Our Story
Our Achievements
Dedication to Innovation
Since our founding in 1953, Sargento has been dedicated to innovation. We do what we do for the love of 100% real, natural cheese; from ahead-of-its-time packaging to unique varieties, from industry firsts to industry bests.
1953
Sargento Offers The First Pre-Cut Cheese For Convenience
The First Logo Conveys An Italian Flair
1954
Sammy Sargento Marches Onto The Scene As Our First Spokescharacter
1955
Cheese Stays Fresher As Sargento Introduces The First Vacuum Packages
First Packaged Sliced Cheese Created For More Convenience
1958
Sargento Reshapes The Cheese Industry With First Shredded Cheeses
1969
Changing The Face Of The Dairy Case With The “Peg Bar”
Sargento Mixes It Up With First Shredded Cheese Blends
1973
Sargento Hits The Airwaves With First TV Ad
1983
Sargento Adds “Fancy” Cut To Shredded Cheese Line
1986
Reclosing The Opening With The First Resealable Packaging
1988
Sargento MooTown Snackers® Snack Cheese Appeals To Children And Their Moms
1991
Reducing The Fat, Keeping The Flavor
Leonard Gentine Receives Recognition As National Cheese Laureate
1994
Enhancing Family-Favorite Meals With Recipe Blends® Shredded Cheese
2001
Our Packages Close Even Easier With Slide-Rite® Zippered Freshness Seal
2012