Remember the Coke-Pepsi wars of the late 20th century when the giants battled each other over soft drinks? That competition may be over, but a new one could break out on different turf: the dairy case. PepsiCo is getting involved in yogurt, while the Coca-Cola Co. is distributing a dairy-based recovery beverage.
Foodservice operators and suppliers can appeal to women, especially older women, by offering yogurt-based sauces and other healthier substitutions for heavier sauce options. That’s the conclusion from Chicago-based Technomic Inc., a research firm specializing in foodservice trends.
Popsicle meets yogurt in Unilever's Yosicle. The brand says the treat "combines the classic taste of Popsicle pops with the creamy deliciousness of yogurt." The frozen novelty will be in stores this month.
A weekly round-up of the people, products and processors making news this week. In this edition: Unilever, Peggy Biltz, Hidden Valley Ranch, Arena Cheese and more.
The Apollo Food Group LLC, Boston, has launched an all-natural frozen Greek yogurt smoothie product in three varieties: mango pineapple, mixed berry and strawberry banana.
The VS/BL lobe fillers fill smooth products such as yogurt and juice, while the VF/SPM piston filler fills viscous products with large particulate, such macaroni and cheese and ricotta
