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There has perhaps been only one change to the recent sports nutrition market, but it is significant: the industry is no longer just about elite athletes who weightlift or seek to train for a sports event like a marathon or triathlon.

As we mentioned in our April “Outlook Report,” the global ready-to-drink (RTD) beverage market is expected to surpass $800 billion this year, reaching $1.2 trillion in 2032, according to Fortune Business Insights. 

With nostalgic delights like Pink Bubble Gum and Toasted S'mores out now, and a second flavor drop on July 3, Jeni's latest release captures the bliss of summertime with six limited-edition flavors, the company said.

As you perhaps read in our May “Market Trends” report, these are golden years for cultured dairy products, driven by TikTok influencers and health and wellness trends. 

Two-thirds of U.S. shoppers said they have consumed milk in the past month. Additionally, when looking for a good source of protein, 32% of U.S. shoppers said they look for packaged foods that contain dairy, according to a 2025 report from St. Louis-based Nextin Research by MarketPlace.

Mozzarella Melts joins existing classics in the line such as American, extra sharp cheddar and pepper jack.

Judges from across the dairy industry selected the NMSU team for best meeting this year’s challenge: developing a dairy-forward product aligned with consumer interest in heart health and weight management.

Everyone loves ice cream, and today's manufacturers are creating a vast array of flavors, textures and formats.

With adjectives like stretchy, cheesy and crumbly, cheese has several textures, while flavors range from salty or sharp to nutty or creamy. From mozzarella used as a pizza topping to ricotta cheese in a lasagna to melty cheddar on top of a chargrilled burger, the superlatives around cheese don’t quit.

Congress is considering legislation that would once again allow schools to serve whole milk to their students. Earlier this year, the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act was reintroduced with bipartisan support in both the House and Senate.