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5 new dairy foods to celebrate National Dairy Month

June 6, 2012

It’s National Dairy Month and we’re highlighting five new dairy foods to help celebrate the benefits of dairy in a well-balanced diet.

Parmesan crisps from Kitchen Table Bakers

June 6, 2012

Basil Pesto is the newest flavor in the 100% cheese Parmesan Crisps line from Kitchen Table Bakers, Syosset, N.Y. Other flavors paired with the cheese include sesame, rosemary, Italian herbs, garlic and jalapeno.

Hershey's bulk ice cream

June 6, 2012

Hershey’s Creamery Co., Harrisburg, Pa., maker of Hershey’s Real Premium Ice Cream adds three new flavors to its line. These new flavors — Frosted Cupcake, Sweet Peach Cobbler and Malt Shoppe Crunch — are initially planned for bulk release only.

GlenOaks drinkable yogurts

June 6, 2012

GlenOaks Farms, Laguna Beach, Calif., is introducing an improved formula to its drinkable yogurt line.

Chevre spreadable goat cheese

June 6, 2012

Belle Chevre, Elkmont, Ala., introduces a new Original Spreadable Goat Cheese. This cheese has won a number of first place awards from the American Cheese Society under its previous name, fromage blanc. The new 6-ounce container has biodegradable packaging and retails for $6.99.

Market Trends: Unit sales drop for refrigerated juices

In the last 52 weeks, unit sales dropped 2.8% in the refrigerated juices and drinks category, but processors were able to increase prices an average of 11 cents.

June 6, 2012

The refrigerated juices and drinks category includes orange, apple, cranberry, grape, blended fruits and other flavors. Lemonade and vegetable drinks also fall under this umbrella. In the 52 weeks ended April 15, total sales in the category were $4.4 billion, an increase of 0.9%. Unit sales fell 2.8% to 1.55 billion. The only bright spot in the category was an average price increase of 11 cents. The data come from SymphonyIRI Group, Chicago.

Award-winning yogurt is as American as apple pie

June 6, 2012

Apple Pie Parfait by The YoCrunch Co. was named the most innovative cultured dairy product at a recent competition judged by dairy professionals. The yogurt-based dessert contains pieces of real apple and a cinnamon-crunch crust topping.

New creative dairy dishes in restaurants

In addition to old standbys like mac and cheese, restaurant chains create dishes like spicy beef queso and Parmesan-crusted walleye.

June 6, 2012

Restaurant operators keep things fresh by revamping their menus and developing new dishes. The dairy foods industry has benefitted big time. Cheese, ice cream, sour cream and other dairy foods are appearing throughout these new menus. They are incorporated into appetizers, main and side dishes, desserts and beverages.

Butter

Minerva Dairy partners with Ilios Dairy Brands to launch a Greek yogurt butter

June 5, 2012

Minerva Dairy and Ilios Dairy Brands launch a new product — butter made with Greek yogurt.

National Dairy Month

The California dairy industry answers questions about milk

June 4, 2012

Have you ever wondered which milk is best for you and your family? For National Dairy Month, the California Milk Processor Board and the Dairy Council of California are educating consumers on the various milk options available today and how their choices could make a difference in their overall health. "Dairy milk has been a part of the American lifestyle for centuries, but families still have many questions about this beverage," says Ashley Rosales, Registered Dietitian for Dairy Council of California.