Grupo Gloria suspends operation of Colombia plant: what will happen to the Algarra brands and California juices?

Portafolio Journalist 03.16.2026 07:45 Updated: 03.16.2026 10:47

Grupo Gloria suspends operation of Colombia plant: what will happen to the Algarra brands and California juices?

TL;DR

  • Grupo Gloria is ending its dairy production in Colombia after 14 years.
  • The Cogua factory's dairy operations, including brands Algarra and Lechesán, will cease.
  • Production of other products, such as California juices, will continue at the Simijaca plant.
  • The company is reorienting its focus to beverage categories with higher growth potential.
  • Colombian milk producers are concerned about a 1.3% price increase for milk, which they deem insufficient given rising costs.
  • Production costs, including minimum wage, fuel, transport, energy, and agricultural inputs, have significantly increased.