Quality is one of the highest values at Rupp, and is promoted in many diverse ways. From the highest technical standards in quality management to sustainable “quality assurance” of our natural resources.
What quality means to us
Quality means something very special at Rupp. The challenge of our corporate philosophy – S’BESCHTE ECK VOM KÄS – is to achieve the BEST in every regard. Starting with the procurement of ingredients to the recipes and production processes to delivery.
It is especially in these challenging times that the quality of a business relationship becomes indispensable. Rupp is a reliable partner that brings the special quality of a family company to collaborations. We want to grow together with our partners.
Laura Rupp
Certification and quality management
The production facilities and processes at Rupp are certified to the highest international standards.
We work according to a strict HACCP concept that guarantees the safety of our foods and protection for the consumer. Adherence to all legal regulations and standards is self-evident to us. All Rupp sites are regularly inspected by independent institutions and auditors with regard to food safety.
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Our certifications
IFS Since 2003 BRC Since 2005 TPM Since 2005 Halal Since 2011 
Seal of Quality and Quality Labels
Cheese isn’t just a matter of taste. The quality and originality of our cheese specialities is confirmed by the most varied seals of quality and quality labels.
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Our seals of approval
AMA, protected designation of origin (PDO), Heumilch, Austria Bio Guarantee
Awards
Both the innovations as well as the traditional cheese specialities of the Rupp group of companies are repeatedly presented with the highest awards.
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Our Awards
Here is an excerpt of our awards:
Käse-Kaiser
Rupp has won the Käse-Kaiser award 19 times, and was awarded the Special Käse-Kaiser for special performance in export. In 2021, Alma Vorarlberger Bergkäse g.U. 6 month Lutzenreute received the coveted award.World Cheese Award 2021
6x silver:- Alma Vorarlberger Bergkäse g.U., aged for at least 12 months, Alma Bergsennerei Lutzenreute
- Alma Vorarlberger Bergkäse g.U., aged for at least 12 months, Alma Bergsennerei Hinteregg
- Alma Vorarlberger Bergkäse g.U., aged for at least 12 months, Alma Bergsennerei Schnepfau
- Alma Alp Cheese aged, Alpe Annalp
- Alma Alp Cheese aged, Alpe Kesenza
- Alma Hubaner Kaiser, Alma Bergsennerei Huban
6x Bronze:
- Alma Vorarlberger Bergkäse g.U., aged for at least 10 months, Alma Bergsennerei Lutzenreute
- Alma Vorarlberger Bergkäse g.U., aged for at least 6 months, Alma Bergsennerei Hinteregg
- Alma Vorarlberger Bergkäse g.U., aged for at least 10 months, Alma Bergsennerei Hinteregg
- Alma Vorarlberger Bergkäse g.U., aged for at least 6 months, Alma Bergsennerei Schnepfau
- Alma Vorarlberger Bergkäse g.U., aged for at least 10 months, Alma Bergsennerei Schnepfau
- Alma Alpkäse aged, Alpe Unterhirschberg
Cash Top Innovation
- 2022 Rupp Black Pepper Slices
- 2021 Rupp Finest Spread with Cheddar
Kasermandl 2021
Gold
- Alma Dairy Butter Alma Bergsennerei Huban
- Alma Vorarlberger Bergkäse g.U., aged for at least 10 months
- Alma Vorarlberger Bergkäse g.U., aged for at least 6 months, Alma Bergsennerei Hinteregg
Silver
- Alma Vorarlberger Bergkäse g.U., aged for at least 6 months, Alma Bergsennerei Lutzenreute
From responsibility for the next generation
As a fourth-generation family company, thinking and acting sustainably is self-evident to us.
More about sustainabilityImportant to know and to maintain:
Rupp is not only dedicated to sustainability with its brand Alma for maintenance of the unique Vorarlberg cheese culture and cultural landscape.
- 40% of Vorarlberg is alpine area
- Three level agriculture (UNESCO cultural heritage)
- Vorarlberg has the largest connected hay-fed milk region in Europe
- “Vorarlberg Alp- and Bergkäse” as a traditional regional cheese speciality
