For many years, we (Bruce Tharp, Steve Young, and Bill Sipple) have contemplated, created, and applied a number of mix analytics.

Across the globe, individuals consume an estimated 2.25 billion cups of coffee per day. Coffee contributes a range of biologically active compounds, including many with antioxidant activity. 

U.S. dairy exports set new volume and value records again in 2022. This feat was accomplished despite high inflation and a host of other challenges to international trade, according to the U.S. Dairy Export Council (USDEC), Arlington, Va. 

The Economist magazine says the biggest economic story of 2023 is happening now. 

While significant changes are being made in the dairy industry, a base of consistency is critical. 

The topic is especially important for Grade A milk plants under the Federal Milk Market Order.

Research from Innovation Center for U.S. Dairy tackles waste and sustainability.

Whey proteins provide protection against infection, boost muscle health. Constituting 20% of total milk protein, whey proteins boast a high nutritional value, are easily digestible, and readily absorbed.

Innovation abounds in protein ingredients and dairy applications. In the plant-protein category, soy remains a strong player due to its nutritional profile, but pea is the most sought after plant protein, according to experts. 

Michael Dykes Dairy Forum discussion outlined five goals.