Like a powerful blizzard blasting the landscape, health and wellness is socking it to the dairy ingredients’ sector. But rather than snow, ice, and high winds pelting consumers, shoppers are facing a deluge of such positive elements as products that are low in sugar, high in protein, and those that contain prebiotics and probiotics.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) reported that per capita consumption of dairy products reached 661 pounds per person in 2023, an increase of 7 pounds per person over the previous year and matching the all-time record set in 2021.
YoBark is refrigerated and combines the creaminess of yogurt with the crunchy texture of Nature Valley Granola, offering a multi-sensory flavor experience, according to Dairy Management Inc. It is available at Albertson’s, Safeway and Walmart and will reach more retailers nationwide in the coming months.
According to survey results, 85% of respondents indicated they wanted to increase their protein intake but lack knowledge around the increasingly popular macronutrient and face barriers including cost, convenience, and not wanting to compromise taste for nutrition.
The conference will take place at the KI Convention Center in Green Bay, Wis., on January 15 to 16. It will kick-off with a party at Lambeau Field and conclude with the Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin's Master Cheese Reception and a special celebration for DBA's 25th anniversary.
In tandem with the company’s 50th anniversary, alouette, the cheese brand welcoming Americans to the unexpected wonders of French specialty cheeses, announced it’s rolling out the brand’s biggest creative campaign to date.
Jean-François Dubé, senior vice president, operations, will continue efforts to increase efficiency and reliability across Agropur’s 29 production facilities in Canada and the United States.
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