Explore the freshest and most trending topics currently making waves in the Dairy Industry. Dive into the latest buzz, timely insights, and noteworthy content that's driving our industry forward. https://www.dairyfoods.com/rss/5961-dairy-top-stories 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 A representative dairy receiving case shows how 1.22 million lb/year of technically recoverable cream hold-up can be converted into an automated recovery opportunity, while a filler-loop magnetic-trap case shows how inspection redesign can prevent recurring product-to-drain losses and operator exposure. The same engineering logic is transferable across cultured dairy, yogurt, beverage and viscous food operations where edible product is lost at the boundary between production and cleaning. A representative dairy receiving case shows how 1.22 million lb/year of technically recoverable cream hold-up can be converted into an automated recovery opportunity, while a filler-loop magnetic-trap case shows how inspection redesign can prevent recurring product-to-drain losses and operator exposure. The same engineering logic is transferable across cultured dairy, yogurt, beverage and viscous food operations where edible product is lost at the boundary between production and cleaning.

]]> http://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99246 Tue, 14 Jul 2026 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99246-reducing-cream-cheese-process-waste-via-sanitary-process-control-and-inline-recovery-logic Consumers are clearly taking ingredient labels more seriously, but that doesn’t mean they have the same mindset regarding every dairy product. We take a look at what consumers are seeking and how dairy processors can meet those needs. Consumers are clearly taking ingredient labels more seriously, but that doesn’t mean they have the same mindset regarding every dairy product. We take a look at what consumers are seeking and how dairy processors can meet those needs.

]]> http://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99264 Mon, 13 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99264-clean-labels-clear-opportunity-dairy-responds-to-evolving-consumer-demands 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 Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) analysis changes the calculation. It shifts equipment evaluation from a price comparison to a business decision — and it starts with understanding how equipment design drives every cost category that follows purchase. Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) analysis changes the calculation. It shifts equipment evaluation from a price comparison to a business decision — and it starts with understanding how equipment design drives every cost category that follows purchase.

]]> http://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99252 Wed, 08 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99252-the-hidden-costs-of-dairy-equipment-a-tco-framework-for-smarter-purchasing-decisions Winner to be featured in the September issue of Dairy Foods. Winner to be featured in the September issue of Dairy Foods.

]]> http://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99243 Tue, 07 Jul 2026 07:35:00 -0400 https://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99243-nominate-your-plant-for-plant-of-the-year The 2026 event showcases how membrane technologies support product innovation and development, operational efficiency and sustainability goals. The 2026 event showcases how membrane technologies support product innovation and development, operational efficiency and sustainability goals.

]]> http://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99236 Mon, 06 Jul 2026 08:00:11 -0400 https://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99236-membrane-technology-forum-positions-membranes-as-a-tool-for-innovation-and-efficiency After a cool spring, summer has finally arrived. Ice cream is now a year-round treat, except maybe in January when people pursue New Year’s resolutions. In honor of the United States’ 250th anniversary, let’s explore which state loves ice cream most. After a cool spring, summer has finally arrived. Ice cream is now a year-round treat, except maybe in January when people pursue New Year’s resolutions. In honor of the United States’ 250th anniversary, let’s explore which state loves ice cream most.

]]> http://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99248 Mon, 06 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99248-from-blue-bell-to-ben-and-jerrys-state-by-state-ice-cream-preferences-across-america Jorge Izquierdo, vice president, market development, PMMI, the Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies, joins Dairy Foods for Episode 66 of the “Let’s Talk Dairy” podcast. During the podcast, he discusses artificial intelligence (AI). Jorge Izquierdo, vice president, market development, PMMI, the Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies, joins Dairy Foods for Episode 66 of the “Let’s Talk Dairy” podcast. During the podcast, he discusses artificial intelligence (AI).

]]> http://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99242 Thu, 02 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99242-episode-66-five-steps-dairy-processors-can-take-to-implement-a-successful-ai-strategy Dairy producers are evaluating membrane systems differently, looking beyond throughput to understand how those systems can help recover more value from existing streams. Dairy producers are evaluating membrane systems differently, looking beyond throughput to understand how those systems can help recover more value from existing streams.

