Image courtesy of: Bet_Noire (iStock / Getty Images Plus) Information on milk processing, milk processors, and all types of fluid milk products – whole, skim, 2%, 1%, flavored, cream, and half-and-half. https://www.dairyfoods.com/rss/2629-milk en-us federd@bnpmedia.com (David Feder RDN) One of the key challenges in sourcing dairy ingredients starts with milk quality. Whether making beverages, cheese, or frozen treats, the end product’s quality relies heavily on the milk sourced from cows. Consequently, bulk commingling—combining raw milk from various sources—can be both beneficial and problematic. One of the key challenges in sourcing dairy ingredients starts with milk quality. Whether making beverages, cheese, or frozen treats, the end product’s quality relies heavily on the milk sourced from cows. Consequently, bulk commingling—combining raw milk from various sources—can be both beneficial and problematic.

]]> http://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99270 Wed, 15 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99270-how-dairy-brands-build-trust-through-sourcing-traceability-and-quality Fouling in membrane filtration affects performance, especially for dairy processors focusing on higher solids and efficiency. It impacts flux, cleaning frequency, energy use, and membrane lifespan. To improve performance, it's essential to consider feed composition, operating conditions, system design, cleaning practices, and membrane selection. Fouling in membrane filtration affects performance, especially for dairy processors focusing on higher solids and efficiency. It impacts flux, cleaning frequency, energy use, and membrane lifespan. To improve performance, it's essential to consider feed composition, operating conditions, system design, cleaning practices, and membrane selection.

]]> http://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99257 Fri, 10 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99257-how-dairy-processors-can-reduce-membrane-fouling-and-improve-filtration-performance Throughout June, fans attending select games will experience the impact of Milk's Got Game through interactive concourse activations, on-field promotions, educational moments, dairy food sampling, and dairy-themed giveaways, all designed to showcase the essential nutrients in real milk and its role in helping athletes and families stay fueled and hydrated. Throughout June, fans attending select games will experience the impact of Milk's Got Game through interactive concourse activations, on-field promotions, educational moments, dairy food sampling, and dairy-themed giveaways, all designed to showcase the essential nutrients in real milk and its role in helping athletes and families stay fueled and hydrated.

]]> http://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99227 Mon, 06 Jul 2026 13:00:00 -0400 https://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99227-the-dairy-alliance-celebrates-national-dairy-month-at-minor-league-ballparks Shot entirely on film by renowned photographer Camille Summers-Valli, the 2027 Milk Man Hydration Calendar features Melton in a series of playful, retro-inspired images that put dairy milk and its hydration benefits front and center. Shot entirely on film by renowned photographer Camille Summers-Valli, the 2027 Milk Man Hydration Calendar features Melton in a series of playful, retro-inspired images that put dairy milk and its hydration benefits front and center. 

]]> http://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99237 Tue, 30 Jun 2026 13:51:49 -0400 https://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99237-gonna-need-milk-introduces-milk-man-hydration-calendar Inspired by Supergirl's powers, the campaign brings dairy milk's real-world nutrition benefits for strength, recovery and focus to life for fans through national retail, co-branded packaging, creator content, sweepstakes and fan experiences. Inspired by Supergirl's powers, the campaign brings dairy milk's real-world nutrition benefits for strength, recovery and focus to life for fans through national retail, co-branded packaging, creator content, sweepstakes and fan experiences.

]]> http://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99218 Mon, 22 Jun 2026 09:34:29 -0400 https://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99218-gonna-need-milk-partners-with-supergirl-studio As players take on the marathon skate, UNC Dairy’s chocolate Intense Milk helps provide a convenient recovery option after long shifts on the ice, with a blend of carbohydrates, electrolytes and protein to support refueling and recovery.  As players take on the marathon skate, UNC Dairy’s chocolate Intense Milk helps provide a convenient recovery option after long shifts on the ice, with a blend of carbohydrates, electrolytes and protein to support refueling and recovery.

]]> http://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99214 Thu, 18 Jun 2026 11:33:39 -0400 https://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99214-unc-dairy-delivers-milk-to-support-11-day-power-play Good & Gather Ultra-filtered milk hit has four flavors, a premium bottle and a 50-cent saving over its competitors, the company states. Good & Gather Ultra-filtered milk hit has four flavors, a premium bottle and a 50-cent saving over its competitors, the company states.

