Dairy Foods eMagazine

2023 February

Among the highlights of the February issue are a Market Trends article on milk and how private-label dairy continues to dominate the industry. Our Cover Story looks at the healthy halo of dried fruits and nuts and the innovation they’re providing in ice creams and cheese. We also take a deep dive in rigid and flexible packaging, while Episode 24 of “Let’s Talk Dairy” discusses the complex interactions between probiotics, the gut, and the microbiota.

Dairy and plant-based milks continue to see strong dollar sales

Dairy milks grow nearly 10%, while plant-based milks continue to gain ground

Brian Berk

February 8, 2023

Dairy milks grow nearly 10%, while plant-based milks continue to gain ground

Controlling biofilms key to success of dairy operations

Preserve food safety, protect dairy plants from biofilms with regular cleaning and sanitation.

Rick Heiman

February 24, 2023

Preserve food safety, protect dairy plants from biofilms with regular cleaning and sanitation.

Behind the Scenes at EverGrain’s production facility

Upcycled brewery byproducts unlock new barley flours, sustainable proteins for ready-to-drink beverages.

Barbara Harfmann

February 27, 2023

Upcycled brewery byproducts unlock new barley flours, sustainable proteins for ready-to-drink beverages. Managing Editor Barbara Harfmann tours St. Louis-based EverGrain by AB InBev to learn about EverPro, a powdered ingredient taking the market by storm.

All the skinny on milkfat

As an ingredient in frozen desserts, it is critical when delivering sensory appeal and resistance to heat shock.

Bill Sipple

Steve Young

February 22, 2023

As an ingredient in frozen desserts, milkfat is critical when delivering sensory appeal and resistance to heat shock. The actual percentage of milkfat depends on a number of factors, including regulatory considerations, nutrition fact objectives and sensory appea. Learn more from ice cream gurus, Steven Young and Bill Sipple.

Proposed cuts to WIC dairy benefits risk nutrition security

Three-in-four WIC participants are concerned with the USDA proposal, Morning Consult survey reveals.

Joseph Scimeca

February 13, 2023

Three-in-four WIC participants concerned with the USDA proposal, Morning Consult survey reveals.

Hybrid dairy/plant products promise better nutrition

Can dairy products that combine the best of dairy and plant features appeal to flexitarians?

Sharon Gerdes

February 10, 2023

Can dairy products that combine the best of dairy and plant features appeal to flexitarians?

Tillamook honored with Dairy Foods’ “Processor of the Year” award

Award presentation took place during last month’s IDFA Dairy Forum in Orlando.

Douglas J. Peckenpaugh

February 6, 2023

Award presentation took place during last month’s IDFA Dairy Forum in Orlando. Tillamook was honored for its rich history, 50% retail sales growth and sustainability plan. Kudos to CEO Patrick Criteser and his amazing team!

Ingredient suppliers highlight the latest solutions for fruits/nuts and inclusions.

February 21, 2023

New ingredients from California Almond Board, California Walnut Commission, FlavorSum, and more!

Fruits and nuts deliver powerhouse punch

Sunny-tasting fruits and fibrous nuts exemplify health and flavor in dairy products.

Barbara Harfmann

February 14, 2023

Sunny-tasting fruits and fibrous nuts exemplify health and flavor in dairy products, including.ice cream, cheese, milk and yogurt. Because of their healthy halo, nut products are projected to reach $8.9 billion by 2027, according to Research and Markets.

The future of dairy packaging

Designs are becoming more functional as processors seek a competitive edge.

Richard Mitchell

February 17, 2023

Designs are becoming more functional as processors seek a competitive edge. Likewise, dairy product developers are increasingly leveraging rigid and flexible packages, while automated packaging systems, such as case palletizers, are enabling dairy processors to better cope with labor issues.

Overall private label sales reach $30 billion in just one year

Private-label milk sales account for a large percentage of these sales, reaching $8.6B in the same period.

Brian Berk

February 15, 2023

Private-label milk sales account for a large percentage of these sales, reaching $8.6B in the same period. Natural cheese placed a close second at $8.1 billion,

Equipment suppliers highlight innovations in lab testing kits and equipment

February 14, 2023

New equipment from Bentley Instruments, CEM, Chemetrics, and more!

Join the experts from EXBERRY® by GNT to learn how you can leverage colors from fruit, vegetables and edible plants to level up your dairy and non-dairy innovations, including a deep dive into frozen & chilled dessert categories.

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