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As a single mother embarks on her journey to better health, she seeks portable snacks that provide energy and support glucose control. With research highlighting the benefits of whey protein and innovative dairy processing, manufacturers are stepping up to meet the demands of busy consumers.

Danone North America division is offering three new products.

As we prepare to welcome 2026, exciting changes are on the horizon for Dairy Foods, including an expanded focus on membrane technology and a dedicated Health and Wellness issue coming this June. Stay tuned for insightful articles, Processor Profiles, and the return of beloved awards.

This limited-time Old-Fashioned Eggnog, a brand of LALA U.S., invites consumers to "take a break and savor the season" with this creamy, dreamy product.

In the case of U.S. dairy exports, no “rebelling” is needed, particularly since price is powerful. For all the concern about trade wars, slowing global economic growth, shipping issues and de-globalization, U.S. dairy exports have been strong for products where U.S. prices have been relatively cheap over the past year.

Distribution kicks off this year in the United States at major retailers, with Canada set to welcome the line in 2026. 

Developed in collaboration with professional baristas, the new pistachio variety brings the series’ signature performance and balance to one of today’s fastest-growing café trends.  

This dual-flavor pairs rich chocolate gelato with creamy pistachio gelato, elegantly swirled with a vibrant pistachio ribbon and finished with Dubai-style chocolate kataifi bark crafted exclusively for G.S. Gelato. 

Despite a decline in the ready-to-drink (RTD) category, bottled fruit juice blends grew 8% YoY to $490 million, with unit sales up 4% to 124 million. Bottled pineapple juice rose 15% to $106 million, and smoothies surged 43% to $64.6 million.

Let’s go beyond just plant-based milk and take a look at some of the dairy alternative beverages that were introduced this year.