News from dairy processors, associations and suppliers
January 31, 2022
New York-based mochi ice cream company Mochidoki said founder and CEO Ken Gordon is stepping down from his role as CEO, remaining on as chairman. Claudio LoCascio is the company’s new CEO and president.
Eleven scholarships worth $2,500 each will be awarded, in addition to a $3,500 James H. Loper Jr. Memorial Scholarship to one outstanding recipient.
January 31, 2022
Dairy Management Inc. (DMI), Rosemont, Ill., said applications are being accepted for college scholarships that are awarded by America’s dairy farmers and importers through the National Dairy Promotion and Research Board (NDB).
Dairy processors could take steps to improve the quality, taste and sustainability of their products to remain ahead of the competition and meet rising consumer expectations.
It’s no surprise that the COVID-19 pandemic has shifted the demands of today’s consumers. Whether it’s for more nostalgic tastes or healthier moments of indulgence, dairy processors will need to keep an eye on these trends to stand out from the competition.
Wonka Whipple Scrumptious Fudgy Caramel also comes in a zero-sugar variety.
January 24, 2022
International Delight — a brand of Broomfield, Colo. and West Plains, N.Y.-based Danone North America — says it launched Wonka Whipple Scrumptious Fudgy Caramel creamers in partnership with Warner Bros. Consumer Products.
The awards were presented on Jan. 23 during Dairy Forum.
January 24, 2022
The International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) recognized the remarkable leadership of Ed Mullins, senior executive officer of Edwardsville, Ill.-based Prairie Farms Dairy Inc., and Dan Zagzebski, president and CEO of Hiram, Ohio-headquartered Great Lakes Cheese Company Inc., by honoring each with the IDFA Laureate Award during the association’s annual Dairy Forum.
Retail milk sales have soured of late. Dollar sales within the refrigerated milk category fell 1.5% to $14,274.0 million during the 52 weeks ending Nov. 28, 2021, according to data from Chicago-based market research firm IRI. Unit sales tumbled 4.6% to 4,736.1 million.