News & Analysis on the Dairy Industry & Markets
Several leading infant formula companies have reported growth in their infant formula sales for the first half of this year, with the popularity of premium products and expanding sales in both offline mother-and-baby stores and online channels a common...
Proven to destroy up to 90% of dilute methane, Ambient Carbon’s tech could supercharge dairy companies’ climate goals, slash scope 3 emissions
By formulating a dairy drink that specifically caters for weight loss medication users, Danone has set a new standard with Oikos Fusion
After twice failing to reach an agreement, Danone and Lifeway Foods are talking again - but is a deal in sight?
The lawsuit claims that Chobani is free-riding on Danone’s brand equity and marketing investment in RTD coffee by copying SToK’s slogan and packaging design
Refrigerated coffee creamers are a thriving category fueled by consumer appetite for barista-style drinks. Here’s what’s driving innovation
The group wants to validate repeat purchase behavior before committing to a nationwide roll-out in the US
Consuming a probiotic yogurt before academic exams may help students protect their gut microbiota from stress-related disruptions, says a new study from KU Leuven and Danone Research & Innovation.
Danone has delivered robust sales growth overall, thanks to its ‘Renew Danone’ strategy, but is seeing losses in some markets
Danone company Kate Farms tapped its medical nutrition expertise to craft a high-protein shake for everyday wellness. Here’s how they did it
The company’s new range promises to elevate nutritional support for consumers on weight management medications
The Akkermansia Company has been acquired by Danone as the global food company looks to invest further in gut health and next-generation biotic science.
From tapping into the CoffeeTok culture to elevating plant-based creamers, how is one of the major coffee creamer producers moving the needle on innovation?
Grant will oversee North America and LATAM at the personal care group
In a marketplace overflowing with clean label claims and nutritional callouts, it’s not always the brand with the best macros that wins. Increasingly, it’s the one that shows up when it matters most
Danone acquires Kate Farms in strategic move to bolster whole foods tube feeding offering
The move creates a new aisle presence for Oikos, traditionally known for its high-protein yogurts
Danone’s Q1 2025 results matched expectations thanks to growth in functional dairy and plant-based, infant and medical nutrition, but softness in coffee creamers raised eyebrows
A US federal judge ruled that the food majors were not culpable for their subsidiaries’ flawed safety protocols
Danone, Nestlé and others have seen gains as sweeping tariffs imposed by the US wiped out billions in stock market value
China’s birth rate stimulus measures were set to be a boon for infant formula makers - but one player is an extra step ahead. Here’s what analysts say
We look at why the dairy major tracked GLP-1-related conversations on social media - and how its Super Bowl commercial spoke to the masses
Danone claims Lifeway CEO Julie Smolyansky received shares in a ‘value-destroying gifting program’ without the dairy multi-national’s permission
The dairy major’s increased focus in health and nutrition has bolstered its yogurt sales and overall performance – with ultra-premium infant formula another winner for the company
With Activia making ‘good progress’ in North America, how is Danone’s strength in microbiome research driving the company’s yogurt business?
An emerging field in food and pharmaceuticals, next-generation probiotics may be the ticket to personalized foods that can target specific health conditions
Toasted Coconut Pancakes, Golden Milk Overnight Oats, Strawberry Banana Bread, Protein Smoothie Bowl – does it get any better to start the day?
The kefir manufacturer feels its strong financial metrics warrant a higher offer if it is to sell up
The revised offer represents ‘compelling value’ to Lifeway’s shareholders according to Danone’s Shane Grant and comes after the kefir maker’s Board rejected the dairy major’s $283m proposal.
The kefir maker’s board of directors has adopted a shareholder rights plan in a bid to avoid a hostile takeover.
Beef and dairy companies put greater focus on claiming lower emissions through regenerative ag practices over embracing the concept holistically, a new report has found.
The dairy major has enhanced its functional yogurt beverage to address key nutritional challenges for European consumers while also lightening up the range’s packaging.
The dairy major aims to cut feed procurement-related emissions by leveraging a lysine supplement on farms across four continents.
Kallie Goodwin, senior vice-president of Silk, tells us why Danone North America wants to increase access to plant-based milk alternatives in US schools.
Danone has launched its first kefir range in the UK as the company aims to tackle consumer scepticism and raise awareness of the fermented dairy product’s health benefits.
The French food and beverage major said its categories were growing 'faster' than the industry average in volume terms as it posted increased like-for-like sales in H1.
We round-up the latest regulation and food safety stories from North America . . .
The French dairy major is looking to deepen and expand its protein strategy to meet evolving consumer preferences for high-protein dairy products.
The French dairy major is adopting a ground-up approach in a new partnership that aims to unlock bottlenecks in the precision fermentation space.
The maker of Activia tells us what matters most when it comes to effectively communicating information about gut well-being to consumers.
Consumer demand for healthy living continues to drive the specialized nutrition market as dairy companies such as Danone solidify their presence in this space.
The dairy major says its snackable yogurt line offers ‘the best of both worlds’ in terms of taste and nutrition and is positioned to appeal to a variety of consumers.
MEP candidates from French and Dutch rural parties suggested agrifood producers had been under undue pressure to ‘green up’ their act, but some of their ideas might be too hard for the food industry to swallow.
A 9-year cohort study has found evidence that consuming whole-fat dairy may be linked to reversing hyperglycaemia and preventing its progression to type 2 diabetes in pre-diabetic patients.
Methane reduction may not be well understood by consumers, but Danone wants to bring them along on the journey.
Yogurt brands will be able to leverage a scientifically-backed health claim for the first time thanks to a successful petition lodged by Danone North America.
We look at the FY23 annual results posted by some of the global dairy majors.
The dairy major has completed the conversion of a French yogurt plant into a dedicated facility for plant-based milk alternatives.
Danone has become the latest manufacturer to release a range of high-protein dairy products in the UK. But can high-protein yogurts - that typically contain thickeners, starches and sweeteners - really be considered ‘healthy’?
The dairy major is supporting a new study into the efficacy of a red seaweed oil extract that could be less carbon-intensive to produce whilst also capable of reducing enteric methane by up to 80%.