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As the new year begins, the dairy industry faces exciting changes driven by evolving consumer demands and innovation. From the rising focus on protein to the unique offerings at Smith Brothers Farms, this month’s insights highlight key trends and technologies shaping the future of dairy. Join us as we explore what lies ahead in 2026.

Tne new 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGA) affirms dairy products' central role in federal nutrition recommendations, recommends Americans consume three servings of dairy each day, including whole milk, yogurt, cheese, and other dairy products.

In celebration of the upcoming fourth season of Bridgerton, Jeni’s has created two limited-edition flavors that capture the fantastical decadence of the Regency Era and popular Netflix and Shondaland series. Each flavor will debut individually, mirroring the show’s Season 4 two-batch release on Jan. 29 and Feb. 26.

Danone hosted a six-hour event solely about protein at its Louisville, Colo., headquarters, featuring interactive experiences, a tour of its Pilot Plant, educational sessions, and more.

Ice cream sales declined slightly for the 52 weeks ending Nov. 2, with dollar sales at $7.5 billion and unit sales down 3%. Meanwhile, ice milk and frozen desserts are growing in popularity.

Scott Dahl, chief creative officer at Nordeast Marketing Group, discusses dairy marketing in Episode 60 of the “Let’s Talk Dairy” podcast. He has previously worked at Betty, BBDO, and OLSON in various industries.

Together, the brands are launching four sophisticated products, each crafted to transform any space into a scented daydream with notes of Bing cherries, jasmine clouds, and whipped marshmallows: the Cloud Studio Pro Diffuser, inspired by Museum of Ice Cream's signature dreamlike aesthetic, compatible Daydream Pro-Pod Oils, and the richly fragranced Daydream Candle.

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Danish pharmaceutical manufacturer Novo Nordisk announced that the FDA approved the Wegovy pill (once-daily oral semaglutide 25 mg) to reduce excess body weight and adverse cardiovascular events.

Aseptic and extended-shelf-life (ESL) production lines offer a promising opportunity for dairy processors, particularly as aseptic juice sales have increased by nearly 7%, reaching $2.6 billion. The global aseptic packaging market is expected to grow significantly, rising from $80 billion in 2024 to $185.8 billion by 2032.