International Dairy Foods Association Relaunches Live and Active Cultures Seal for Yogurt and Cultured Dairy Product Makers

IDFA’s LAC Seal is the only widely recognized, independent verification that a dairy product contains significant levels of live and active yogurt cultures. Recently, IDFA updated the policies and guidelines around use of the LAC Seal and is broadening the availability of the logo to the full yogurt and cultured dairy products industry.

Danone North America Announces the FDA’s Decision on Petition for the First-Ever Qualified Health Claim for Yogurt

March 11, 2024 Dannon North America

In response to efforts led by Danone North America, the new claim states that “eating yogurt regularly, at least 2 cups (3 servings) per week” may reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes, a condition 1.4 million Americans are diagnosed with every year.

IDFA Applauds FDA Decision to Approve First-Ever Qualified Health Claim for Yogurt, Linking Yogurt to a Reduced Risk of Type 2 Diabetes

The International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) is pleased with the decision published today by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to approve the first-ever qualified health claim for yogurt, recognizing a potential link between its regular consumption and a reduced risk of type-2 diabetes. The FDA’s decision came in response to a petition submitted by Danone North America. The new claim is available for all yogurt makers.

Nounós Creamery Chooses Greiner Packaging’s Sustainable K3 Cup for its New Probiotic Strained Yogurt

February 29, 2024 Nounós Creamery

The cardboard wrap on Greiner Packaging’s innovative K3® cardboard-plastic combination provides stability, so the cup can be produced with particularly thin walls. By using less plastic than other solutions, it delivers a reduced CO2 footprint. The cup and wrap can be easily separated – which is important for recyclability. As the cup is always white or transparent, it produces high quality recyclates which are not contaminated by any inks.

Once Upon a Farm Enters Dairy Category – Launches New Line of A2/A2 Whole Milk Shakes and More

February 1, 2024 Once Upon a Farm

Once Upon a Farm, the leading childhood nutrition company announced today that it has entered the dairy category with the launch of its first ever organic A2/A2 Whole Milk Shakes. Available in three delicious flavors: Strawberry Crème, Triple Berry, and Banana Crème, these organic whole milk shakes are made with farm-fresh fruits and veggies, A2/A2 organic whole milk and no added sugar bringing the best to your fridge.