Edelweiss, a German dairy located in the Bavarian region and a subsidiary of France-based Bongrain S.A., is rolling out a limited-edition yogurt spread under its Brunch brand.  

 Mediterranean cuisine continues to drive innovation in all food categories, in all corners of the world. 

 Yogurt has long been associated with healthful eating and weight management. In Mexico, that image has been reinforced by the launch of Svelty Figura Yogurt Gelatin. 

 Land O’Lakes, Minneapolis, introduces Land O Lakes Cinnamon Sugar Butter Spread. 

 From cocktails to dessert, the bacon trend is making consumers go hog wild. 

 Packaging for fruit- and yogurt-based smoothies continues to evolve as manufacturers try to deliver the freshest product to consumers, yet with a shelf life that allows for efficient distribution. 

 In September, Carlinville, Ill.-based Prairie Farms Dairy sent students back to school with new fat-free, lower-sugar milk varieties in four kid-friendly flavors:  Chocolate, Cookies’N Cream, Strawberry and Vanilla. 

 Promised Land Dairy, Floresville, Texas, is known for its Jersey cows milk products, in particular Midnight Chocolate Milk and Old Fashioned Egg Nog.  

Until recently, locally made cottage cheese from Traders Point Creamery, Zionsville, Ind., was only sold through the company store and nearby retailers.

In early August, Straus Family Creamery, Petaluma, Calif., introduced a slow-cultured, locally made organic sour cream to San Francisco Bay-area grocery stores.