Dairy Field back issues from August 2005:
Thoughts that go bump in the night.(editorial)(Editorial)
Aug 01, 2005; ... The carbonated beverage giants are continuing their push into dairy territory. Coca-Cola is pursuing a controlling interest in Bravo Foods, makers of the popular Slammers fortified, flavored milk co-branded with comic heroes and other youthful pop culture tie-ins. Meanwhile, Pepsi has ...
Dairy's balancing act: milk production fizzles, ice cream sales soar in summer heat.(Brief Article)
Aug 01, 2005 ... Farmers across the Midwest reportedly have been using everything this summer from electric fans to cold showers to keep their livestock from wilting in the oppressive heat, which is blamed for killing at least 1,200 head of cattle in Nebraska alone. Production is slumping as a ...
Tillamook Cheese.(Brief Article)
Aug 01, 2005 ... When Tillamook Cheese and McCormick & Schmick's restaurants put out a call for unique homemade macaroni and cheese recipes earlier this year, it was anyone's guess at how varied the recipes would be. Now the results are in, and the answer is that macaroni and cheese dishes can be very ...
Golden Guernsey Dairy.(joined Milwaukee Recreation and several anti-hunger agencies )(Brief Article)
Aug 01, 2005 ... Golden Guernsey Dairy has joined Milwaukee Recreation and several anti-hunger agencies to support Fueling Young Minds, a collaborative effort that provides free summer meals for Milwaukee's youth. For no charge, the dairy cooperative will print the following message on every half-pint ...
Schreiber Foods Inc., Green Bay, Wis., has agreed to purchase the production assets of Orlando, Fla.-based Galaxy Nutritional Foods Inc.(Brief Article)
Aug 01, 2005 ... Schreiber Foods Inc., Green Bay, Wis., has agreed to purchase the production assets of Orlando, Fla.-based Galaxy Nutritional Foods Inc. Schreiber will make and distribute Galaxy's alternative dairy products for ...
Groupe Danone.(take over corporate branding initiatives for the company's dairy operation)(Brief Article)
Aug 01, 2005 ... In July, Groupe Danone announced that TBWA Worldwide. part of Omnicom Group, will take over corporate branding initiatives for the company's dairy operation. TBWA France will ...
National Milk Producers Federation.(Brief Article)
Aug 01, 2005 ... The National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF), Arlington. Va., will conduct a series of listening sessions next year for dairy farmers across the country, with the intent of developing a consensus approach to the ...
Valley Rich Dairy.(Facility closures)(Brief Article)
Aug 01, 2005 ... Roanoke, Va.-based Valley Rich Dairy has ceased processing and bottling operations at the Valley Rich Dairy plant in Roanoke. and will close 15 of its 17 distribution facilities in Virginia, North Carolina and West Virginia by September 9. The company says the decision to terminate ...
Dairy Management Inc.(NEWS WIRE)
Aug 01, 2005 ... Rosemont, III.-based Dairy Management Inc. (DMI) has launched a new Web site. The new site, www.innovatewithdairy.com. features extensive technical and ...
Foremost Farms USA.(IMAGE MAKERS: product and promotion news)(Brief Article)
Aug 01, 2005 ... The Fueling Young Minds collaborative includes Milwaukee Recreation, the Milwaukee Public Schools Office of School Nutrition, Harley-Davidson Foundation, Hunger Task Force, IMPACT Inc., The Salvation Army and Social Development Commission. The partnership recently received ...
Kate's Homemade Butter.(IMAGE MAKERS: product and promotion news)(Brief Article)
Aug 01, 2005 ... Kate's Homemade Butter, Old Orchard Beach, Maine, has released a new package design for its premium butters. The new design emphasizes the company's homemade quality and enhances product presence on the store shelf. More product information highlighting Kate's Maine heritage, improved ...
Oakhurst Dairy.(IMAGE MAKERS: product and promotion news)(Brief Article)
Aug 01, 2005 ... Oakhurst Dairy, Portland, Maine, continues to honor Maine Army Reserve veterans returning from Iraq with "welcome home" messages printed on the company's gallon-sized milk labels. Sgt. James Jollotta and Scott Caron, who are with the Maine Army National Guard's 133rd Battalion, returned in ...
Cabot Creamery Cooperative.(IMAGE MAKERS: product and promotion news)(Brief Article)
Aug 01, 2005 ... Montpelier, Vt.-based has rolled out new labels for its cheese. The company says the new labels are meant to make the type of cheese, Cabot name and certifications such as kosher and lactose-free more easily identifiable ....
Bravo Foods International Corp.(IMAGE MAKERS product: and promotion news)
Aug 01, 2005 ... In June, US Club Soccer reached an agreement with Bravo Foods International Corp. for the North Palm Beach, Fla.-based company's Slammers[R] brand of flavored milk beverages to become the Official Milk of US Club Soccer. Samples of the company's Slammers products--including Slammers ...
