What's In Store 2018 — Specialty Drives Cheese Purchases

Consumers are most interested in new cheese varieties with in-store deli being an important place for experiencing specialty cheese — showcasing the largest share of dollars (66% or 2/3) of cheese sales. This is one of hundreds of findings in What’s in Store 2018, the latest edition of the annual trends publication from the International Dairy Deli Bakery Association™ (IDDBA), and What’s in Store Online, a collection of more than 150 downloadable graphs and tables, as well as links to white papers and trends articles.

Global Gardens Group – Veggemo Closing In On 3000 U.S. Retailers

December 21, 2017 Global Gardens Group

"To-date Veggemo is available in 2,300+ retail stores, with customer commitments that will grow this to over 3,000 stores shortly," states Frank Hood, VP U.S. Business Development. Mr. Hood further added, "Customers and consumers continually provide great feedback to Veggemo's taste, creamy texture and its healthy nutritional profile."

CA Milk Processor Board Celebrates With Largest-Ever 'Rosca De Reyes'

Honoring one of the most cherished holiday traditions in the Latino community, the California Milk Processor Board – creators of the iconic got milk? and Toma Leche campaigns – will unveil on Jan. 5, 2018 Los Angeles' largest-ever Rosca de Reyes, traditionally enjoyed on "Three Kings Day." The rosca, a ring-shaped sweet bread adorned with dried and candied fruits, will be created specially for the occasion by Porto's Bakery and Cafe, and decorated, cut and served by Porto's Bakery and other Los Angeles' leading Latino panaderías(bakeries), each of which will contribute a special milk beverage created just for the occasion.

USDA Seeks Nominees For National Fluid Milk Processor Promotion Board

December 21, 2017 USDA

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is asking fluid milk processors and other interested parties to nominate candidates to serve on the National Fluid Milk Processor Promotion Board. The deadline for nominations is Jan. 12, 2018.

SNAXPO18 Announces Insightful & Motivational Keynote Speakers

December 21, 2017 SNAC International

SNAXPO18, the world's largest, most comprehensive trade show devoted exclusively to the international snack industry, is pleased to announce two keynote speakers set to bring insights and innovative thinking to the March 12-14, 2018 industry event.