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MOIC Boston spans nearly 13,000 square feet over two floors. MOIC Boston is the brand's sixth permanent global location. 

Dippin' Dots fans will be able to enjoy the beloved beaded ice cream brand in a new format in individually portioned cups.

Overall, ice cream/sherbet sales rose by 3% year over (YoY) to $8.6 billion for the 52 weeks ending Aug. 11, according to Chicago-based market research firm Circana. Unit sales picked up 0.5% YoY to 1.84 billion.

Beginning Nov. 15 through January 31, the seasonal desserts include the Peppermint Bark Shake, Peppermint Bark Dazzler, and Peppermint Bark ice cream, available in a chocolate and peppermint candy-dipped waffle cone.

Company is also offering free shipping to customers who spend $65 or more and use a promo code at checkout for a limited time.

This holiday season, heritage brands McConnell’s Fine Ice Cream and Martinelli’s are back again with their limited edition, festive flavor collaboration: Apple Cider & Cranberry Jam.

The battle of dairy versus plant-based products continues to intensify with recent campaigns featuring celebrities on both sides of the coin. The “Got Milk?,” “Milk Does a Body Good” and newer campaigns have faced competition from “Ditch Milk” and other anti-milk advertising efforts. 

Announcement was made during the National Association of Convenience Stores show.

Although eCommerce may not be for all dairy processors, it can definitely be an option for additional revenues. In fact, Euromonitor International reported the number of Americans utilizing online grocery services skyrocketed from 13% before the pandemic to some 26% in 2022. 

The companies are also announced the one-day position of their new chief floats officer, professional dancer Alan Bersten, to celebrate this occasion.