Month: May 2012

Cheese is a staple of many diets and, let's face it, it makes us happy. But sometimes we worry about the fat and calories it contains. Add this little guilt trip, plus a rise in veganism over the past few years and an increase in reported allergies to milk and soy, and now you've got a ripening market for cheese alternatives. But making such a product is easier said than done, says food scientist Kantha Shelke. …

Retailers experienced significant sales lift by pairing dairy with other meal-building products, according to new research from the Innovation Center for U.S. Dairy, which was founded by America’s dairy farmers. The findings are the result of a nationwide retail pilot test that developed and implemented several concepts to identify best practices and validate consumer acceptance of a meal solutions program. …

Benelact Dairy introduces the world’s first all-natural, reduced-cholesterol dairy foods. At the FMI 2012 show in Dallas, the company is launching a line of butter and several cheese varieties with 1/3 less cholesterol than traditional butter and cheese. Branded and private label products are available globally. …