This monopolistic position has led to criticism of Tine when shortages occur.

Tine is the most dominant of the thirteen agricultural cooperatives in Norway.

The Tine name has been used as an easily identifiable brand name since 1992 for the company's dairy products.

[3] TINE SA is one of the 13 farmer-owned nationwide cooperatives that are members of the interest organization Norsk Landbrukssamvirke.

The "tine" is a traditional Norwegian wooden container, not unlike the Shaker-style pantry box, which could be used to keep butter and cheese fresh.