PerishableNews - Dairy

Dean Karnazes, Greek Gods Yogurt Spokesman, To Run 'Treadmill Marathon'

2012-02-06T15:10:11-05:00

At the upcoming Natural Products Expo West, held from March 9th to 11th at the Anaheim Convention Center in California, The Greek Gods® Greek-Style Yogurt spokesman, Ultramarathon Man Dean Karnazes, will be showcasing the brand's wellness benefits as a nutritious meal in a unique manner—Karnazes will run a marathon on a treadmill in the booth.

Hakeem Nicks Celebrates His Championship Title With Milk

2012-02-06T15:10:11-05:00

Super Bowl Champion and New York Giant Hakeem Nicks isn't only a champion on the field; he's a champion at the breakfast table too. Nicks starts each day with lowfat milk at breakfast, and today is no different.

N.J. Assembly Committee Approves Dimaio Bill Allowing Sale Of Raw Milk

2012-02-06T15:10:11-05:00

Opponents of a bill that would allow the sale of raw milk in New Jersey spoke against it at a public hearing by the state Assembly Agriculture and Natural Resources committee. The committee approved the bill, A518, co-sponsored by John DiMaio of Hackettstown, a Republican representing the 23rd District, which includes portions of Hunterdon, Warren and Somerset counties.

Bel Brands USA Announces Plans To Build New Plant In Brookings, SD

2012-02-03T15:39:04-05:00

Bel Brands USA, headquartered in Chicago, today announced plans to build a new 170,000 square-foot manufacturing facility in Brookings, S.D., to produce its Mini Babybel cheese. Bel Brands manufactures and markets The Laughing Cow cheese wedges and Mini Babybel – America’s #1 branded snacking cheese, as well as Boursin, Merkts, Kaukauna and other natural and gourmet cheese spreads. The U.S. subsidiary of Paris-based Fromageries Bel currently has two other production facilities in the U.S., located in Leitchfield, Ky., and Little Chute, Wis.

Better Whey Of Life Launches New Whey-Infused Greek Yogurt

2012-02-03T15:39:04-05:00

Tula Foods Inc.®, a healthy foods manufacturer, launched Better Whey of Life® (BWoL), the first all-natural brand of Greek yogurt made with whey protein from grass-fed cows. Hitting regional shelves in Chicago, Denver and San Francisco are six "twist-on-the-familiar" varieties: blackberry pomegranate, strawberry goji berry, raspberry white grape, acai mixed berry, vanilla bean and plain.

A Glass Of Milk A Day Could Benefit Your Brain

2012-02-03T15:39:04-05:00

Pouring at least one glass of milk each day could not only boost your intake of much-needed key nutrients, but it could also positively impact your brain and mental performance, according to a recent study in the International Dairy Journal.(1) Researchers found that adults with higher intakes of milk and milk products scored significantly higher on memory and other brain function tests than those who drank little to no milk. Milk drinkers were five times less likely to "fail" the test, compared to non milk drinkers.

Yoplait Lactose Free Yogurt Debuts During Lactose Intolerance Awareness Month

2012-02-02T15:25:24-05:00

Yoplait(R) is encouraging people with lactose intolerance to say "yes" to dairy during Lactose Intolerance Awareness Month this February with its newest yogurt, Yoplait Lactose Free. Ninety-nine percent fat free and packed with 50 percent of the Daily Value of calcium and vitamin D, Yoplait Lactose Free offers a delicious, healthful dairy option for the millions of Americans with lactose intolerance.

Robert Coallier Named As CEO Of Agropur

2012-02-02T15:25:24-05:00

Serge Riendeau, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Agropur cooperative, is pleased to announce the appointment of Robert Coallier to the position of CEO of Agropur. Mr. Coallier will officially assume his new duties on February 27, 2012, filling the position left vacant by the retirement of Pierre Claprood.