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Just in time for summer sipping, Target Corp., Minneapolis, introduces a line of private-label, lightly sweetened, ready-to-drink flavored teas in 16.9-fluid-ounce plastic bottles.

Whether it’s getting scoops at the local scoop shop, trying out the new sundae at a carnival or chasing down the ice cream truck for a bevy of sweet treats, ice cream and summertime go hand in hand.

In May, Danone’s German division switched to a plastic made from plants (not oil) for its Activia yogurt packaging sold in Germany. The new yogurt pack uses a corn-based plastic called Ingeo from NatureWorks, Minnetonka, Minn. Vermont-based Stonyfield Farm converted its four-pack multicups to the same material in October 2010 (see Dairy Foods, November 2010).

If you operate a family business, you might be the second or third generation at the helm. Grandchildren in the executive suite (along with grand nephews and nieces) abound in dairy processing.

 Even though almost all the yogurt sold in the United States is made from cow’s milk, other mammal milks are benefitting from the recent  yogurt boom. 

 Dips are big business, as Canadian retailer Loblaw’s Inc., headquartered in Ontario, recognizes.  

 Sour cream is “in” these days. 

 Notable introductions of new sour cream products come from Kraft Foods Inc., Northfield, Ill., which is extending its Breakstone’s brand with dips and toppings.  

 In South Africa, Hijke’s new spoonable yogurt is described as being the first refrigerated yogurt made according to Slow Food principles. 

 In Australia, Old Fashioned Foods’ Hansells Real Yoghurt brand introduced Greek Style Yoghurt Mix.