2021 January

Check out the January issue of Dairy Foods, including our processor profile: Maryland & Virginia Milk Producers Cooperative Association is embracing the winds of change.

Maryland & Virginia Milk Producers Cooperative Association is embracing the winds of change

With a recent shift in its go-to-market strategy and an emphasis on ‘fresh and local,’ the cooperative is positioned for growth.

Kathie Canning

January 6, 2021

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Maryland & Virginia Milk Producers Cooperative Association Inc. (MDVA) lays claim to much more than a long name. The Reston, Va.-based dairy cooperative also boasts an impressively long history, celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2020.

Maryland & Virginia Milk Producers Cooperative Association is delivering on promises

The cooperative produces milk and other dairy products that are ‘fresh from the farm to fridge’ and ‘100% local.’

Kathie Canning

January 11, 2021

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Maola Local Dairies, the signature brand from Maryland & Virginia Milk Producers Cooperative Association Inc. (MDVA), covers dairy products touted as being "fresh from farm to fridge" and "100% local."

Retail ice cream sales heat up

All retail ice cream/sherbet categories realized strong dollar and unit sales gains.

Kathie Canning

December 21, 2020

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Many consumers have been turning to their favorite comfort foods to help combat stress during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. And one of those favorites certainly appears to be ice cream.

M.A.D. Foods launches finishing butters

The line also is available in dairy-free versions.

January 8, 2021

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New York-based M.A.D. Foods says it unveiled everyday finishing butters. The four dairy butters, with a minimum 82% butterfat, come in Black Truffle, Fire-Roasted Jalapeño, Roasted Garlic and Parmesan Herb flavors.

Boursin releases dairy-free version of its fan-favorite Garlic & Herbs spread

The cheese alternative offering includes a recyclable cup and lid.

January 14, 2021

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Boursin, a brand of Chicago-based Bel Brands USA, unveiled a dairy-free cheese spread alternative in the fan-favorite Garlic & Herbs flavor.

Lakeview Farms adds party spreads line to its Fresh Creations brand

The spreads come in Thai Sweet Chili and Pineapple Habanero.

November 17, 2020

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Delphos, Ohio-based Lakeview Farms LLC said it expanded of its Fresh Creations brand with the introduction of a party spreads line.

Darigold expands its organic products, capabilities

The additions include Darigold FIT milk in an organic variety.

November 3, 2020

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Seattle-based Darigold Inc. announced an expansion of its organic pool of Northwest farms and an expansion of its broad-based organic capabilities and product offerings.

Yasso adds frozen Greek yogurt sandwiches

The frozen novelties come in three flavors.

October 28, 2020

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Yasso Frozen Greek Yogurt, Boulder, Colo., said it unveiled new frozen Greek yogurt sandwiches.

NotCo debuts NotMilk plant-based ‘milk’

The offerings are available in Whole Foods Market stores nationwide.

January 3, 2021

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NotCo, San Francisco, debuted in the United States with the launch of NotMilk in Whole Foods Market stores nationwide.

Pennsylvania Dairymen's Association ice cream flavor

Pennsylvania Dairymen’s Association adds specialty premium ice cream

The offering was produced in honor of the 2021 virtual PA Farm Show.

November 18, 2020

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The Pennsylvania Dairymen’s Association, known for its famous milkshakes sold at the PA Farm Show and around the state, announced a new specialty premium ice cream called “Cowabunga.”

Clio Snacks adds less sugar yogurt bars

The bars come in Mixed Berry and Peach.

November 6, 2020

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Clio Snacks, Roselle, N.J., said it launched a new line of Clio less sugar yogurt bars in two flavors — Mixed Berry and Peach.

International Delight holiday seasonal flavors

Danone North America releases a variety of holiday products

The offerings span the company’s Silk, International Delight, So Delicious Dairy Free, Horizon Organic and Light & Fit brands.

November 10, 2020

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Danone North America, headquartered in White Plains, N.Y., and Broomfield, Colo., said it unveiled a variety of new products for the holiday season.

Fend off bacteriophage in cheese plants

Certain preventive measures can reduce phage presence.

John A. Lucey

January 12, 2021

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Cheese is a "living" food due to the presence of different types of bacteria and sometimes yeast and mold, depending on the cheese variety. Like any other living thing, the bacteria used in cheese can get sick.

Dairy has a strong sustainability story to tell

The dairy industry should communicate the vital role it plays in sustainability.

Terri Rexroat

December 18, 2020

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As a global leader in sustainability, the U.S. dairy community has a long-standing commitment to healthy people, a healthy planet and healthy communities. This commitment is also one held by the global dairy sector, which helps create resilient and sustainable food systems to ensure high-quality nutrition for people around the world.

Sharon Gerdes Health and Wellness columnist for Dairy Foods

Understand dairy’s role in the flexitarian diet

A strict vegan diet can produce nutrient shortfalls.

Sharon Gerdes

December 17, 2020

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An increasing number of consumers have been turning to a vegetarian or vegan lifestyle. But after a while, many of them find such a diet restrictive and lacking in important nutrients.

Conquer contaminants in dairy food and beverage processing

Dairy processors could enhance food safety via implementation of increasingly sophisticated detection and inspection systems.

Richard Mitchell

January 4, 2021

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While operators have a wide range of technology options for detecting foreign objects and guarding against potential pathogens during processing and packaging, implementing and maintaining the optimal equipment can be challenging.

Go ‘clean’ with emulsifiers, stabilizers and gums

To meet consumer desire for transparent ingredients in dairy products, suppliers offer ingredients that fit the clean-label bill.

Anna Boisseau

December 21, 2020

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Emulsifiers, stabilizers and gums are the unsung heroes of many dairy products. Not only do they create desired textures, but they also help offerings avoid nasty issues such as syneresis and keep their attributes throughout shelf life.

Dairy ingredients spell success

The global dairy nutritional and nutraceutical ingredients market is poised for growth.

January 7, 2021

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According to "Dairy Nutritional and Nutraceutical Ingredients Market Analysis," a July 2020 publication from Coherent Market Insights, Seattle, the global dairy nutritional and nutraceutical ingredients market was valued at approximately $30.9 billion in 2019.

Suppliers offer new ingredients for cheese

December 23, 2020

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New ingredients from Agropur, Enzyme Development Corp., First Choice Ingredients, and more!

Suppliers offer equipment for all parts of the cheesemaking process

January 15, 2021

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New equipment from Admix, AGC Heat Transfer Inc., Alpma USA, and more!

New packaging, inspection and conveying equipment from dairy industry suppliers

January 15, 2021

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New equipment from Evergreen Packaging Equipment, Multi-Conveyor, and Teledyne TapTone.

How could ice cream processors keep the momentum going? Join Dairy Foods on March 16 for a webinar that takes a look at emerging trends, growth drivers and opportunities in the ice cream segment.