Dairy Foods & Beverages - Articles

Coffee and dairy are natural partners

Specialty coffees are experiencing record growth.

Sharon Gerdes Health and Wellness editor of Dairy Foods

January 18, 2021

A 2015 study by Auburn University found that by consuming 155 milligrams of caffeine, college athletes shaved an average of two strokes off their golf scores. Could a Starbucks Tripleshot help me break 100?

Chobani unveils ready-to-drink cold-brew coffees

The line represents the company’s first coffee products and features Chobani’s “oatmilk” and dairy creamers.

January 14, 2021

Chobani, Norwich, N.Y., said it is launching Chobani Coffee — a ready-to-drink (RTD) line of coffees crafted with single-origin cold brew and featuring Chobani’s “oatmilks” and dairy creamers.

Boursin releases dairy-free version of its fan-favorite Garlic & Herbs spread

The cheese alternative offering includes a recyclable cup and lid.

January 14, 2021

Boursin, a brand of Chicago-based Bel Brands USA, unveiled a dairy-free cheese spread alternative in the fan-favorite Garlic & Herbs flavor.

Dairy briefs

News from dairy processors, associations and suppliers.

January 12, 2021

Organic Valley, La Farge, Wis., announced the appointment of three senior leaders as vice presidents of the cooperative.

Fend off bacteriophage in cheese plants

Certain preventive measures can reduce phage presence.

John A. Lucey Ph.D., Director, Center for Dairy Research

January 12, 2021

Cheese is a "living" food due to the presence of different types of bacteria and sometimes yeast and mold, depending on the cheese variety. Like any other living thing, the bacteria used in cheese can get sick.

Bel Brands launches the Babybel Plus+ functional cheese snacks

The snacks include added benefits such as probiotics and vitamins.

January 11, 2021

Babybel, a brand of Chicago-based Bel Brands USA Inc., said it will introduce a range of functional dairy snacks this February in two varieties: Babybel Plus+ Probiotic and Babybel Plus+ Vitamins.

Maryland & Virginia Milk Producers Cooperative Association is delivering on promises

The cooperative produces milk and other dairy products that are ‘fresh from the farm to fridge’ and ‘100% local.’

Kathie Canning

January 11, 2021

Maola Local Dairies, the signature brand from Maryland & Virginia Milk Producers Cooperative Association Inc. (MDVA), covers dairy products touted as being "fresh from farm to fridge" and "100% local."

M.A.D. Foods launches finishing butters

The line also is available in dairy-free versions.

January 8, 2021

New York-based M.A.D. Foods says it unveiled everyday finishing butters. The four dairy butters, with a minimum 82% butterfat, come in Black Truffle, Fire-Roasted Jalapeño, Roasted Garlic and Parmesan Herb flavors.

Danone North America introduces high-protein Oikos Pro line

The line includes yogurt cups and drinks.

January 6, 2021

According to Danone North America, based in White Plains, N.Y., and Broomfield, Colo., people are always looking for ways to incorporate more high-quality protein into their diets.

Maryland & Virginia Milk Producers Cooperative Association is embracing the winds of change

With a recent shift in its go-to-market strategy and an emphasis on ‘fresh and local,’ the cooperative is positioned for growth.

Kathie Canning

January 6, 2021

Maryland & Virginia Milk Producers Cooperative Association Inc. (MDVA) lays claim to much more than a long name. The Reston, Va.-based dairy cooperative also boasts an impressively long history, celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2020.