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Minneapolis-based Crystal Farms Dairy Co. said it is meeting consumer demands for alternatives to carbohydrate-heavy sandwiches and wraps by launching new Crystal Farms Cheese Wraps.

Like many other U.S. retail food categories, the ice cream category has been awash with innovation during the past few years. From lower-sugar, higher-protein formulations and portion-controlled offerings to "ice cream" that's ... well ... not really ice cream.

Danone North America, headquartered in White Plains, N.Y., and Broomfield, Colo., added two flavors to its Two Good Greek lowfat yogurt line: Raspberry and Mango Hibiscus.

STōK, a brand of Danone North America, headquartered in White Plains, N.Y., and Broomfield, Colo. introduced Fueled creamers.

Halfway through the family-owned Baker Cheese Inc. plant in St. Cloud, Wis., you'll come upon a kind of magical lazy river of cheese. Different sizes and varieties of the company's low-moisture, part-skim mozzarella string cheese float through a stream of brine.

Some people, including, most famously, Steve Jobs, say that it is better to focus on one thing and do it well. Off a nondescript state highway in east-central Wisconsin, Baker Cheese Inc. is proving the adage to be true.

Crave Brothers Farmstead Cheese, Waterloo, Wis., introduced Chocolate mascarpone.

Tillamook County Creamery Association, Tillamook, Ore., introduced Tillamook Farmstyle cream cheese spread in 7-ounce tubs.

Président, a brand of the Lactalis Group, Laval, France, said it released three new cheese and snacking products: creamy brie with truffles, French Pairing Plates in sweet and savory flavors, and Snacking Cups in Pub Cheese and Rondelé varieties.

Like all other food categories, the yogurt market is creating new products to attract more consumers. Although there is no definition for these "specialty yogurts," they typically reflect trends found in many other food categories, including international styles, indulgent and botanical flavors, added protein and fiber, sugar reduction, artisanal recipes and more.