With consumers demanding lower sugar without any loss of comforting flavor, the dairy food industry has made great strides in reducing sugars in dairy products
Five main approaches to decrease or remove sugar from dairy foods
include direct reduction; substitution with a lower-calorie sweetener; substitution with a non-nutritive, high-intensity sweetener; utilization of processing technologies; and leveraging food science and sensory principles to enhance sweetness without sugar.
LALA Gold offers a premium nutritional profile with both drinkable and spoonable options: each 10oz drinkable serving contains 25g of protein, 6g of fiber and no added sugar, while the 5.3oz spoonable cups feature 20g of protein, active probiotics and no added sugar.
Reportedly reminiscent of homemade TikTok creations using yogurt, fruit, and other frozen goodies, the brand-new dairy snack innovation combines the creaminess of yogurt with the crunchy texture of Nature Valley Granola.
Chobani High Protein products offer a natural, nutritious and accessible lineup of Greek Yogurt cups with 20g of protein, and drinks with 15, 20, and, for its first time, 30g of protein in each serving — all lactose free and with no added protein powders, concentrates or preservatives, the company notes.
noosa is a leading manufacturer and marketer of premium whole-milk, Australian-style yogurt products, known for its rich, creamy texture and unique flavors.
Fermented foods other than dairy are trending, with sauerkraut, kimchi, pickles, and other vegetables; kombucha; sourdough; natto and tempeh leading the pack. Yet with cultured dairy still at the forefront, there are multiple fermented dairy products that offer benefits besides the immunity support of probiotics.
As business leaders and local governments struggle to navigate changes in the commercial real estate market to address a forever changed landscape of urban needs, Chobani is embracing a new vision for how businesses can invest in and deliver sustained impact for their home community.
"I would like to thank the Wisconsin Dairy Products Association for hosting the World Dairy Expo competition platform. Winning 65 awards is a great honor, and not only did we top last year's number of WDE awards, but we also retained our place as the competition's most-awarded dairy," said Matt McClelland, Prairie Farms CEO/EVP.
Following the completion of the transactions, the US and Canadian businesses will operate independently, with Lactalis acquiring the US business and Sodiaal acquiring the Canadian business.
“Truffle is a beloved flavor that provides decadent luxury; combining with our rich and bold White Cheddar delivers the best of both worlds,” said Amanda Vaal, brand director at Cracker Barrel Cheese. “Dill also continues to be high in demand, delivering a sharp and savory twist to a snacking classic.”