The Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association (WCMA), Madison, Wis., is calling for nominations of individuals to be considered for formal recognition in 2021 for their outstanding contributions to the dairy processing industry.

The Award of Merit was established in 1991 to recognize individuals who have made a significant difference in the processed dairy products industry.

Borden Dairy said it and certain affiliates finalized the approximately $340 million sale of substantially all Borden assets to Capitol Peak Partners and KKR.

Cheese snack brand Babybel, from Chicago-based Bel Brands USA, said it is launching a new campaign with the mission of inspiring consumers to “Join the Goodness.”

Ornua, Ireland’s largest premium dairy cooperative, announced a major expansion of its Ornua Ingredients North America division, with a $10 million investment upgrading its Hilbert, Wis., cheese ingredients operation.

In response to increasing consumer demand for healthier, more natural options, My/Mo Mochi Ice Cream, Los Angeles, said it is moving to using only non-GMO ingredients while also replacing corn syrup with cane sugar as the sweetener across its entire mochi ice cream portfolio.

In recognition of National Ice Cream Month this July, Prairie Farms Dairy, Edwardsville, Ill., is inviting ice cream lovers everywhere to visit its July Ice Cream Month page and sign up for a chance to win one of 10 weekly ice cream packages.

Westby Cooperative Creamery said it is giving its 6,280-gallon silo on Main Street in Westby, Wis., a facelift by wrapping it to look like a giant cottage cheese container.