Dairy

California dairy farmers filed a petition today with California Department of Food and Agriculture Secretary (CDFA) Karen Ross, asking for a hearing to implement the milk pricing deal negotiated and agreed to last week by dairy farmers, cheese makers and the California Legislature. The petition is expected to be posted on CDFA’s website tomorrow. …

The controversial new Anchor "light-proof" milk bottle has escaped being named a finalist in worst packaging awards despite getting a record number of nominations. …

Cal-Maine Foods, Inc. announced that it has reached an agreement in principle to settle all direct purchaser class claims against the Company. Pursuant to the agreement, reached in the In re Processed Egg Products Antitrust Litigation matter pending in Pennsylvania federal court, Cal-Maine will settle all direct purchaser class claims with a single $28 million payment. …

You'll be seeing a new type of top-grade yogurt on your grocery shelves soon, and it's the brainchild of two Rochester-area farmers. …

James Beard Award-winning Portland chef and restaurateur Vitaly Paley is partnering with Liberte yogurt to introduce the yogurt to the market and create a variety of unique food pairings, combining the yogurt with his taste for local fare. Chef Paley's appreciation for regional Pacific Northwest flavors and ever-evolving interest in distinctive food pairs well with Liberte's dedication to clean flavor and pure taste. …