Prairie Farms Family of Companies Introduces Red, White & Boom Ice Cream
The Heroes Edition flavor celebrates America’s 250th and supports the company’s commitment to Folds of Honor
EDWARDSVILLE, IL — April 29, 2026 — In celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, the Prairie Farms Family of Companies is proud to introduce Red, White & Boom Ice Cream, a heroes edition offering available from both Prairie Farms and Hiland Dairy.
More than a seasonal flavor, Red, White & Boom reflects the company’s ongoing commitment to Folds of Honor, with a pledge to fund fifty, $5,000 academic scholarships for the families of America’s fallen or disabled military and first responders.
Red, White & Boom also represents an important step forward in the company’s commitment to eliminating artificial colors, aligning with growing consumer preference for more natural ingredients and clean label products.
Featuring strawberry, vanilla, and blueberry flavored real ice cream, Red, White & Boom is a fun, colorful mix of sweet flavors that feels made for hot days and cold scoops. Available for a limited time, the product is meant to be part of meaningful moments, from Memorial Day and Independence Day to everyday gatherings with family and friends.
“Red, White & Boom is a fun, nostalgic flavor that captures the spirit of summer while reinforcing our commitment to eliminating artificial colors in our ice cream products,” said Ryan Murphy, Vice President of Marketing & Communication for Prairie Farms. “We are proud to honor our heroes, celebrate America’s 250th, and enhance our support of Folds of Honor and their mission.”
Red, White & Boom Ice Cream will be available at participating retailers throughout Prairie Farms and Hiland Dairy markets beginning in May.
For more information about the companies’ partnership with Folds of Honor, please visit prairiefarms.com/foh or hilanddairy.com/foh.
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About the Prairie Farms Family of Companies
Prairie Farms is one of the largest and most successful dairy cooperatives operating in the Midwest and South. The cooperative includes more than 500 farm families, 7,000 associates, 48 manufacturing plants, and over 100 distribution facilities, with annual sales exceeding $4.69 billion. Prairie Farms is a nationally recognized leader in the dairy industry, setting the standard for milk flavor innovations and producing award-winning milk, cheese, and cultured dairy products. With headquarters in Edwardsville, Ill., Prairie Farms’ distribution footprint covers over 30 percent of the United States. For more information, visit www.prairiefarms.com.
Hiland Dairy is a leading farmer-owned dairy foods company headquartered in Springfield, Missouri. Hiland’s widely loved products include milk, dips, cottage cheese, flavored milk, sour cream, yogurt, ice cream, butter, cheese, and eggnog. The company also produces and distributes other beverages such as Red Diamond Tea, lemonade, and fresh juices. Hiland employs 4,000 people across Arkansas, Iowa, Kansas, Louisiana, Missouri, Nebraska, Oklahoma, Tennessee, and Texas. Hiland’s milk comes from local farmer-owners just miles from its processing plants, where it goes from farm to shelf within 48 hours. Learn more at www.hilanddairy.com.
