In the refrigerated juice category, orange juice takes a hit. There are a few bright segments, namely veggie juice cocktails, juice and drink smoothies, and lemonade.

The cream cheese maker is thriving, business is good and its innovative Greek cream cheese is helping to drive growth for itself and customers.

The 116-year-old cream cheese company opens a plant in Arizona. The location offers access to a plethora of good milk and helps the dairy processor achieve its goal of double-digit growth.

Suppliers discuss the many benefits to using shrink sleeves, how best to store labels and other labeling best practices.

Yogurt manufacturers are getting innovative and capitalizing on the diversity of yogurt with niche products and appealing to a wider audience. Whole-fat and low-sugar varieties are part of the mix.

Unit sales are up slightly for the natural cheese category, but sales of processed cheese continue to decline.

Sales are up for non-aseptic energy drinks, while non-aseptic sports drinks see unit sales barely moving.

Ice cream processors look to unique, out-of-the-box flavors, a plethora of inclusions, seasonal offerings and clean labels to build their brands.

For yogurt companies that offer various lines and niche products, package color, shape and printing choices help consumers find their favorites quickly on store shelves.