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From protein optimization and reduced sugar to “swicy” flavors and novel formats, IDFA’s 2026 conference highlights how frozen and cultured dairy processors are delivering more value for consumers.
Competition sees a record 65 entries, allowing attendees to get a taste of the latest flavor innovations and providing a platform for entrants to feature their most exciting new products.
April 16, 2026
This contest, co-sponsored by Dairy Foods magazine and held during IDFA’s Ice Cream & Cultured Innovation Conference, brought more than 300 dairy professionals to the Sunshine State this week to sample and celebrate the next wave of dairy creativity.
FilmTec Fortilife XC160UHP elements enable high water recovery to support industrial users facing stringent discharge regulations.
March 27, 2026
DuPont Water Solutions wins a 2026 WateReuse Award for Excellence in the Transformational Innovation category for its FilmTec Fortilife XC160UHP elements.
Eight thousand, two hundred and five. That’s the number of votes Dairy Foods received from readers for our new 2025 Product of the Year award. I am extremely proud of that number, and equally joyous we had 15 tremendous nominees vying for the inaugural honor.