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State of the Industry 2016: Ice cream makers are producing, selling more

Ice cream manufacturers are making more and selling more. Their constant stream of new flavors keeps customers engaged. They break into new markets to expand their customer base.

James Carper

November 14, 2016

Ice cream is back. Retail sales in the last year rose 6% and production rose 3.7% in 2015 from 2014 levels (the latest years available).

Financials

Cheese/dairy sales improve at Kraft Heinz, drop for Dean Foods

The dairy cooperative said its Land O Lakes brand benefitted from strong volumes in Foodservice.

November 11, 2016

Dairy processors report quarterly sales. They increased for Lifeway Foods, Kraft Heinz and Land O’Lakes.

State of the Industry 2016: Convenience boosts the cheese category

An abundance of new snacking cheeses, hybrid products and packaging formats dominate the cheese category. Bold and intense flavors also take hold.

Sarah M. Kennedy

November 10, 2016

Consumers love their cheese and are clear about what they want. It has to be easy to eat, portable, available in a variety of flavors and all-natural. These are the dominant themes from almost every cheese processor we spoke with. Convenience, flavor innovation, authenticity and freshness are key factors that will drive consumer cheese purchases, according to the Wisconsin Milk Marketing Board, Madison.

State of the Industry 2016: Cultured dairy is primed for success

Drinkable yogurts are the new rising star. Whole-fat products are storming the cultured and yogurt aisles. Cottage cheese and cream cheese makers are innovating with unique flavors.

Sarah M. Kennedy

November 8, 2016

While yogurt is certainly still having its day, other cultured dairy products are seeing renewed interest. Consumers’ desires for variety in flavor and texture, clean ingredients and nutrient-dense snacks (like more protein or probiotics) are shining a spotlight on yogurt, cottage cheese, cream cheese and sour cream-based dips.

State of the Industry 2016: Fluid milk processors find value in added value

For fluid milk processors, the value is in added value. Flavored, added-protein, lactose-free and organic milks show sales gains in the last year.

James Carper

November 7, 2016

In searching for signs of life in the fluid milk category, one can find a pulse. Sales of whole milk rose 4.1% from 2014 to 2015. Sales also increased for 1% milk (4.6%), whole flavored milk (6.4%), other flavored milk (1.3%) and buttermilk (5.2%). These segments represent opportunities for fluid milk processors.

Dairy processor news from Velvet ice cream and more

November 7, 2016

The Michigan Milk Producers Association, a dairy cooperative based in Novi, Mich., purchased the Guggisberg Deutsch Käse Haus in Middlebury, Ind., from Guggisberg Cheese Co., Millersburg, Ohio.

2016 Exporter of the Year Swiss Valley Farms exports to 23 countries

The Iowa-based dairy cooperative invests in people and equipment to support cream cheese and whey powder exports.

Mark O'Keefe

November 4, 2016

Swiss Valley Farms, Davenport, Iowa, is the 2016 Tom Camerlo Exporter of the Year. The award goes to a dairy supplier that exemplifies leadership in advancing U.S. dairy exports, demonstrates commitment to export market development and makes exports an integral part of its overall growth strategy. It is presented by Dairy Foods and sponsored by the U.S. Dairy Export Council, Arlington, Va.

Dairy Foods job survey of dairy employees shows high satisfaction with job

Owners and presidents of dairy processing firms have the highest job satisfaction, according to our exclusive survey. Employees are happiest with their immediate co-workers, but when it comes to the brass, not so much.

James Carper

November 4, 2016

Any dairy farmer can attest that contented cows give better milk. But how satisfied are employees of dairy processing firms? Are they happy where they are working, or are they job hopping?

Breakthrough Award for Dairy Ingredient Innovation American Dairy Products Institute Dairy Foods magazine

Sometimes a great notion

New Breakthrough Award honors dairy processors for their innovations

The Breakthrough Award for Dairy Ingredient Innovation will honor achievements by dairy processing members of the American Dairy Products Institute.

October 24, 2016

Dairy Foods and the American Dairy Products Institute are sponsoring the award to recognize ADPI members for their new products, manufacturing processes, R&D efforts and marketing programs.

GM-Oh-no

Dannon responds to farmers’ slam over its GMO stance

Farmers claim that Dannon’s step back from GMOs is ‘environmentally damaging.’ Yogurt maker cites a ‘growing’ consumer preference for non-GMO ingredients.

October 21, 2016

Farmers criticize Dannon’s pledge to eliminate GMOs. They say the use of genetically modified organisms is a ‘safe and proven crop technology.’