Whole Grains Are The New Norm

News stories keep crossing our radar, piling on the evidence that whole grains are the new norm as we head into 2011.

Tillamook’s New Monterey Jack Cheese Hits Stores

With a new milder flavor, perfectly creamy texture and updated packaging, Tillamook Monterey Jack has a new recipe and a refreshed look. Also new from the premium dairy products company are the renamed Classic Mac & Cheese (formerly Classic Cheddar) and 4 Cheese Mexican shred blends as well as Provolone, Muenster and Baby Swiss shingle slices.

In 2011: Get Moving With TOMA LECHE

This year, the California Milk Processor Board (CMPB), the creator of GOT MILK? and TOMA LECHE, has teamed up with TV personality and yoga instructor Lina Navia to help California Latinos and their families practice a healthier lifestyle in 2011 with fitness through yoga and proper nutrition with milk.

Bliss Organic Ice Cream Acquired

Production chef Carey Fusick has acquired Boulder-based Bliss Organic Ice Cream from Nancy Blanchard. Its ice cream is sold in Whole Foods Market and King Soopers stores on the Front Range and in specialty stores such as Lucky’s Market in Boulder and The Bookworm bookstore in Edwards.

Commonwealth Dairy Yogurt Factory To Open In The Spring

The company plans to make yogurt for retailers under private labels and to sell its own all-natural “Mountainberry” brand product as well.