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NDC, USDEC research efforts support milk powder’s competitiveness

February 18, 2020

Some countries don't have access to fresh milk (or sometimes not enough of it), so the use of milk powder becomes paramount.

Polypack’s Emmanuel Cerf to serve as chairperson of the PMMI board

Patty Andersen of Delkor is the first female to be elected to PMMI’s executive committee.

February 18, 2020

PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies, said it ushered in the new decade with a new executive committee, naming Emmanuel Cerf, vice president, Polypack Inc., chairperson of the board and Patty Andersen, vice president of human resources and after-market services, Delkor, as vice chairperson.

Dairy Farmers of America reaches agreement to acquire ‘substantial portion’ of Dean Foods

DFA agreed to pay a base purchase price of $425 million — as well as to assume various liabilities, subject to certain adjustments — to acquire 44 of Dean’s facilities and associated direct-store-delivery system, and certain corporate and other assets and functions.

February 17, 2020

Dairy Farmers of America Inc. (DFA) said an agreement has been reached with Dallas-based Dean Foods whereby the Kansas City, Kan.-based farmer-owned cooperative becomes the stalking horse bidder to acquire a “substantial portion” of Dean Foods’ assets and business.

CheeseExpo 2020 seminars to focus on sustainability, cheese quality, safety and more

The event will take place April 14-16 in Milwaukee.

February 14, 2020

The Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association (WCMA), in conjunction with the Center for Dairy Research, announced the CheeseExpo 2020 seminars, which will be focused on sustainability, cheese quality, safety, milk policy and marketing.

Lino Saputo, Jr. recognized as Canada’s Outstanding CEO of the Year for 2019

The award honors an exceptional leader who has made an outstanding contribution in business, demonstrating excellence in leadership, corporate performance, global competitiveness, innovation and social responsibility.

February 14, 2020

Saputo Inc., Montreal, announced Lino Saputo, Jr.’s achievement as Canada’s Outstanding CEO of the Year for 2019, a prestigious award for chief executives in Canada.

Pack Expo East to showcase the latest packaging machinery and more

The trade show also will offer educational sessions and hands-on activities

February 13, 2020

Learn about the very latest packaging machinery and equipment, materials, containers, automation technology and controls from approximately 400 exhibitors at Pack Expo East.

Darigold expanding production of FIT milk

The co-op will invest $67 million in Boise facility to support the ramp-up.

February 13, 2020

Darigold Inc., Seattle, said consumer demand for Darigold FIT milk is growing rapidly.

Velvet Ice Cream integrates progressive, high-touch sales model

The innovative direct sales approach, combined with the latest technology, results in job creation and fresher and more relevant products.

February 13, 2020

Velvet Ice Cream, a fourth-generation family-owned company that manufactures premium ice cream, sherbet and novelties in Utica, Ohio, said it is integrating a progressive sales practice.

Cedar Crest Ice Cream announces finalists in 2019 Ice Cream Flavor Creation Contest

The 4-H club finalists will be treated to an ice cream party, while the Grand Prize winner will be awarded $300.

February 12, 2020

Cedar Crest Ice Cream, Cedarburg, Wis., and the Wisconsin 4-H Foundation announced the finalists and the Grand Prize winner in Cedar Crest’s 2019 Ice Cream Flavor Creation Contest.

Tillamook to celebrate National Cheddar Day

The company will offer recipe collaborations, live demos and more on Feb. 13.

February 11, 2020

Tillamook County Creamery Association said it will be marking National Cheddar Day on Feb. 13 with recipe collaborations and live demos with Bon Appétit’s Brad Leone, showing consumers how they can upgrade breakfast, lunch and dinner with Tillamook cheese.