Sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility at Dean Foods

Dean Foods is the largest processor of milk and dairy products in the U.S., and continued success
means making the right long-term choices for our stakeholders. We have an opportunity to address
climate change not only by making our company more sustainable, but also by helping our supply chain
do the same. Since 2008, when we first created publicly reported sustainability goals, we’ve focused on
both – reducing our environmental impact while lowering our costs. Although our company has changed
dramatically in recent years, we continue to focus on operating in a way that is right for us, right for
consumers, right for our customers and right for the environment. To do this, we have become more
efficient in the way we operate, embraced partnerships with industry experts and organizations, and
expanded our culture of continuous improvement. These actions lead to more responsible and more
efficient choices, which can lower our costs and improve our business. We have become an
environmental leader in our industry and we are proud of the progress we’ve made.

Environmental Sustainability

An industry leader in sustainability.
At Dean Foods, we’re always striving for better – and that cycle of continuous improvement applies to the way we affect the environment.

We see protecting the world around us as one of our responsibilities. After all, Mother Nature has blessed us with her nutritious products and plays a vital role in every one of our foods and beverages.

Community Impact and Philanthropy

The Dean Foods Foundation is a way for us to make structured contributions to causes and organizations that share our values.

What these organizations have in common is their role in nourishing communities, from addressing childhood hunger to responsible agriculture that gets fresh, flavorful food off to the best possible start.