This launch comes after raising a $12 million seed round and opening a pilot plant in Oakland, Calif.

The vegan-certified cheese alternative comes in the same individually portioned wedges and is available in Garlic & Herb.

Growth of specific plant-based dairy alternatives like plant-based cheese, milks (soy, almond, etc.), ice cream, yogurt, and pea protein have been trending upwards. But is the subcategory niche or firmly “planted” in consumers’ minds?

The global dairy alternatives market was valued at $23 billion in 2021 and is estimated to reach $65.33 billion by 2030, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.3%, according to Pune, India-based Straits Research. 

The new spreads are all crafted using time-honored cheesemaking techniques from a rich, creamy base of organic cultured cashew milk.

U.S. sales of plant-based milks reached $2.8 billion in 2022, according to the Plant-Based Foods Association. “Plant-based milk remains the largest segment in the plant-based foods industry, with 40.6% of U.S. households purchasing plant-based milks, and an astounding 75.7% of consumers repeating their purchases,” the organization stated.

Daiya Foods released two new plant-based cheese products: Goat Cheeze Flavour Crumbles and Feta Cheeze Flavour Crumbles. The two new cheese products are available on-shelf throughout Canada, offering a new and delicious alternative to traditional dairy-based cheese,

The distribution partnership with Dot Foods will allow Miyoko's Creamery to deliver vegan products, crafted for all culinary and baking applications, to more than 5,000 foodservice distributors around the country.

By combining traditional cheesemaking methods with modern technology, Daiya is making a plant-based cheese with similar characteristics to dairy-based products, the company claims.

Winners will receive an exclusive Babybel heart-shaped box of plant-based cheese, in addition to other first-time essentials: A set of wine glasses, cheese snacking board, two matching ultra-soft robes, and a cozy blanket.