As the company prepares to build a new processing facility, one that will more than double its current 16,000 square feet to approximately 40,000 square feet, it is working to maximize production rates and efficiencies at the Marshall, Calif., plant in which it has been operating since the company’s inception in 1994.

The pouches and tubes are sold in four flavors, including mixed berry.

Ice cream sales have been ticking up, showing some promise in the ever-competitive category. Sales of frozen novelties, meanwhile, have not been faring as well. Unit sales have been falling, and dollar sales have been nearly frozen.

The dairy processor is striving to be a role model for supporting local family farms and preserving the environment.

MKP Products LLC, Springfield, Va., now offers a line of ready-to-drink (RTD) wellness teas called Role Tea.

Numi Organic Tea, Oakland, Calif., and Smucker Natural Foods, Chico, Calif., unveiled a premium RTD organic tea line featuring five flavors: black lemon, Jasmine green, classic mint, aged Earl Grey and hibiscus red.