Dairy

Nearly 50 million Americans suffer from lactose intolerance* – the inability to digest lactose, a sugar found in many milk products that often leads to painful stomach cramps, bloating and other discomfort. With so many people affected by lactose intolerance, and in recognition of June as National Dairy Month, the Farm Family owners of Cabot Creamery Cooperative are offering two free webinars to help lactose intolerance sufferers cope with the effects of this often misunderstood condition. …

SheerBliss Ice Cream of Sunrise, Florida, has recently appointed Ronald A. Boyle as National Sales Manager. Ron comes to SheerBliss Ice Cream after serving in several capacities in the frozen category for the past 25 years. His many years of experience with both the Haagen Dazs and Frozfruit brands brings great depth to his ability to extend the SheerBliss brand throughout the country. …

“On behalf of the members of the International Dairy Foods Association, I commend the board of directors of the National Milk Producers Federation for its commitment to long-term dairy policy change as outlined in its ‘Foundation for the Future’ plan approved yesterday. Many of the elements of the plan are forward-looking and recognize the need to change existing dairy policies.” …

Raw milk makes up a tiny part of the overall American milk market, perhaps half a percent. Industry watchers say that raw milk is becoming more popular as consumers take a greater interest in where their food has come from. …

The Christian County Health Department board changed its stance on raw milk Thursday, voting unanimously to ban sale and distribution of the product at farmers markets in the county. …