The U.S. retail ice cream segment certainly has seen easier times. According to "Ice Cream and Frozen Novelties - U.S.," a report published in May 2019 by global market research firm Mintel, the mature and diverse category is "finding growth elusive."

Ice cream is big business in the United States. According to the Washington, D.C.-based International Dairy Foods Association, it is an $11 billion industry that supports 26,000 direct jobs and generates $1.6 billion in direct wages.

Consumer awareness of the health benefits of probiotics continues to grow. And more consumers are abandoning probiotic supplements and looking for real food carriers.

Perry’s Ice Cream Co. Inc., Akron, N.Y., said it combined its probiotic-packed frozen yogurt with refreshing natural fruit and vegetable juices for a healthier take on its frozen treats.

Yasso Frozen Greek Yogurt, Quincy, Mass., debuted Snack Buddies - a line of 45- to 50-calorie frozen Greek yogurt bars.

Limited-edition Peeps-inspired desserts are available through the month at Menchie’s stores.

Kemps has created a new Frozen Yogurt Shop line of frozen yogurt in eye-catching transparent containers.

Homemade Brand launches a new tangy frozen yogurt line, focusing on the lighter side of frozen yogurt.

ProYo introduces ProYo high-protein, squeezable frozen yogurt tubes.