]]> http://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99213 Thu, 18 Jun 2026 11:25:57 -0400 https://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99213-target-debuts-good-and-gather-ultra-filtered-milk Dairy processors are focusing on utility reduction, water recovery, and efficiency due to rising energy costs and sustainability pressures. Membranes are key for lowering thermal demand, recovering water, and enhancing product yield in these operations. Dairy processors are focusing on utility reduction, water recovery, and efficiency due to rising energy costs and sustainability pressures. Membranes are key for lowering thermal demand, recovering water, and enhancing product yield in these operations.

]]> http://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99205 Thu, 18 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99205-dairy-processors-turn-to-membranes-for-water-recovery-and-energy-savings As consumers undergo huge diet shifts, dairy plays a huge role, thanks to its offerings of high protein counts in small food servings, in addition to other health benefits — such as vitamins and amino acids — they can provide. As consumers undergo huge diet shifts, dairy plays a huge role, thanks to its offerings of high protein counts in small food servings, in addition to other health benefits — such as vitamins and amino acids — they can provide.

]]> http://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99136 Mon, 15 Jun 2026 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99136-an-expert-guide-to-dairy-and-glp-1-receptor-agonists Swanson’s research project was developed over two years and studies how refrigerator placement affects the spoilage rate in milk products. Swanson’s research project was developed over two years and studies how refrigerator placement affects the spoilage rate in milk products.

]]> http://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99184 Mon, 08 Jun 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99184-ffa-member-makes-huge-strides-by-studying-milk-storage-practices The IFT FIRST Annual Event and Expo returns to Chicago from July 12-15, showcasing innovations in food science. This year features scientific programming within the expo hall, Ignite Sessions for professional development, and keynotes addressing pressing industry challenges. The IFT FIRST Annual Event and Expo returns to Chicago from July 12-15, showcasing innovations in food science. This year features scientific programming within the expo hall, Ignite Sessions for professional development, and keynotes addressing pressing industry challenges.

]]> http://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99182 Fri, 05 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99182-ift-first-expo-to-offer-discussions-on-ai-glp-1s-food-safety-and-more In Jerome, Idaho, Actus will purchase and assume operation of Darigold's milk protein plant with continued quality milk supply from Darigold's member-owners. In Sunnyside, Darigold will produce and supply high-value whey products to Actus under a long-term commercial agreement. Darigold will continue to own and operate the Sunnyside facility. In Jerome, Idaho, Actus will purchase and assume operation of Darigold's milk protein plant with continued quality milk supply from Darigold's member-owners. In Sunnyside, Darigold will produce and supply high-value whey products to Actus under a long-term commercial agreement. Darigold will continue to own and operate the Sunnyside facility.

]]> http://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99168 Tue, 02 Jun 2026 10:08:06 -0400 https://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99168-darigold-inks-partnership-with-actus-nutrition The reformulation launches alongside a partnership with rugby medalist Ilona Maher and a nationwide protein for all campaign designed to bring protein clarity to everyday consumers. The reformulation launches alongside a partnership with rugby medalist Ilona Maher and a nationwide protein for all campaign designed to bring protein clarity to everyday consumers.

]]> http://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99123 Fri, 15 May 2026 15:16:45 -0400 https://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99123-muscle-milk-shakes-up-its-protein-shake-lineup Milk’s Got Game, launched in 2024, showcases the benefits of milk and encourages individuals to choose it as their go-to for sports hydration and recovery. The campaign began by spotlighting collegiate athletes in football, basketball, and other disciplines. Now, it shifts gears to highlight non-traditional sports. Milk’s Got Game, launched in 2024, showcases the benefits of milk and encourages individuals to choose it as their go-to for sports hydration and recovery. The campaign began by spotlighting collegiate athletes in football, basketball, and other disciplines. Now, it shifts gears to highlight non-traditional sports.

]]> http://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99119 Fri, 15 May 2026 10:51:12 -0400 https://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99119-the-dairy-alliance-teams-with-motorsports-driver-mason-walters The tradition of the winning driver being awarded with milk dates back all the way to 1936. Stockwell noted the milk will be placed in a cooler and kept securely. She expects racing fans will want to take pictures with the milk and even ask for her autograph. The tradition of the winning driver being awarded with milk dates back all the way to 1936. Stockwell noted the milk will be placed in a cooler and kept securely. She expects racing fans will want to take pictures with the milk and even ask for her autograph. 

