About USDF

Empowering the Dairy & Food Industry

US Dairy & Foods Consulting LLC operates at the intersection of science, technology, and business. We are an independent, execution-focused firm providing strategic advisory, technical due diligence, and hands-on leadership for complex innovation and transformation initiatives.

Dr. Hasmukh Patel

20+ Years

International Experience

Meet Our Founder

Dr. Hasmukh Patel, Ph.D.

Dr. Hasmukh Patel is a globally recognized dairy and food science leader with over 20 years of international experience across the USA, New Zealand, Europe, China, and India. He holds a Ph.D. in Food Technology from Massey University (New Zealand) and advanced degrees in Dairy Science and Technology.

Dr. Patel currently serves as Chief Science & Innovation Officer at Nutracom LLC and is the Founder and President of US Dairy & Foods Consulting LLC. His prior leadership roles include Senior Director of Global R&D at Mengniu Dairy Group (China), Vice President of R&D at Whitehall Specialties (now Ornua), and Technical Director & R&D Fellow at Land O’Lakes, Inc. Earlier in his career, he served as faculty at South Dakota State University and spent more than a decade at Fonterra Research & Development Centre in New Zealand.

Credentials & Global Recognition

  • Inventor / co-inventor of 10+ patents and proprietary technologies
  • Author of 100+ peer-reviewed publications, book chapters, and invited presentations
  • Recipient of multiple international awards in dairy and food science
  • Expert advisor to FAO/WHO on protein quality and global nutrition initiatives
Plymouth, MN, USA
Founded 2019

Our Vision

To be the leading consulting firm that empowers dairy and food businesses with cutting-edge solutions, fostering innovation, sustainability, and excellence in the industry.

Our Mission

We strive to deliver strategic insights and customized solutions that enhance food safety, quality, and efficiency, ensuring long-term success for our clients in the ever-evolving food and dairy sector.

Our Philosophy

Our Strength, Our Teamwork

Seamless collaboration and shared values drive excellence in every project we undertake.

Passion

Deep commitment to the dairy and food industry drives our work.

Collaboration

Seamless teamwork ensuring comprehensive solutions for clients.

Precision

Attention to detail in every project we undertake.

Innovation

Constantly exploring new technologies and methodologies.

Our Work

Project Gallery

A glimpse into our facilities, projects, and the excellence we bring to the dairy and food industry.

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Our Journey

Milestones & Growth

2019

Company Founded

Dr. Hasmukh Patel establishes US Dairy & Foods Consulting LLC in Plymouth, MN.

2020

Expanding Services

Added comprehensive R&D and product development services to our portfolio.

2022

Industry Recognition

Partnered with major industry leaders including General Mills and Amul.

2024

100+ Projects

Reached milestone of over 100 successful projects delivered across 5 industry sectors.

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