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.
At its global flavor headquarters in Erlanger, Ky., ADM explores ingredient reformulation and key trends like natural colors and flavors, sodium and sugar reduction and clean-label ingredients.
Normally, I run my predictions for the upcoming year in January. This year, I'm doing it in February, and I will summarize many of the prediction trends I have seen throughout the industry. Many of the experts have a great story about the future to tell.
Pop-Tarts Ice Cream Sandwiches by Chain pop-up will be coming to Los Angeles where attendees will have their choice of two sweet toaster pastry treats inspired by viral flavor trends.
Tini Younger’s viral mac and cheese with “secret” ingredient viewed 130M times.
July 2, 2025
After sending spice-loving foodies into a frenzy last year when Carnation was revealed to be the secret ingredient in TikTok sensation Tini Younger’s viral mac and cheese. Keep an eye out as Carnation Kickin’ Jalapeño Flavored Evaporated Milk is coming to store shelves at Walmart.
Rachel Jaiven, director of marketing, Häagen-Dazs, joins Dairy Foods for episode 54 of the “Let’s Talk Dairy” podcast. Jaiven discusses ice cream trends and sustainability.
As we mentioned in our April “Outlook Report,” the global ready-to-drink (RTD) beverage market is expected to surpass $800 billion this year, reaching $1.2 trillion in 2032, according to Fortune Business Insights.