Dairy

U.S. Championship Cheese Contest Announces 2,414 Entries 

February 5, 2025 Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association (WCMA)

With one month remaining until the renowned 2025 United States Championship Cheese Contest, dairy manufacturers across the country are ready for a robust competition for the coveted title of U.S. Champion. Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association (WCMA), proud host of the Contest, announced that dairy businesses representing 31 states submitted 2,414 entries of cheese, butter, cultured products, and dry dairy ingredients across 117 classes for evaluation. …

USDA Issues Final Rule on Amendments to the Federal Milk Marketing Orders

January 30, 2025 The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS)

Following publication of the final decision, AMS administered and oversaw 11 referenda whereby producers whose milk was pooled on an FMMO in the selected representative month of January 2024 had the opportunity to vote in favor of or opposition to the FMMOs proposed to be amended. …

How Plant Milks are Pushing for Further Innovation in Specialty Coffee

January 30, 2025 Perfect Daily Grind

The global plant milk industry, projected to reach US $21 billion in 2026, has been steadily gaining more of dairy’s market share in recent years. Rising consumer concerns about the environmental impact of cow’s milk and the growing veganism movement have led more people to opt for plant milks, including in their coffee. …

Lactalis USA Opens Culinary & Sensory Institute as Hub to Advance Culinary Expertise and Ensure Product Quality

January 30, 2025 Lactalis USA 

The new institute is a center of excellence for Lactalis’ North American culinary and sensory channel operations for fostering innovation, enhancing customer and consumer experiences with the company’s dairy products and testing product quality. Lactalis USA is a subsidiary of Lactalis, the world’s largest dairy company.  …

Ellsworth Creamery Launches New Logo and Comprehensive Rebranding Initiative

January 23, 2025 Ellsworth Creamery

Designed to resonate with modern consumers, the new visual identity emphasizes freshness, quality, and a deep connection to the Midwest dairy community. …