Lifeway Foods rejects Danone’s ‘opportunistic proposal’, adopts ‘poison pill’ plan
The kefir maker’s board of directors has adopted a shareholder rights plan in a bid to avoid a hostile takeover.
Functional dairy
Can functional dairy beverages thrive on the ‘dusty shelf’?
Products such as probiotic-enriched milk can now be stored outside the fridge thanks to food technology and packaging innovations. But would consumers buy into the emerging category?
Functional formulations with upcycled acid whey
Acid whey is typically discarded as a waste product from yogurt and cottage cheese production; but it could be better utilized as an ingredient in functional foods and beverages.
Dairy NPD trend drivers: what do consumers want?
From supporting weight loss to boosting protein intake, how can dairy brands respond to the latest consumer trends?
Chobani’s all-natural high-protein yogurt for the masses
The US Greek yogurt producer wants to ‘broaden the market’ of high-protein yogurt for mainstream consumers – but how does the range stand out?
How dairy majors are tapping into high-protein dairy this fall
Recent product releases from Saputo, Müller and others ride on the growing consumer demand for high-protein dairy in the UK. How are companies innovating?
Danone caps 30 years of gut health innovation with Actimel+ Triple Action release
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.
What's new in dairy? From yogurt shots to plant-based cheddar
We round up some of September's latest retail launches across the UK and North America...
Brand focus: Lactoferrin milk powder maker Jatcorp moves way from distribution, OEM model
Australia-based Jatcorp will focus on building its nutrition brands and potentially acquire at least one new brand in the upcoming year, as it moves away from product distribution and OEM.
Synbiotic yogurt consumption reduces oxidative stress, a risk factor for developing cancer, diabetes
Consuming the functional dairy product can lower the risk of cell and tissue damage that can later cause chronic and degenerative diseases such as cancer and heart disease.
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Functional foods fuel healthy eating trends
A growing trend of health-conscious consumers in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic has sparked calls for manufacturers to focus on functional foods.
Danone seeks untapped opportunities in a booming high-protein space
The French dairy major is looking to deepen and expand its protein strategy to meet evolving consumer preferences for high-protein dairy products.
Are food producers making the most of the cottage cheese trend?
Cottage cheese is growing in both volume and pricing in the US, making the category ripe for innovation. But are manufacturers taking advantage – and why should they?
Consumers are ‘overwhelmed’ by ‘confusing’ gut health marketing, Danone finds
The maker of Activia tells us what matters most when it comes to effectively communicating information about gut well-being to consumers.
The next dairy 'superfood' could be... fortified buffalo yogurt
A nutritional powerhouse that packs more protein and less cholesterol than cow's milk yogurt, buffalo yogurt is ripe for functional innovation, a study suggests.
Postbiotics: The lesser-known microbes in the gut health universe
Prebiotics and probiotics are practically celebrities in the world of gut health, but have you heard of postbiotics? This lesser-known friend of pre and pro is quickly climbing the gut-health charts.
‘The prospects are tantalizing’: Prebiotic fiber can make low-calorie ice cream as creamy as the full-fat stuff
Dietary fiber with functional and clean-label appeal can be a ‘genuine’ fat replacer in low-calorie ice cream, new research has found.
Dairy trends unwrapped: Consumers seek added value, scrutinize claims
The majority of shoppers are ‘unwilling to sacrifice quality’ even if that means paying a higher price, new research suggests. Plus: opportunities in dairy desserts, ice cream, label claims and pack sizes.
Most global shoppers would spend more for natural, clean label claims
Clean label formulations attract new consumers and increase quality perceptions and purchase intent, according to global consumer research.
Yogurt on toast? Consumers are getting more creative with use occasions, Onken says
The yogurt brand aims ‘to inject a sense of fun’ through its latest advertising campaign in the UK as it admits consumers use the dairy staple in unexpected ways.
Healthier Choices: Yili on clean label, Freshcourt on health trends, Nestle on healthy ageing and more feature in our round-up
Yili on clean label, Freshcourt on health trends, Nestle on healthy ageing and more feature in this edition of Healthier Choices.
Destressing through food: Can functional food help stress relief?
In our highly stressed-out age, functional food can be a way to ease the load. But where do we look for stress relief, and what foods do we consume?
Morinaga introduces new multifunctional FFCs targeting bone and gut health, fatigue-relief amid growing demand
Morinaga Milk is slated to roll out several new Foods with Function Claims (FFCs) that target the major health concerns of Japanese consumers and to meet the increasing demand for multifunctional products.
Protein powder launches continue to grow while bars hit saturation point
The number of protein bars on the European market has significantly decreased, while the protein powders category has continued to grow thanks largely to innovations with clear protein and collagen, new data reveals.
IDFA’s LAC seal is extended to all probiotics-rich yogurt, cultured dairy products
As cultured dairy consumption booms, a label promoting products rich in live and active cultures re-emerges.
Brands bet on fortification to fill the gaps in plant-based milk innovation
Milk alternatives are the most mature category in alt dairy, but while food brands have largely addressed sensory and functional challenges, nutrition is still lacking.
