Numerous Americans increased their home cooking habits as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Because of this shift, there was a dramatic increase in retail cheese sales.

Dairy processors should use automation in two ways. One is to optimize ongoing operations, of course. This can also help plants become more environmentally friendly. The other time to use automation is before construction of a facility even begins.

Back in February 2020, Petaluma, Calif.-based Miyoko’s Creamery (Miyoko’s), a manufacturer of dairy alternatives, sued the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA).

Plant-based milk alternatives are the largest plant-based food category in North America and grew 5% last year.

Today’s consumers are more committed than ever before to their health and wellbeing. They seek out dairy products with clean and clear labels that include ingredients that are on-trend, recognizable and GMO-free as well as ticking dietary requirements such as being kosher and halal.