Lioni Latticini Inc., Union, N.J., said it is carrying on its long-celebrated tradition by introducing fresh mozzarella cheese pre-sliced in a new easy-to-open package with a fresh new look.

Lioni Latticini launches cheese sold in resealable pouches with six individual vacuum-sealed packages.

At the end of 2011, Northfield, Ill.-based Kraft Foods promised many new products for the coming year.

The prevalence of lactose intolerance — real or perceived — continues to increase around the world, and in response, all types of food formulators have made “lactose free” a priority in their product development endeavors.