]]> http://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99216 Fri, 26 Jun 2026 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99216-how-membrane-filtration-can-transform-milk-into-high-value-ingredients Sleep is a fundamental aspect of overall health and is featured in the American Heart Association’s “Life’s Essential 8,” along with diet and physical activity. As a result, consumers are increasingly seeking practical, evidence-based methods to promote healthy sleep patterns, notes Matthew Pikosky. Sleep is a fundamental aspect of overall health and is featured in the American Heart Association’s “Life’s Essential 8,” along with diet and physical activity. As a result, consumers are increasingly seeking practical, evidence-based methods to promote healthy sleep patterns, notes Matthew Pikosky.

]]> http://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99211 Thu, 25 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99211-examining-dairys-link-to-sleep-benefits Can ice cream be healthy? This column, written by William Sipple and Steve Young, is devoted to the topic in honor of this month’s health and wellness theme. Can ice cream be healthy? This column, written by William Sipple and Steve Young, is devoted to the topic in honor of this month’s health and wellness theme.

]]> http://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99139 Wed, 24 Jun 2026 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99139-is-ice-cream-a-healthy-food The dairy industry is debating cow's milk vs. plant-based alternatives while non-bovine milks from goats, sheep, camels, donkeys, and buffalo are gaining traction. These milks offer unique nutritional benefits, becoming vital in specialized nutrition and new product development. The dairy industry is debating cow's milk vs. plant-based alternatives while non-bovine milks from goats, sheep, camels, donkeys, and buffalo are gaining traction. These milks offer unique nutritional benefits, becoming vital in specialized nutrition and new product development.

]]> http://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99212 Tue, 23 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99212-researching-the-non-bovine-dairy-sector Protein as an ingredient is no longer a trend, but an integral part of modern food positioning. Several forces are driving the protein phenomenon simultaneously. Protein as an ingredient is no longer a trend, but an integral part of modern food positioning. Several forces are driving the protein phenomenon simultaneously.

]]> http://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99138 Mon, 22 Jun 2026 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99138-protein-the-powerhouse-of-health-and-wellness In order to get a better understanding of the latest trends and innovations in secondary packaging, Dairy Foods hosted a conversation with Peter Fox, CEO of SOMIC Packaging. In order to get a better understanding of the latest trends and innovations in secondary packaging, Dairy Foods hosted a conversation with Peter Fox, CEO of SOMIC Packaging.

]]> http://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99210 Fri, 19 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99210-secondary-dairy-packaging-trends-sustainability-automation-and-smart-machinery 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 Americans increasingly prioritize fitness and personalized nutrition, ice cream and frozen dessert manufacturers are innovating by rethinking formulations, sweeteners, and portion sizes to meet nutritional goals while satisfying indulgence, notes Mary Wilcox. As Americans increasingly prioritize fitness and personalized nutrition, ice cream and frozen dessert manufacturers are innovating by rethinking formulations, sweeteners, and portion sizes to meet nutritional goals while satisfying indulgence, notes Mary Wilcox.

]]> http://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99137 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99137-can-frozen-desserts-taste-great-and-provide-health-benefits 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 Educational track at the Membrane Technology Forum explores cleaning, sanitation and monitoring strategies designed to improve membrane performance, reduce resource consumption and extend membrane life. Educational track at the Membrane Technology Forum explores cleaning, sanitation and monitoring strategies designed to improve membrane performance, reduce resource consumption and extend membrane life.

]]> http://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99195 Fri, 12 Jun 2026 06:20:42 -0400 https://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99195-membrane-technology-forum-cleaning-and-sanitation-track-explores-membrane-cleaning-strategies-for-efficiency-and-sustainability The dairy industry faces a complex challenge in moving products from farm to fork, with a growing demand for cheese and frozen items amid shifting consumption trends. Efficient distribution and strict safety standards are key to meeting this evolving landscape and ensuring quality delivery. The dairy industry faces a complex challenge in moving products from farm to fork, with a growing demand for cheese and frozen items amid shifting consumption trends. Efficient distribution and strict safety standards are key to meeting this evolving landscape and ensuring quality delivery.

