CFIA: Certain Igor Brand Gorgonzola Cheese May Contain Listeria

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) and Agropur are warning the public not to consume the Igor brand Gorgonzola Cheese described below because the product may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.

Higher Consumption Of Milk, Yogurt Or Cheese Was Associated With Lower Blood Pressure In Children

July 30, 2013 Dairy Research Institute

Children with high blood pressure tend to have high blood pressure as adults, putting them at increased risk of cardiovascular disease. A previous study of dietary patterns and blood pressure in children found that a diet rich in fruits, vegetables and dairy products was associated with lower blood pressure in early adolescence.

Agropur Cooperative Completes The Acquisition Of British Columbia's Coast Mountain Dairy

July 30, 2013 Agropur

Agropur Cooperative is pleased to announce that it has reached an agreement to purchase British Columbia's Coast Mountain Dairy, an important ice cream producer in Chilliwack, as of August 1, 2013.  Coast Mountain Dairy has been producing ice cream since 1997 and is the maker of SARA'S OLD FASHIONED premium ice cream, MOUNTAIN PRIDE premium line of ice creams and ARCTIC STAR, the economy line of ice cream and frozen desserts.

Karoun Dairies Launches New Products Inspired By Consumer Flavor Favorites

July 30, 2013 Karoun Daires

Karoun Dairies (karouncheese.com) is expanding their all natural, superior quality dairy products with the latest additions to their ever-popular lines with the launch of their new flavored Labnes – French Onion, Spicy Garden Vegetables and Creamy Ranch, Non-Fat Greek Honey Yogurt, Vanilla Honey Greek Yogurt and a deliciously Spreadable Breakfast Cream.

Fine Chocolate Industry Association Winter Meeting, January 18, 2014

The Fine Chocolate Industry Association (FCIA) is the only organization focused 100% on supporting professionals in the Fine Chocolate segment of the Chocolate Industry.  We started in 2007 with 15 founding members and currently have over 200 members worldwide. We're an international group of chocolate professionals who come together in support of the art of fine chocolate making.