Mexican blends and aged cheese trending upward.
With adjectives like stretchy, cheesy and crumbly, cheese has several textures, while flavors range from salty or sharp to nutty or creamy. From mozzarella used as a pizza topping to ricotta cheese in a lasagna to melty cheddar on top of a chargrilled burger, the superlatives around cheese …
Wisconsin dairy processors applauded lawmakers for supporting $3.2 million in critical funding measures that strengthen the state’s role as a national leader in agricultural exports and dairy innovation, amid myriad pressures on June 27, 2025.
“As dairy processors meet the challenges of international marketplace volatility, supply chain disruptions, a labor shortage, and biosecurity threats, WCMA …
Sheep’s milk cheeses — which have been famous for centuries in countries such as Spain (Manchego), Italy (Pecorino Romano) and Greece (Feta) — have a much younger history in the United States. However, U.S. sheep’s and mixed-milk cheeses increasingly are gaining notice on national and international stages, thanks to innovative cheesemakers, their award-winning products and …
Current global dairy demand trends are expected to weigh on prices, especially as key global buyers become aware of increasing milk production. Concerns persist about weak Chinese demand, slowing economic growth, trade tensions and high Oceania whole milk powder prices, says Rabobank’s RaboResearch Food & Agribusiness division in its latest global dairy quarterly Q2 2025 …
A person’s perception of flavor begins long before they take a bite. The psychology of food packaging shows how colors, textures, and words used on packaging set powerful subconscious expectations about taste, quality, and even mouthfeel. Whether a product is perceived as indulgent, refreshing, or artificial often comes down to these design choices.
For food …
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) intends to extend the compliance deadline for the food traceability rule in Section 204(d) of the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA).
The original compliance date was to be Jan. 15, 2026. In its constituent update March 20, the FDA confirmed that the intention to extend the deadline by …
The dairy industry is an important part of the global food supply, and it is seeing major changes due to developments in automation. This evolution in technology impacts every part of dairy processing chain from the initial reception of raw milk to the final packaging of nutritious milk products.
Incorporating automated systems isn’t just about …
The dairy supply chain continues to face ongoing pressures including labor and transportation shortages, high fuel costs, evolving regulatory and food safety concerns and more.
Having a proper distribution system is essential to maintaining an efficient and effective dairy processing operation. The dairy supply chain continues to face ongoing pressures including labor and transportation shortages, …
Consumer spending habits are changing faster than ever, and businesses need to keep up to stay relevant in 2025. These trends give us a peek into what people value most – whether it’s sustainability, convenience, or just getting the most bang for their buck. From global shifts like going green to specific preferences in places …
The cheese and dairy industries across the country are uniting for a time-honored celebration — June Dairy Month. What began nearly a century ago as a way to promote milk during peak production has evolved into a full-scale tribute to the farmers, processors, retailers and consumers who shape America’s dynamic dairy landscape. This month-long celebration …