The Consortium for Common Food Names points out the irony of the EU’s aggressive over-reach to own certain food names, given the fact that American cheese producers have produced parmesan and other cheeses for many decades, often to international acclaim.
December 17, 2013
U.S. negotiators must seek access for U.S. parmesan and other cheeses, and push back on European Union (EU) efforts to claim exclusive rights to the use of these common food names in any discussions concerning geographical indications.
Dairy Foods’ exclusive job satisfaction survey shows the majority of those in the industry are happy with their jobs, especially those in management and those working for fluid dairy companies.
HP Hood is guided by a four-point strategy of manufacturing branded, private label, licensed and co-packed dairy foods and beverages. It does more than roll out new products; it develops new categories of dairy foods and beverages.
Sales of Greek yogurt have increased 32% year-to-date and are projected to grow even higher in 2014, according to the company.
December 10, 2013
Greek yogurt processor Chobani Inc., New Berlin, N.Y., said today that its Twin Falls, Idaho, facility has reached optimal production capability. It termed it "a significant milestone achieved in less than a year."
Others in the dairy industry are honored with awards and citations.
December 9, 2013
Dipak Golechha was named chief financial officer of Greek yogurt maker Chobani Inc., and Kevin C. Yost has resigned as the president and chief operating officer of the Dairy Foods Division (USA) of Saputo, the Canadian-based dairy processor.
Point Reyes Farmstead Cheese Co. was named the recipient of the 2013 California Leopold Conservation Award for voluntary stewardship and management of natural resources.
The food industry is feeling ripple effects from rising food and fuel prices, new benefit costs due to the 2010 Affordable Care Act, modest income growth following the 2013 payroll tax increase, and weak consumer confidence due to fiscal uncertainty.