]]> http://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99107 Thu, 14 May 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99107-ashley-stockwell-to-present-milk-to-winning-indy-500-driver Made with real dairy milk sourced from DFA family farms, Kemps Protein+ delivers 13 grams of protein per serving — 50% more than regular milk – along with 50% less sugar. The milk is ultra filtered to concentrate protein, while reducing sugar, resulting in a rich, creamy taste, the company said. Made with real dairy milk sourced from DFA family farms, Kemps Protein+ delivers 13 grams of protein per serving — 50% more than regular milk – along with 50% less sugar. The milk is ultra filtered to concentrate protein, while reducing sugar, resulting in a rich, creamy taste, the company said.

]]> http://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99097 Tue, 05 May 2026 15:12:00 -0400 https://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99097-kemps-debuts-protein-milk Maola Strawberry Whole Milk is free of artificial dyes and has 8g of protein and 13 essential nutrients in each serving Maola Strawberry Whole Milk is free of artificial dyes and has 8g of protein and 13 essential nutrients in each serving

]]> http://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99092 Tue, 05 May 2026 08:44:37 -0400 https://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99092-maola-introduces-strawberry-whole-milk Maola Local Dairies' Newport News plant processes a variety of dairy products, focusing on sustainability and innovation. With a strong team and advanced HTST technology, they supply milk to schools and retailers across the Southeast, ensuring freshness and quality. Maola Local Dairies' Newport News plant processes a variety of dairy products, focusing on sustainability and innovation. With a strong team and advanced HTST technology, they supply milk to schools and retailers across the Southeast, ensuring freshness and quality.

]]> http://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99069 Mon, 27 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99069-maola-newport-news-expands-plant-efficiencies-in-an-evolving-dairy-landscape Consumer demand for lactose-free dairy is rising, driving the use of membrane filtration to remove lactose while preserving nutrients. The market is projected to reach $12.54B by 2026 and $18.95B by 2035, fueled by lactose intolerance, health trends, and innovation. Consumer demand for lactose-free dairy is rising, driving the use of membrane filtration to remove lactose while preserving nutrients. The market is projected to reach $12.54B by 2026 and $18.95B by 2035, fueled by lactose intolerance, health trends, and innovation.

]]> http://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99055 Thu, 23 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99055-how-membrane-systems-can-remove-lactose-and-retain-value TruMoo Star Wars Blue Milk made its return as a vanilla low-fat milk available in dairy departments nationwide starting April 16. TruMoo Star Wars Blue Milk made its return as a vanilla low-fat milk available in dairy departments nationwide starting April 16.

]]> http://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99049 Mon, 20 Apr 2026 11:52:56 -0400 https://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99049-trumoos-star-wars-blue-milk-returns The transition streamlines UNC Dairy’s portfolio, bringing its high-quality lactose free offerings under the same trusted name that consumers associate with local, farm-fresh dairy. While the logo and packaging have been refreshed to align with the Upstate Farms brand, the product remains unchanged. The transition streamlines UNC Dairy’s portfolio, bringing its high-quality lactose free offerings under the same trusted name that consumers associate with local, farm-fresh dairy. While the logo and packaging have been refreshed to align with the Upstate Farms brand, the product remains unchanged.

]]> http://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99039 Thu, 16 Apr 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99039-milk-for-life-now-to-be-branded-under-flagship-upstate-farms-products The new line of ultrafiltered milks deliver high protein, lower sugar, lactose free nutrition, and added prebiotic fiber for gut health benefits — all in a half-gallon format. The new line of ultrafiltered milks deliver high protein, lower sugar, lactose free nutrition, and added prebiotic fiber for gut health benefits — all in a half-gallon format.

]]> http://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99037 Wed, 15 Apr 2026 15:08:00 -0400 https://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99037-maola-local-dairies-introduces-maola-more Shamrock Farms announced it is the “Official Milk” and “Official Chocolate Milk” of the Lopes as part of a new 3-year partnership with Grand Canyon University Athletics designed to support both student athletes and the community. Shamrock Farms announced it is the “Official Milk” and “Official Chocolate Milk” of the Lopes as part of a new 3-year partnership with Grand Canyon University Athletics designed to support both student athletes and the community.  