]]> http://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99196 Fri, 12 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99196-keep-milk-moving-how-to-efficiently-streamline-dairy-distribution Hilmar's PROtelyze Bio-Brain, a groundbreaking whey-derived ingredient, is set to redefine cognitive health in dairy. Named the 2026 Breakthrough Award winner, this innovative nootropic harnesses targeted peptides to boost memory and cognitive performance with just one gram daily. Hilmar's PROtelyze Bio-Brain, a groundbreaking whey-derived ingredient, is set to redefine cognitive health in dairy. Named the 2026 Breakthrough Award winner, this innovative nootropic harnesses targeted peptides to boost memory and cognitive performance with just one gram daily.

]]> http://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99193 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99193-dairy-foods-and-adpi-announce-2026-breakthrough-award-for-ingredient-innovation-winner Educational track at the Membrane Technology Forum explores how membrane technologies support dairy ingredient optimization, processing capacity and value-added dairy production. Educational track at the Membrane Technology Forum explores how membrane technologies support dairy ingredient optimization, processing capacity and value-added dairy production.

]]> http://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99189 Tue, 09 Jun 2026 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99189-membrane-technology-forum-dairy-track-examines-strategies-to-increase-throughput-and-ingredient-value 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 Educational session at the Membrane Technology Forum examines how membrane technologies are supporting development of dairy ingredients tailored for specific food and beverage applications. Educational session at the Membrane Technology Forum examines how membrane technologies are supporting development of dairy ingredients tailored for specific food and beverage applications.

]]> http://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99183 Thu, 04 Jun 2026 14:30:14 -0400 https://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99183-membrane-technology-forum-highlights-advances-in-dairy-ingredient-technologies Peloton instructor Adrian Williams discusses the role of dairy in fitness, shares insights on his training philosophy, and highlights the new Parm Bar, a delicious, protein-packed cheese snack perfect for workout recovery. Celebrate National Cheese Day with a modern twist! Peloton instructor Adrian Williams discusses the role of dairy in fitness, shares insights on his training philosophy, and highlights the new Parm Bar, a delicious, protein-packed cheese snack perfect for workout recovery. Celebrate National Cheese Day with a modern twist!

]]> http://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99180 Thu, 04 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99180-peloton-instructor-joins-dairy-foods-for-new-video Welcome to Dairy Foods' first Health and Wellness issue, focusing on dairy's revival, particularly cottage cheese and yogurt. Delve into recent trends, consumer preferences, and insights from industry reports, highlighting how dairy is adapting to meet the evolving needs of today’s health-conscious consumers. Welcome to Dairy Foods' first Health and Wellness issue, focusing on dairy's revival, particularly cottage cheese and yogurt. Delve into recent trends, consumer preferences, and insights from industry reports, highlighting how dairy is adapting to meet the evolving needs of today’s health-conscious consumers.

]]> http://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99127 Wed, 03 Jun 2026 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99127-dairy-foods-launches-its-first-health-and-wellness-issue U.S. dairy demand is soaring, with consumers rediscovering its nutritional and flavorful benefits. This National Dairy Month, we celebrate the innovation, resilience, and vital role of farmers, especially women, in shaping the industry’s bright future. U.S. dairy demand is soaring, with consumers rediscovering its nutritional and flavorful benefits. This National Dairy Month, we celebrate the innovation, resilience, and vital role of farmers, especially women, in shaping the industry’s bright future.

]]> http://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99162 Tue, 02 Jun 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99162-dairys-enduring-moment-why-resilience-and-renewal-define-todays-dairy-story 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. 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.

]]> http://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99172 Tue, 02 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99172-episode-65-chobani-vice-president-extols-the-benefits-of-protein Educational session at the Membrane Technology Forum examines how dairy processors are using membrane technologies to support production optimization and expand higher-value ingredient opportunities across dairy streams. Educational session at the Membrane Technology Forum examines how dairy processors are using membrane technologies to support production optimization and expand higher-value ingredient opportunities across dairy streams.

]]> http://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99155 Fri, 29 May 2026 06:00:44 -0400 https://www.dairyfoods.com/articles/99155-membrane-technology-forum-highlights-value-added-opportunities-in-dairy-processing