Under fire from regulators, health organizations and consumer advocates for contributing to childhood obesity, some of America's most visible food marketers have unveiled plans to back a massive public service advertising effort intended to curb obesity.(Brief Article)
Aug 01, 2005 ... Under fire from regulators, health organizations and consumer advocates for contributing to childhood obesity, some of America's most visible food marketers have unveiled plans to back a massive public service advertising effort intended to curb obesity. The effort, dubbed the Coalition ...
TCBY.(TCBY Enterprises Inc's product)(Brief Article)
Aug 01, 2005 ... In July, TCBY launched Yovana, a new quick-service concept designed to meet consumers' increasing demand for fresh, healthy and convenient foods. Yovana's offerings center on premium yogurt, prepared in-store, and fresh daily. Guests can ...
Dean Foods Co.(NEWS WIRE)
Aug 01, 2005 ... Ventura Foods LLC, Brea, Calif., has entered into an agreement to purchase the Marie's[R] dressings and Dean's[R] dips businesses from Dallas-based ...
4th International Whey Conference.(market watch)(Brief Article)
Aug 01, 2005 ... "The International Whey Conference (IWC) has announced a cutting-edge program that will firmly establish whey protein as a superior protein source," says Jim Page, co-chairman of IWC 2005. The conference, held every four years in collaboration with the European Whey Products Association, ...
Calendar.(Calendar)
Aug 01, 2005 ... SEPTEMBER 11-14: 4th Annual International Whey Conference, American Dairy Products Institute, Hyatt Regency Hotel, Chicago, www.iwc-2005.org. 11-15: Cultured Dairy Products Course, Pennsylvania State University, State College, Pa., e-mail ShortCourse@psu.edu. ...
More choices, but tough battles: excerpted from Dairy Field's December 1995 State of the Industry report.(From the Archives)
Aug 01, 2005 ... Despite changing eating trends, consumers continue to spend more than 10 percent of their food budget on dairy products, a number that has varied only slightly in the past 20 years. Milk, cheese, ice cream and cultured products remain staples in most American diets. In fact, USDA and the ...
70 years not a lifetime, but time to reflect and evaluate the future.(market watch)(Social Security program)(dairy farmer revenues)
Aug 01, 2005; ... When one turns 70, it is time to reflect upon past and possible future contributions to friends, neighbors, loved ones, the community and society in general. It is a time to evaluate whether past and current activities are appropriate for the future. After 70 years of existence, ...
How susceptible is your bottom line to 2006 price spikes?(market watch)
Aug 01, 2005; ... As we look ahead to 2006, price projections for dairy products look relatively favorable for end users. If the current 2006 average of $12.96 holds it would be the fourth lowest Class III average in the past 10 years. Coming off two banner years for milk producers, rapid herd ...
T.G. Lee Dairy.(promotions)(Brief Article)
Aug 01, 2005 ... "T.G. Lee Dairy -- The Orlando, Fla.-based division of Dean Foods has announced the following promotions: Doug Burkel has been promoted to plant manager for the dairy's Orlando branch; Shawn McGuire has been ...
Rondele Specialty Foods.(PROCESSORS)
Aug 01, 2005 ... Rondele Specialty Foods -- Todd Downs has joined the Merrill, ...
Centrus International Inc.(PROCESSOR SUPPLIERS)
Aug 01, 2005 ... Centrus International Inc. -- Michael Chaudron has been named ...
Graham Machinery Group.(PROCESSOR SUPPLIERS)
Aug 01, 2005 ... Graham Machinery Group -- Darrin Smith has joined the York, Pa.-based ...
Greydon Inc.(PROCESSOR SUPPLIERS)
Aug 01, 2005 ... Greydon Inc. -- Dan Prena has been appointed the York, ...
Randolph Associates Inc.(PROCESSOR SUPPLIERS)
Aug 01, 2005 ... Randolph Associates Inc. -- Sam Morrison has joined the Birmingham, ...
Scholle Packaging.(PROCESSOR SUPPLIERS)
Aug 01, 2005 ... Scholle Packaging -- Chad Mueller has been named chief technology ...
Chr. Hansen Inc.(R&D SUPPLIERS)
Aug 01, 2005 ... Chr. Hansen Inc. -- Teresa Supnet--Rosa has been promoted to vice ...
Nutrinova Inc.(R&D SUPPLIERS)
Aug 01, 2005 ... Nutrinova Inc. -- Eckart von Haefen has been appointed president of the Frankfurt, ...
Dairy Farmers of America Inc. (DFA).(appointments)(Brief Article)
Aug 01, 2005 ... Dairy Farmers of America Inc. (DFA) -- Rick Smith has been named president and chief operating officer of the Kansas City, Mo.-based dairy farmer-owned milk marketing cooperative. Sam McCroskey, president of ...
Measuring up.(low-carb craze, sugar-free)
Aug 01, 2005; ... Opportunities continue to abound for dairy products at home and abroad. Despite stagnant and slipping fluid sales, consumers still are flocking to their favorite dairy foods, whether for health concerns, indulgence or comfort. Nutrition and obesity are issues that continue to ...