]]> http://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99034 Wed, 15 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99034-shamrock-farms-now-official-milk-of-the-lopes-with-grand-canyon-university-partnership A new CEO and major expansions in lactose-free milk and plant capacity highlight Maola Local Dairies' evolution, a farmer-owned cooperative in Herndon, Va., with nearly 800 member farms and over 1,000 employees. A new CEO and major expansions in lactose-free milk and plant capacity highlight Maola Local Dairies' evolution, a farmer-owned cooperative in Herndon, Va., with nearly 800 member farms and over 1,000 employees.

]]> http://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99038 Wed, 15 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99038-a-new-era-and-brand-evolution-for-maola-local-dairies Fluid milk outperformed its main rival, plant-based beverages, in 2025. While fluid milk sales remained steady, plant-based drink sales fell 6% YoY to 358.4 million gallons. The Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act seeks to boost milk sales in schools, highlighting traditional milk's nutritional benefits amid competition. Fluid milk outperformed its main rival, plant-based beverages, in 2025. While fluid milk sales remained steady, plant-based drink sales fell 6% YoY to 358.4 million gallons. The Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act seeks to boost milk sales in schools, highlighting traditional milk's nutritional benefits amid competition.

]]> http://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99007 Fri, 03 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99007-milk-scores-a-golden-goal-versus-plant-based-beverages Organic Valley Protein Plus Ultra-Filtered Milk is available in whole, 2%, and skim varieties. Organic Valley Protein Plus Ultra-Filtered Milk is rolling out on store shelves this month at retailers including Target, Publix, Harris Teeter, Sprouts, and Whole Foods Markets. Organic Valley Protein Plus Ultra-Filtered Milk is available in whole, 2%, and skim varieties. Organic Valley Protein Plus Ultra-Filtered Milk is rolling out on store shelves this month at retailers including Target, Publix, Harris Teeter, Sprouts, and Whole Foods Markets.

]]> http://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/98951 Wed, 11 Mar 2026 14:05:53 -0400 https://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/98951-organic-valley-debuts-protein-plus The new DGA emphasizes the need for 1.2-1.6 grams of high-quality protein per kilogram of body weight daily, nearly doubling past recommendations. It advises including a variety of protein sources from both animals and plants, while dairy remains a valuable nutritional option for all ages. The new DGA emphasizes the need for 1.2-1.6 grams of high-quality protein per kilogram of body weight daily, nearly doubling past recommendations. It advises including a variety of protein sources from both animals and plants, while dairy remains a valuable nutritional option for all ages.

]]> http://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/98944 Mon, 09 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/98944-dietary-guidelines-for-american-a-huge-boost-for-dairy-industry Transformative changes are underway for the dairy industry in 2026, with new Dietary Guidelines promoting whole dairy products and the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act enabling diverse milk options in schools. These developments mark a "platinum era" for dairy, enhancing health and consumer choice. Transformative changes are underway for the dairy industry in 2026, with new Dietary Guidelines promoting whole dairy products and the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act enabling diverse milk options in schools. These developments mark a "platinum era" for dairy, enhancing health and consumer choice.

]]> http://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/98931 Wed, 04 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/98931-why-times-have-never-been-better-for-the-dairy-industry Better-for-you lifestyle brand Nurri announced that its protein shakes are officially available at Target and Target.com. Better-for-you lifestyle brand Nurri announced that its protein shakes are officially available at Target and Target.com.

]]> http://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/98928 Tue, 03 Mar 2026 12:13:54 -0500 https://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/98928-nurri-protein-shakes-available-at-target Cindy Cooper, assistant director of Health and Wellness for Atlanta-based The Dairy Alliance, joins Dairy Foods for Episode 62 of the “Let’s Talk Dairy” podcast. Cindy Cooper, assistant director of Health and Wellness for Atlanta-based The Dairy Alliance, joins Dairy Foods for Episode 62 of the “Let’s Talk Dairy” podcast.

]]> http://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/98930 Tue, 03 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/98930-episode-62-the-latest-on-school-milk-programs