Real California Cow’s Milk Cheeses Bring Home 31 Awards at American Cheese Society Meeting in Buffalo, New York

The American Cheese Society recognizes the finest cheeses and dairy products made in the Americas. A total of 1,596 cheese and cultured dairy products were entered into the competition. Cheeses made with California cow’s milk had a strong showing this year in a field of 142 organizations representing North America. 

The Dairy Alliance Secures Natural Resources Conservation Grant to Advance Dairy Smart Roadmap in Georgia

July 18, 2024 The Dairy Alliance

In partnership with the Georgia Milk Producers and Newtrient, an organization committed to reducing the environmental footprint of U.S. dairy and making it economically viable to achieve, the grant funding will provide conservation planning and technical assistance to 10 diverse dairy producers. This grant funding will accelerate progress towards the U.S. dairy industry’s 2050 environmental goals including achieving greenhouse gas neutrality, optimizing water use while maximizing recycling, and improving water quality.

Violife Launches Canada’s First 100% Dairy Free Cream Cheese Block

July 18, 2024 Upfield

Meet Violife’s 100% dairy free Creamy Block, the first-ever dairy free cream cheese block to be sold in Canada. The new Creamy Block can be whipped, spread and even baked, meaning Canadians can finally indulge in their favourite cream cheese recipes without the dairy. Creamy Block is currently available at retailers across the country, including Save-On-Foods and Longo’s, and will continue to be rolled out throughout the summer across select Loblaws banner stores.

Vinamilk Shares Its Innovation and Sustainability Strategy at Global Dairy Congress 2024

July 17, 2024 Vinamilk

Vinamilk, Vietnam’s leading dairy company, received close attention from key players in the global dairy sector during its presentation at the 2024 Global Dairy Congress.

Bunge Introduces Beleaf PlantBetter in North America: Elevating Plant-Based Alternatives to Match Dairy Butter

July 17, 2024 Bunge

Beleaf® PlantBetter is the answer to the complexities faced by food manufacturers and bakers seeking plant-based alternatives that match the sensory qualities and versatile functionality of traditional dairy butter and can easily be integrated in their current production process. Achieving the precise aeration, volume and taste required for products such as croissants, cakes, etc., has proven challenging for most butter substitutes. These challenges have been further amplified by the escalating volatility in butter pricing, driving the need for innovative solutions.