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Food manufacturers are being asked to accommodate more products, formats and package configurations, often within the same production environment. As those requirements change, flexibility can become an important consideration when processors evaluate new equipment.
Recent industry research provides some context. According to a PMMI report covered by Dairy Foods, the U.S. packaging machinery market …
Improving efficiency in a dairy processing plant is rarely as simple as replacing one machine or optimizing one step in production. Equipment, product flow, sanitation, controls, utilities, automation and downstream operations all influence how efficiently a production system performs.
Recent industry reporting on membrane technology provides a useful example. Removing water from dairy streams earlier …
Protein continues to influence product development throughout the dairy industry. Recent retail data indicates that dairy products carrying protein claims are growing faster than the broader dairy category, with yogurt, cottage cheese and milk among the areas showing momentum.
While protein-focused products continue to show growth in several dairy categories, market opportunities can vary significantly …
How consumers eat can be just as important as what they eat. Traditional meals remain part of everyday life, but snacking, grab-and-go options, smaller portions, shared foods and other eating occasions are giving food and dairy manufacturers more opportunities to think differently about product development.
Nutrition and functional benefits remain important, but flavor, enjoyment and …
Packaging does not always have to tell the entire story at first glance. By intentionally leaving certain elements unresolved, brands can tap into consumer curiosity and encourage shoppers to look closer, interact with a product, or seek out additional information. From mystery flavors and partial imagery to collectible packaging, these strategies demonstrate …
Limited-edition packaging can give food and beverage brands a creative way to capture attention without abandoning the elements consumers already recognize. From oversized packaging to designs tied to holidays and cultural moments, short-run packaging campaigns can create urgency, re-engage consumers, generate excitement and provide valuable feedback that may help inform future …
Cheese continues to hold a strong place in American diets, but new consumer research provides a closer look at why people choose it, how they eat it and which varieties they enjoy. A nationwide survey of 5,000 Americans found that cheese appeals to consumers for more than taste alone, with convenience, comfort, …
As GLP-1 use grows, changing eating habits may create new opportunities for dairy manufacturers. Consumers using these medications are increasingly prioritizing smaller portions, higher protein, lower sugar, digestive health and nutrient-dense foods, putting products such as Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, kefir and dairy-based protein beverages in a strong position to meet evolving …
Why it is becoming a competitive advantage for food and beverage brands.
No two fingerprints are alike — and no two cows are, either. One of the biggest challenges in sourcing and traceability of dairy ingredients begins at the primary source itself, milk. Whether crafting a milk-based beverage, cheese, a frozen dairy treat or dairy-derived …