Dairy
Consumer Trends: Ice Cream And Frozen Treat Trends
July 13, 2012 12:38 pm | News | CommentsAccording to a survey, 82 percent of Americans plan to enjoy ice cream during National Ice Cream Month this year.
Artisans Craft High-End Cottage Cheese
July 13, 2012 9:54 am | by MICHAEL HILL,Associated Press | News | CommentsIn the hierarchy of culinary esteem, cottage cheese is not too far above Velveeta. But a small number of curd-loving cheese crafters are challenging that blase image.
Process Control Helps Ice Cream Shop Keep Its Cool
July 12, 2012 1:00 pm | by Erin Hsu, Senior Copywriter, Big Ass Fans | Articles | CommentsEmployees of a dairy company turned to a dozen industrial box fans for cooling, but their noise level, airflow and space requirements left a lot to be desired.
Climate Change May Result In Less Milk Production
July 12, 2012 12:54 pm | News | CommentsScientists found that the decline in milk production due to climate change will vary across the U.S., since there are significant differences in humidity and how much the temperature swings between night and day across the country.
Consumer Trends: Dairy Market Remains Steady
July 12, 2012 12:47 pm | News | CommentsA slow squeeze is likely to start reducing pressure on U.S. dairy producers through the rest of 2012, with a recovery gaining legs in early 2013.
General Mills To Bring 50 Haagen-Dazs Shops To China
July 11, 2012 9:57 am | News | CommentsGeneral Mills Inc. plans to open another 50 Haagen-Dazs ice cream shops in China over the next year, bringing its total in the country to 255.
Wis. Town Barred From Beefing Up Water Rules
July 11, 2012 9:52 am | by DINESH RAMDE,Associated Press | News | CommentsThe Wisconsin Supreme Court says a rural town does not have the authority to impose tougher water quality standards on a livestock farm than the state requires.
Photo Of The Day: Wisconsin Water Wars
July 11, 2012 9:44 am | News | CommentsWisconsin’s Supreme Court is set to rule Wednesday, July 11, 2012, in a closely watched case that pits Larson Acres Inc. against a small town that blames its water-pollution problems on manure generated by Mike Larson’s 2,900 cows. The case is the first to test a 2004 state law governing the expansion of livestock farm operations.
Ice Cream Recalled For Undeclared Eggs
July 10, 2012 1:11 pm | News | CommentsThe Cass-Clay Creamery of Fargo, N.D., is voluntarily recalling some brands of peppermint bon bon-flavored ice cream because they may contain eggs that aren't listed on the label.
Photo Of The Day: Pepsi Tries Yogurt
July 10, 2012 8:41 am | News | CommentsPepsiCo, Inc. and Theo Muller Group, the largest privately held dairy business in Germany, announced their U.S. joint venture, Muller Quaker Dairy, will enter the growing U.S. dairy market in mid-July with premium yogurt products.
IDFA Wants Limits On Milk Supply Removed From Farm Bill
July 9, 2012 12:56 pm | News | CommentsThe stabilization program will hamstring a growing dairy export business, discourage investment into processing facilities and ultimately hurt new or expanding dairy farms by limiting increased demand for more milk production, says the International Dairy Foods Association.
PepsiCo Enters Yogurt Market
July 9, 2012 10:03 am | News | CommentsPepsiCo Inc. is rolling out its first yogurt in the U.S., as the company known for its sodas and Frito-Lay snacks continues bulking up its cupboard of offerings with a more nutritious appeal.
Consumers Asked To Pay More To Save Dairy Farms
July 5, 2012 9:41 am | by LISA RATHKE,Associated Press | News | CommentsKeep Local Farms is designed to raise money for struggling New England dairy farms while educating consumers about those family businesses. The program urges colleges, universities and other institutions in New England to charge a little more for milk, with the extra money going to farmers in the region.
No Quick-Fix For China's Troubled Dairy Industry
June 29, 2012 8:44 am | by ALEXA OLESEN, Associated Press | News | CommentsThe contamination problems with China's dairy industry have sent people over the border into Hong Kong to buy milk powder for their babies, and have been reported in the usually tightly controlled state media.
Consumer Trends: Organic Dairy Market Continues To Grow
June 28, 2012 12:00 pm | News | CommentsThe global demand for organic foods and beverages has been steadily increasing over the last decade. Growing awareness regarding health benefits as well as the adverse effects of pesticide residues have been the key factors behind this growth.
Photo Of The Day: Dropping Vermont
June 27, 2012 10:06 am | News | CommentsCabot Creamery Cooperative, maker of cheese, butter and other dairy products, is phasing out labels with the state on the logo. A green outline of the state is being dropped in favor of a green barn and the words "Owned by our Farm Families in New York & New England."
Cabot Phasing Out Vermont Logo
June 27, 2012 9:49 am | by DAVE GRAM,Associated Press | News | CommentsOne old logo has "Cabot" stamped over a green outline of the state, with the word "Vermont" next to it. Another just has the shape of Vermont under the word "Cabot." The new one has a green barn and the words "Owned by our Farm Families in New York & New England."
Hershey Plans Growth Around Key Brands
June 26, 2012 12:42 pm | News | CommentsHershey Co. reaffirmed its full-year forecast and set its long-term financial goals Monday as it outlined plans to build its business around five key candy brands.
Bel Brands Opening Cheese Plant In South Dakota
June 26, 2012 9:46 am | News | CommentsChicago-based Bel Brands USA is holding a groundbreaking ceremony this week for a new cheese plant in Brookings.
Local Butter Gains Big Recognition
June 26, 2012 9:41 am | by JIM HOOK, (Chambersburg) Public Opinion | News | CommentsButter from Trickling Springs Creamery in Chambersburg is spreading through five-star eateries in the Northeast. The local artisan butter was among 19 recommended by Culture, a national magazine about cheese and other foods.
Consumer Trends: Top Ice Cream Trends
June 25, 2012 12:50 pm | News | CommentsVanilla is the most popular ice cream flavor, premium ice cream is the best-selling type of ice cream and frozen yogurt is resurging in popularity among Americans.
Edy's Ice Cream To Expand In Indiana
June 25, 2012 9:56 am | News | CommentsEdy's Grand Ice Cream says it expects to spend $1.5 million on the project that will include new entrances, a renovated 2,000-square-foot cafeteria, men's and women's locker rooms, meeting rooms and office space.
Pizza Chains Fight Calorie Labeling
June 22, 2012 8:00 am | Videos | CommentsThe country's largest pizza chains are in an uproar over new FDA regulations requiring calorie labeling on menus and menu boards.
Hershey To Help Restore Cocoa Growing In Mexico
June 21, 2012 1:02 pm | News | CommentsThe Hershey Company and cocoa supplier Agroindustrias Unidas de Cacao SA de CV, a member of the Ecom Cocoa Group, have launched the Mexico Cocoa Project, a 10-year, $2.8 million initiative to reintroduce cocoa growing in southern Mexico and help restore the country’s beleaguered cocoa farming industry.
Ice Cream Man Not Laughing At Good Humor Shortage
June 21, 2012 9:49 am | by DAVID DISHNEAU,Associated Press | News | CommentsGood Humor's parent company Unilever PLC said a sales spike during the unusually warm spring and challenges linked to next month's closing of its Hagerstown manufacturing plant have limited its ability to supply ice cream trucks with Toasted Almond, Candy Center Crunch and Chocolate Eclair bars.
