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IDFA reacts to FDA final rule related to yogurt

The association said the rule threatens to remove popular yogurt products from grocery store shelves and harm dairy food makers.

July 13, 2021

Joseph Scimeca, Ph.D., senior vice president of regulatory and scientific affairs for Washington, D.C.-based IDFA, issued a statement on IDFA’s formal objection to the final rule.

FPSA’s Dairy Council announces recipients of Tom Imbordino Memorial Dairy Science Scholarship

Imbordino was the long-time publisher of Dairy Foods.

July 13, 2021

The Food Processing Suppliers Association’s (FPSA) Dairy Council said it awarded three $3,500 scholarships that will be used toward completing the winners’ respective degrees within the dairy or food science disciplines.

Dairy briefs

News from dairy processors and dairy suppliers.

July 9, 2021

Darigold Inc. said it is building a new premium protein and butter operation in Pasco, Wash., that will feature a suite of state-of-the-art technologies and strategies designed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Nominate a dairy processor for the 2021 Tom Camerlo Exporter of the Year award

Dairy Foods is accepting nominations for the 16th annual Exporter of the Year award, given in partnership with the U.S. Dairy Export Council.

July 8, 2021

Dairy Foods is seeking nominations for the 2021 Tom Camerlo Exporter of the Year award. U.S.-based dairy companies that export dairy foods, beverages or ingredients are eligible to enter the annual awards program.

Olympians Kristin Armstrong, Ariel Torres surprise shoppers from gym behind the supermarket milk section

New ‘got milk?’ stunt celebrates dairy milk's performance-fueling power by revealing what really happens behind the milk fridge.

July 8, 2021

Several unsuspecting shoppers at an Albertsons supermarket in Boise, Idaho, were recently in for a shock when they ventured into the dairy section to buy milk.

IDFA promotes Heather Soubra to senior vp, strategic initiatives

The association also names Matt Herrick senior vp, public affairs and communications, and executive director of the IDFA Foundation.

July 8, 2021

The International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) announced the promotion of Heather Soubra to the new position of senior vice president, strategic initiatives, effective July 1.

WDPA to team up with DFW to sponsor dairy product contest rebate program

Wisconsin companies that enter a new cow’s milk dairy product in the 2021 World Dairy Expo Championship Dairy Product Contest will receive from DFW a 50% reimbursement on the $60 contest entry fee.

July 8, 2021

The Wisconsin Dairy Products Association (WDPA), sponsor of the annual World Dairy Expo Championship Dairy Product Contest, said it is continuing an agreement with Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin (DFW) regarding contest entries.

Hood ice cream celebrates summer with local New England collaboration, giveaways

Throughout National Ice Cream Month in July, customers who dine in and purchase a Wahlburgers kids’ meal will receive a free Hood Birthday Cake mini ice cream sandwich.

July 7, 2021

Hood, the dairy brand of Lynnfield, Mass.-based HP Hood LLC, said it teamed up with the well-known Boston based brand Wahlburgers to celebrate National Ice Cream Month and Ice Cream Sandwich Day this summer.

3-A SSI releases revised accepted practice for installation, CIP of processing equipment

The new edition is compatible with FDA’s ‘Grade A’ Pasteurized Milk Ordinance and also contains requirements for non-PMO food processing applications.

July 7, 2021

3-A Sanitary Standards Inc. (3-A SSI), McLean, Va., announced the release of the 6th edition of the widely-used “3-A Accepted Practice for Installation and CIP (Clean-In-Place) of Processing Equipment and Hygienic Pipelines Sanitary, Number 605-05.”

Saputo Inc. to acquire the activities of Wensleydale Dairy Products

The acquisition will expand the Canadian company’s branded position in the U.K. and abroad.

July 6, 2021

Saputo Inc. said it entered into an agreement to acquire the activities of Wensleydale Dairy Products Ltd. The business, which will join Saputo Inc.’s Dairy Division (U.K.) under its Europe Sector, operates two facilities located in North Yorkshire, England, and employs approximately 210 people.