“Nutrition policies must not intentionally or inadvertently discourage the consumption of nutrient-rich, yet under-consumed, food groups such as dairy. IDFA believes that setting a regulatory definition for ‘ultra-processed’ or ‘highly processed’ foods is premature given the inconsistent and inconclusive body of existing science and the absence of causation between the consumption of these foods and specific negative health outcomes. We maintain that nutrient-rich and processed foods are not mutually exclusive," stated Roberta Wagner, IDFA’s senior vice president of regulatory and scientific affairs.
Together, Chobani and U.S. Soccer will champion nutrition and empowerment at every level through programs like Chobani Ball Kids, coach development pathway initiatives, and the Soccer Forward Foundation, U.S. Soccer's legacy initiative, providing scholarship grants to youth soccer clubs across the country.
Chair Tom Berry, vice president of Quality & Assurance at Associated Milk Producers Inc, is joined by Kevin Quinn, vice president of sales and marketing at Idaho Milk Products as vice chair. Marina Crocker, senior director of product category and marketing at Hilmar, was appointed Secretary, and Christine Van Asten, vice president of Commercial Enablement with Darigold, joins the board of directors officer team as Treasurer.
Dairy Management Inc. (DMI) will conclude its funding and operational support for GENYOUth by the end of this year. GENYOUth and AFHK will continue to operate as independent 501(c)(3) nonprofits, maintaining their individual IRS statuses, Charity Navigator profiles and boards, while adopting an interconnected governance model.
Founder Shannon Imler will continue as chief growth officer, while Gail Kurpgeweit (pictured) CEO of PNC Brands Group, will also serve as CEO of Ice Cream Factory.
For the first time, Target shoppers will find a full shelf dedicated to Nightingale Ice Cream Sandwiches in freezer aisles across key markets including the Northeast, Denver, Dallas and more.
This is the first packaging update in nearly a decade, and it’s more than just a makeover. The modern, vibrant design brings new life to Clover Sonoma’s milk, cream, butter, cottage cheese, cream cheese, and sour cream, signaling the brand’s premium quality and farm-fresh heritage, while engaging shoppers in a fresh, playful way.
The system delivers detection accuracy and compliance documentation, reducing the risk of costly recalls and keeping production lines audit ready, the company stated.