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Let's Talk Dairy Podcast

Episode 65 – Chobani vice president extols the benefits of protein

Matt Graziose joins the “Let’s Talk Dairy” podcast.

June 2, 2026

Matt Graziose, Ph.D., Vice President of Regulatory Compliance at Chobani, joins Dairy Foods for Episode 65 of the “Let’s Talk Dairy” podcast to discuss protein and natural ingredients.

Why Land O’Lakes says dairy is seeing a renaissance

The 104-year-old co-op continues to hum along by providing products consumers want and telling its farmer-owner story.

Brian Berk

May 19, 2025

Immediately upon walking into Land O’Lakes Inc.’s headquarters, the first thing one might notice is the family-friendly atmosphere.

Two-thirds of U.S. adults purchase unplanned dairy items

June 7, 2024

NFRA survey results show that eggs (74%), yogurt (67%) and cheese (63%) are top choices for health-conscious consumers due to their macronutrient and protein content.

Consumers making adjustments as food prices rise

Food prices rose 7.7% between April 2022 and April 2023.

May 18, 2023

To manage their food spending, U.S. consumers are finding ways to manage higher food costs by shopping at value retailers, spending less on non-food purchases, switching to store brands, and canceling committed expenses, like subscriptions, reports Circana.

Three food and beverage trends to mind for 2022

Opportunity knocks for dairy products that offer gut health/immunity benefits, mesh with consumers’ desire for healthier snacks and align with consumers’ values.

Kathie Canning

December 21, 2021

I am writing this column as 2021 nears its end and 2022 awaits on the horizon.

IFPC Sweetener Playbook – How Sweet It Is

April 4, 2021

Consumer preferences in food and beverage are constantly shifting as more options become available, and preferences for sweeteners are no exception. But these preferences can create challenges for food and beverage manufacturers that use sweeteners in their products, as they often seem to be pointing in contradictory directions.

Convenient, nutritious foods top list of consumer trends

April 30, 2020

Many of today's busy consumers are juggling their careers, families and social lives while striving to maintain healthy lifestyles, both physically and mentally.

Dairy could capitalize on anti-inflammatory trends

Recent studies show some dairy products reduce inflammation

Gregory Miller

March 14, 2019

People are interested in foods that can decrease inflammation. According to consumer insights from The Hartman Group, Bellevue, Wash., contemporary diets are personalized and all about balance, wellness and energy. This includes a consumer desire for diets that reduce inflammation.

Beyond the Label: The Clean Food Revolution

October 23, 2017

Kerry, the Taste and Nutrition Company, has published a report based on a massive consumer research study focusing on clean label.

Milk butter cheese photo courtesy of Edlong Dairy Technologies

Dairy green

Sharing progress on sustainability is critical for dairy foods industry

The dairy industry is making significant strides in environmental stewardship, animal care and adherence to values that align with dairy consumers.

Tammy Anderson-Wise

July 27, 2017

For dairy processors, choosing more sustainable materials and focusing on efforts to reduce food waste are important ways to connect to consumers and customers alike.