COOPERATIVE REGIONS OF ORGANIC PRODUCER POOLS COOPERATIVE (CROPP), commonly known as Organic Valley, is an independent cooperative of organic farmers founded in 1988 in La Farge, Wisconsin. The organization was established by a group of family farmers who shared a commitment to sustainable agriculture and organic farming practices. CROPP has grown to become one of the largest organic farmer-owned cooperatives in North America, representing approximately 1,800 family farms across the United States. The cooperative specializes in producing and marketing organic dairy products, eggs, meat, produce, and other agricultural commodities. Organic Valley, their primary consumer brand, is widely recognized in the natural and organic food sector. The cooperative operates under a unique business model where farmers maintain ownership and control of the organization, ensuring fair pay for their products and maintaining high organic standards. CROPP has been instrumental in developing organic agriculture standards and promoting sustainable farming practices in the United States. The cooperative provides its members with technical support, marketing services, and stable pricing structures. Their commitment to organic farming extends beyond production to include environmental stewardship, animal welfare, and rural community development. The organization maintains strict organic certification requirements and quality control measures across its network of family farms.