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New equipment from Evapcold, GEA North America, Rytec, and more!

General Mills debuted Yoplait Skittles, Yoplait Power, Go-Gurt mystery flavors and Oui Layered Dessert Strawberry Cheesecake with Chocolate Crust.

Petaluma, Calif.-based Marin French Cheese Co. says it introduced a new logo and packaging design to increase consumer awareness of its status as the oldest artisan cheesemaker in the United States.

Organic Valley says it added Organic Valley fat-free Grassmilk. The fat-free option joins the La Farge, Wis.-based cooperative’s current lineup of whole and reduced-fat 2% Grassmilk.

Food and beverage manufacturers have made great strides during the past couple of decades when it comes to sustainability, and dairy processors are no exception. In fact, many — if not most — dairy processors have set ambitious sustainability goals and are working hard to attain them.

La Vaquita, Houston, a wholly owned subsidiary of Kansas City, Kan.-based Dairy Farmers of America, says it expanded into the butter category.

A company’s environmental sustainability story — or lack thereof — is increasingly influencing consumer purchasing habits. In fact, a recent survey from IBM Institute for Business Value found that 54% of consumers “are willing to pay a premium for brands that are sustainable and/or environmentally responsible.”

White Plains, N.Y.- and Broomfield, Colo.-based Danone North America says it launched Oikos blended Greek nonfat yogurt with 50% more fruit.

New ingredients from Beneo, Ciranda, EverGrain, and more!

Castello, a brand of Viby, Denmark-based Arla Foods says it is expanding its U.S. foodservice portfolio with new Castello burger blue cheese slices that are conveniently sliced and made to melt to elevate any dish.