Dairy Foods Columnists - Articles

Making the case for dairy proteins

Plant-based alternatives do not have the same protein benefits as dairy foods

September 24, 2019

Consumers are interested in food trends, including plant-based foods. While households may sometimes buy plant-based products, almost all still purchase dairy overall. That's a good thing, because not all proteins are equal.

Understand fluctuating global dairy demand

Things aren’t always as they seem

Nate Donnay

September 16, 2019

There have been some interesting shifts in the global trade of dairy products that aren't apparent on the surface. Chinese milk-equivalent import growth slowed from 13% in the first quarter of 2019 to an estimated 1.7% in the second quarter.

Optimize the performance of dairy ingredients in yogurt

Start by determining whether a milk protein or a whey protein ingredient will fit your needs

K.J. Burrington

September 12, 2019

The yogurt category includes a growing list of diverse products, many of which use dairy ingredients to contribute to their nutrition and overall sensory experience.

The case for increased accessibility of dairy products

The dairy industry is urging policymakers to make four common-sense changes to benefit children, families participating in government-funded nutrition programs.

J. David Carlin

September 5, 2019

This fall, Congress will consider legislation to reauthorize federal child nutrition programs, including the school meals programs and the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children.

Consider the cost per unit of sweetness for frozen desserts

Steven Young

Bill Sipple

September 4, 2019

Sweeteners of all types are used in frozen desserts for a variety of straightforward reasons.

Milk proteins make you strong inside

Industry communicates the nutritional and functional superiority of dairy protein

Sharon Gerdes

September 4, 2019

The Hartman Group's "Health + Wellness 2019" study revealed that 60% of consumers are seeking to increase protein in their diet.

Buying 3-A-certified equipment can expedite the regulatory process

The 3-A Symbol tells state and federal regulators that equipment meets a hygienic standard

Gabriel Miller

August 26, 2019

Equipment without a 3-A Symbol may cost less than equipment bearing the symbol, but buyers must be aware that the price paid for equipment is often not the actual cost.

Avoid top food safety issues in cheese plants

A proper facility design, environmental monitoring programs are key

John A. Lucey Ph.D., Director, Center for Dairy Research

August 22, 2019

Manufacturing safe, wholesome products is the most important aspect of any dairy foods business. And the foundation for producing these products are rigorous food safety and sanitation programs in a properly designed facility.

What a hyper-partisan political world spells for dairy policy

Political uncertainties pose concerns for the dairy industry

Brad Legreid

August 16, 2019

The politics we're experiencing in today's world are nothing like what our parents' and grandparents' generations lived through. The days of bi-partisanship, compromise and polite regard for differing viewpoints are gone.

Food safety should go beyond regulations

Why a food safety culture is fundamental

John T. Allan III, MS

August 14, 2019

As we approach the 10-year anniversary of the Food Safety Modernization Act being signed into law, the food industry continues to magnify its focus on food safety, while preparing to face FDA's new preventive controls inspections.