Valio's Milk Film Starring Lemmy Kilmister Wins Campaign Of The Year At Effie Awards Finland

January 27, 2017 Valio from Finland

Starring the rock legend Ian “Lemmy” Kilmister, milk film by Valio, a Finnish dairy pioneer, has won the Campaign of the Year award at the Effie Awards Finland, a competition honouring the most effective marketing communications ideas. The video was shared through social and editorial media reaching more than 33 countries around the world and it was seen by over 87 million viewers, which is an exceptional figure considering that no money was spent on its distribution.

Califia Farms Launches Revolutionary Bottle Design For Its Fast-Growing Creamers

January 27, 2017 Califia Farms

Califia Farms leapt ahead in 2016 achieving 77% sales growth across all channels and the number one sales position for its Almondmilks and ready-to-drink Cold Brew Coffees in Natural according to SPINS data(1). Continuing on a dramatic upward trajectory, sales of Califia’s innovative nut milk creamers grew 138% in 2016 making them the fastest growing non-dairy creamer brand in the refrigerator case(2). This trend is set to continue with the introduction of a new 750ml creamer bottle design in Califia’s signature curvy form at the Specialty Food Association’s Winter Fancy Food Show today.

P.E.I. Dairy Farmers Beef Up Production As Amalgamated Dairies Limited Expands

January 27, 2017 Jim Day, The Guardian

Amalgamated Dairies Limited is a producer owned co-op with dairy processing and retail food distribution facilities throughout P.E.I. ADLis undergoing a major, $12 million expansion. Construction began in late December on a $3 million, 1,858 square-metre warehouse in Summerside to expand cheese curing and refrigerated storage.

Canadian Demand For Gluten-Free Foods Expected To Substantially Increase

January 27, 2017 Allergen Control Group Inc.

As awareness of celiac disease continues to increase, the demand for gluten-free foods is expected to dramatically rise, according to a new report released by The Canadian Celiac Association (CCA) and the Allergen Control Group (ACG). The 2016 Gluten-Free Stakeholder Update & Planning Session Report contains key findings, observations and future plans, as discussed by stakeholders from across the food value chain during a two-day session last September.

Crumbs Bake Shop Closes All Stores

January 27, 2017 Dana Hatic, Eater

It’s déjà vu for a New York City-based cupcake bakery: Crumbs Bake Shop is once again closing down its stores, this time in favor of building up its online business, according to Boston Restaurant Talk.