Social Media Program Addresses Lactose Intolerance

December 29, 2010 The Dairy Checkoff

Exploring opportunities to connect with lactose intolerant consumers prompted the producer-funded dairy checkoff to launch Moovision.com, a multichannel social media effort.

Opa! Kraft Ramps Up Athenos Greek Yogurt

December 28, 2010 Dale Buss, BrandChannel

Maybe its a new twist on comfort food for challenging times, but the biggest hit in the yogurt section of the supermarket these days is full-bodied, full-flavor Greek yogurt.

Vermont Dairy Farmers Watch As Dean Antitrust Suit Sits In Judge’s Hands

December 28, 2010 Staff Reporter, WCAX News

A big antitrust lawsuit involving dairy giant Dean Foods is now in the hands of a federal judge.

Quality & Sustainability Drives Dairy Farmers And Consumers Reap The Rewards

December 28, 2010 Midwest Dairy Association

Frank Doll is similar in many ways to the members of the Hampton Midtown Kiwanis Club that he spoke with on December 21 they work hard and take pride in providing a quality product to their customers. But unlike the typical local business, Dolls most important asset is cows. Doll and his family are dairy farmers. The most important measure of success at the end of the day is knowing that their actions help create a more sustainable environment while providing people in the community with wholesome dairy foods.

Analysts Say General Mills Yogurt Has A ‘Halo Of Health’

David Browne, a senior analyst at market researcher Mintel International, says there is a lot of growth available yet for a 5,000-year-old product (yogurt), and General Mills is looking to capitalize.