FDA ruling unlocks the first ever qualified health claim for yogurt
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.
Health and fermented dairy: How do popular foods stack up as therapeutics?
Fermented dairy products may be widely associated with various gut, bone and muscle health benefits, but the foods’ effects on chronic disease prevention and management may be less well-known and researched.
Dairy Management Inc. to leverage AI in search for new commercial opportunities in milk
The US dairy industry body has partnered with artificial intelligence services provider PIPA as it aims to discover novel health benefits and applications for milk.
High-protein dairy is booming, but how 'healthy' is it?
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’?
Alexandre Family Farm helps Once Upon a Farm enter dairy with A2 milk offerings
The childhood nutrition company has become the latest to partner with the California-based dairy producer who specializes in A2 organic grass-fed milk production.
Probiotic Bulgarian yogurt ‘feasible’ to achieve good health and well-being on Mars missions
Freshly made Bulgarian yogurt can feasibly be incorporated into an astronaut's diet to boost gut health and overall wellness in support of humanity’s extraterrestrial ambitions, says a new study.
Flavor and color trends in dairy: Predictions for 2024
We round-up some of the flavor and color trends likely to inject excitement and innovation in dairy food production this year.
From Chobani to Ben & Jerry’s: What’s hitting the shelves in January?
We round-up some of the latest dairy and dairy alternatives releases announced in January 2024.
Bel Group R&D partner Standing Ovation gets funding boost to propel its alt protein innovation
The Paris-based foodtech company, in which dairy major Bel Group is an investor, will use the funding to scale-up the production of casein through precision fermentation.
Ulcer-healing dairy supplement leverages nanotech to squeeze the most of its ‘golden’ ingredient
South Korean brand Castoma says nanotechnology has enabled the company to shrink down the molecules of curcumin and boost its effectiveness against common stomach problems.
Nestlé's N3 milk powders offer functional benefits in a familiar format for the Chinese market
The food and beverage major has released its first product range that leverages milk made with the company's proprietary enzymatic solution that can naturally turn lactose into dietary fiber.
FDA publishes SME-friendly compliance guide on new yogurt standard
As the implementation date nears, the FDA has released an easy-to-digest guide to help small businesses prepare for the new requirements for yogurt – from information about additives to labeling rules and beyond.
Dairy compounds promote the survival of B. infantis in the intestine – study
The findings suggest milk phospholipids can be used as a functional ingredient to enhance the effects and survival rates of pro- and postbiotics in the gastrointestinal tract.
ofi to produce specialist protein concentrates as it eyes further expansion Down Under
After 10 years of investing in New Zealand dairy through a third-party processor, Olam Food Ingredients (ofi) has now set up its own dairy ingredients supply and manufacturing operations in the APAC country’s dairy heartland.
Trends from Anuga 2023: Functional dairy
DairyReporter recently visited the biennial tradeshow that took place in Cologne, Germany. Here, we bring you the first of a series of articles dedicated to the trends we spotted, starting with functional dairy.
SupplySide West 2023: Arla to show new ways to incorporate whey in sports nutrition products
At the Las Vegas-based trade event, the company will demonstrate how its whey protein solutions can be used to create clear protein shakes.
ofi more than doubles functional dairy ingredients capacity with expanded Malaysia plant and R&D center
The ingredients specialist hails ‘milestone moment’ that will strengthen its regional presence and allow it to further focus on high-growth categories such as RTD beverages, premixes and blending lines.
FrieslandCampina Ingredients eyes ‘pockets of growth’ with new child nutrition portfolio
The company is pivoting its dairy-derived early life nutrition ingredients into a portfolio designed to enhance the nutritional value of products aimed at children aged 3 and up.
Fonterra posts record NZ$1.6bn profits on the back of strong protein and cheese margins
The New Zealand co-op forecasted improved margins across consumer and foodservice channels for FY24 and said there were indications that demand for milk powders will begin to return from early 2024.
dsm-firmenich reinvigorates the better-for-you yogurt category with pH-stabilizing starter cultures
The cultures extend the pH stability of fermented dairy, ensuring consistently mild sensory experience in products such as drinking or spoonable yogurts.
Japan’s Morinaga Milk gets Brazil regulatory nod for proprietary probiotic strain
Bifidobacterium longum subsp. longum has been approved by the Brazilian Health Regulatory Agency, allowing the ingredient to be used in dietary supplements and food products sold in Brazil.
DMI opens entries to 2024 New Product Competition
The checkoff is inviting college students to develop new products in line with current consumer and industry trends, with $27,000 in cash prizes up for grabs.
Soybean curd boosts dietary fiber, protein content in ice cream
Okara, a by-product from tofu and soy milk production, can improve the fiber and protein content of ice cream – but does it taste good?
Could loquat fruit be the next big trend in yogurt?
Researchers developed a novel probiotic fruit yogurt to test how the addition of loquats, tropical fruits with a sweet and tangy flavor, affected the functional and sensory properties of cow's milk yogurt. The results were 'remarkably positive' . . .