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Dah! expands lassi yogurt smoothie line

The company added Peach with Honey, Vanilla with Cardamom and Strawberry with Mint flavors.

May 20, 2021

Boston-based Dah! says it expanded its lassi yogurt smoothie line with three new flavor profiles showcasing brand new packaging.

2021 Dairy Symposium slated for July 12-13

The event is a comprehensive program focusing on issues impacting all dairy processors.

May 18, 2021

The Wisconsin Dairy Products Association (WDPA) said its 2021 Dairy Symposium will be held July 12-13 at The Landmark Resort in Door County, Wis.

Dairy industry urges USTR to initiate dispute settlement case to address Canadian TRQ allocations

Several months post-consultations, it is not readily apparent that progress has been made on resolving Canada’s circumvention of its trade obligations.

May 17, 2021

A group of 67 dairy companies and associations urged U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) Katherine Tai to initiate a dispute settlement case with the Canadian government over its dairy tariff-rate quota (TRQ) administration if ongoing consultations and a U.S. Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) Free Trade Commission meeting do not result in immediate resolution.

Dairy briefs

News from dairy processors, associations and suppliers.

May 14, 2021

Chobani LLC, Norwich, N.Y., said it will hold its first-ever virtual career fair on May 18, between 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. ET.

Real California Milk Excelerator competition returns

Boasting a new name, the third edition of the CMAB dairy product innovation competition, with innovation consultancy VentureFuel, will award up to $650,000 in prizes for new dairy products that support performance and recovery benefits.

May 14, 2021

The California Milk Advisory Board (CMAB), Tracy, Calif., announced the return of its annual dairy innovation competition with a new name and increased focus on advancing excellence in functional dairy product development.

Tap into the capabilities of bacterial cultures for dairy

Many of today’s cultures, especially for yogurt, can also provide mild flavors and thick, creamy textures.

K.J. Burrington

May 7, 2021

Bacteria have never had a greater role in cultured dairy products than today. It used to be that companies purchased cultures only for the types of flavors and rate of acid production needed, but now they can add texture development and health benefits to the list.

Fair Trade USA, Chobani launch certification program for U.S. dairy industry

Chobani debuts first-ever Fair Trade Certified dairy items on national retail shelves.

May 6, 2021

Fair Trade USA, Oakland, Calif., and Norwich, N.Y.-based Chobani LLC announced the launch of a groundbreaking certification program for U.S. dairy farms and cooperatives.

World Dairy Expo Championship Dairy Product Contest issues call for judges

The 2021 contest will include 93 different dairy product categories.

May 6, 2021

Wisconsin Dairy Products Association (WDPA), Middleton, Wis., said it will be sponsoring its 18th annual World Dairy Expo Championship Dairy Product Contest this year.

Dairy checkoff working with entrepreneurs to address industry challenges

DMI said it is partnering with Venture Winston Grants, which designed a competition where startup companies may apply for funding that will allow them to incorporate dairy into their concepts.

May 4, 2021

Dairy Management Inc. (DMI) said it entered a partnership that will provide access to a network of inventors and entrepreneurs tasked with providing marketplace solutions for industry challenges focused on health and sustainability.

Land O’Lakes unveils American Connection Corps for young leaders

The program will support 50 fellows in rural and urban communities across America working to improve broadband connectivity and digital inclusion.

April 27, 2021

Land O’Lakes Inc., a cooperative based in Arden Hills, Minn., announced the formation of a new program for young leaders aimed at a boots-on-the-ground effort to boost local internet connectivity and the benefits it provides.