Dairy

Not everyone can afford to shop at Whole Foods. Not everyone can even afford to buy the name brand products at the local Jewel-Osco (or whatever the neighborhood supermarket is). Fortunately for everyone involved, generic products supply a worthy alternative to other pricey options. …

Today, ShelfLifeAdvice.com and Harris Interactive released a surprising new study revealing that 76 percent of U.S. consumers mistakenly believe certain foods are unsafe to eat after the date printed on the packaging has passed. In fact, food scientists agree that most foods, if stored properly, can be safely consumed for days or even weeks past the package date. …

G. Willi-Food International Ltd. (NASDAQ: WILC) (“Willi-Food”), a global food company specializing in the development, manufacture, marketing and international distribution of kosher foods, today announced that it has introduced to the market a new category of “GELATO” – kosher Italian ice-cream products, to enhance its already substantial product lineup. …

Congress is expected to finally pass the massive Wall Street reform bill later this week. And the lobbyists have already moved on to their next line of attack: The regulators who will issue the hundreds of new rules called for in the legislation. …

The California Milk Processor Board, the creator of GOT MILK?, is launching an online nutrition and health blog called GET FIT WITH GOT MILK? (www.getfitwithgotmilk.com). It’s a six-month, “mid-year resolution” program where users can get help from a dietitian and a personal trainer all for FREE. …