and worldwide. For example we were People´s Choice in European Organic Food Innovation Award of 2019 and a finalist of World Plant-Based Awards in 2020.

How it all started

Our factory is located in Jämsä, with convenient transport connections. Jämsä was naturally selected as an establishment, as the local cheese processing tradition extends far. In the 1960s, the local creamery was the first to start packaging ready-to-sell cheese in Finland. Cheese packaging operations continued in Jämsä until 1997. Jokilaakson Juusto Oy’s production began in 2004.

We started from scratch: there were no machines, suppliers, staff, let alone consumers, Luomanperä says

Production facilities and electronic control systems have been constantly renewed and developed. Production lines have been modernized and new lines introduced. Thanks to this, our product range has expanded considerably. Our competent and committed staff is our most important resource. Everyone does everything. This increases both the meaning of the work and the flexibility of our production. We are proud that turnover in staff is low. We have a bit more than thirty employees.

We received the BRC certificate in 2023

In 2023, We proudly achieved the BRC Global Standard for Food Safety certification, underscoring our ongoing dedication to excellence and safety in food production. This prestigious recognition places us at the forefront of the industry, reinforcing our commitment to delivering high-quality and safe products to our consumers.

In 2010, we received the ISO 22000 certificate, laying the groundwork for our comprehensive approach to food safety. This certification enhanced our management of internal processes, minimized the risks of failures, and sharpened our focus on critical food security challenges. It also boosted consumer and customer trust, transparency, and our competitiveness.

Striving for continuous quality development and to remain competitive in the changing market situation, we expanded our quality system to include the FSSC 22000 certificate in May 2015.

Oiva control

Oiva is a publication system for food-control information coordinated by the Finnish Food Authority. Oiva encourages companies to ensure their food hygiene and product safety. In everyday operations Oiva is the most visible in publishing Oiva reports of inspections conducted by the food inspectors. Inspections are carried out in accordance with the Oiva evaluation guidelines. Oiva is based on the valid regulations as set forth in the food legislation, and no additional requirements are placed on a company’s operation or the operator’s responsibilities when following the Oiva system instructions. Oiva harmonises inspection practices throughout Finland.

Please find our Oiva control report here.