Trying times: still reeling from last year's high prices, milk processors struggle with new challenges and strengthening competition.(Milk)
Aug 01, 2005; ... "Terrorists May Target Milk Supply"--Understandably wary in the face of the ongoing terrorist threat that hit home with a vengeance on September 11, 2001, Americans were alarmed by this headline that splashed across newspapers and cable news networks this past spring. For most ...
For the health of it: reveling in its newfound recognition as a healthy snack, cheese responds to changing consumer preferences.(Cheese)(snack food)
Aug 01, 2005; ... Cheese has never carried a reputation as a diet food--or even a particularly healthy food for that matter. Due to its relatively high fat content, cheese has been branded as a food that should be eaten in moderation. In fact, many consumers have come to believe they should feel ...
Healthy proposition: despite low-carb's fizzle, beter-for-you frozen desserts remain in strong demand.(Ice Cream & Frozen Desserts)(nutritional value)
Aug 01, 2005; ... Stung by high milkfat and vanilla prices, coupled with sky-high fuel costs, frozen dessert makers muddled through a less-than-stellar 2004. Even an onslaught of reduced-carbohydrate, no-sugar-added products, designed to meet consumers' demand for healthy options, wasn't enough to save the ...
Something for everyone: manufacturers of cultured dairy products seek to boost consumption by meeting specific consumer needs.(Cultured Products)(new products for consumers)
Aug 01, 2005; ... First commercially available in the United States in 1929, yogurt was quickly branded a chalky-tasting health food. Seeking to improve its image and gain the same kind of following it had long enjoyed in Europe, yogurt makers invested heavily in consumer research, product development and ...
Building the base: battling high prices and trans-fat-free spread alternatives, butter makers target their most loyal customers.(Butter and Spreads)
Aug 01, 2005; ... After years of struggling to overcome the unhealthy image that led many consumers to switch to margarine during the 1970s and 1980s, butter makers finally thought they had the upper hand. In this particular case, their good news came in the form of bad news for margarine makers, ...
Recovery mode: relieved the low-carb craze is all but dead, juice makers prepare for a comeback.(Juice, Tea & Water)
Aug 01, 2005; ... Waiting with bated breath as the low-carb craze barely clings to life, juice makers aren't quite ready to heave a sigh of relief just yet. After all, consumers haven't seemed much in the mood for juices lately. In large part, they've even rejected the many reduced-carbohydrate ...
The next battleground? Premium cheeses help deli departments compete for consumers' tastes.(Dairy in the Deli)
Aug 01, 2005; ... Consumers say they're eating out more, but the truth is, they're buying their meals out and bringing them back home, from the deli and other outlets. According to the National Restaurant Association, the average household spends $2,276 on food away from home, or $910 per person ....
Trade winds: with both potential and pitfalls, world markets continue to open up to U.S. dairy products.(Global Report)
Aug 01, 2005; ... It's been said for the better part of a decade that the world is shrinking. Beyond the hyperbole, though, the reality is that globalization is indeed a continuing trend that impacts demand for goods and services. Instant, integrated technology, greater wealth and increased travel are just ...
Health focus: the current climate of wellness drives the latest developments in dairy ingredients.(Ingredient Report)(yogurt products)
Aug 01, 2005; ... Convenience and health have been the major driving factors within the dairy category over the past year. The result has been twofold: Yogurt continues to benefit from a health halo effect as consumers are embracing yogurt products as inherently good for them. The second result gaining ...
Kaukauna[R] Sharp Cheddar spreadable cheese.(Bel/Kaukauna USA)(Brief Article)
Aug 01, 2005 ... Company: Bel/Kaukauna USA, Kaukauna, Wis. Distribution: National. Suggested Retail: $2.79 per 8-ounce cup. Ingredients: Cheddar cheese ([aged over 180 days], pasteurized milk, cheese culture, salt, enzyme), water, reduced lactose whey, cream, sorbic acid ...
Yoplait[R] Go-Gurt smoothies.(new products)(Brief Article)
Aug 01, 2005 ... Company: Yoplait USA, Minneapolis. Distribution: National. Suggested Retail: $3.49 per pack of four 5-ounce bottles. Ingredients: (Strawberry Splash) Lowfat yogurt (cultured pasteurized grade A lowfat milk, sugar, high fructose corn syrup, modified corn ...
Land O'Lakes[R] Fresh Buttery Taste[R] Spread.(Brief Article)
Aug 01, 2005 ... Company: Land O'Lakes Inc., St. Paul, Minn. Distribution: National. Suggested Retail: $1.79 per 1-pound tub. Ingredients: Liquid soybean oil, water, partially hydrogenated soybean oil, buttermilk, hydrogenated soybean oil, cream, contains less than 2 ...
Brown Cow[TM] Lowfat Yogurt smoothies.(new products)(Brief Article)
Aug 01, 2005 ... Company: Brown Cow Farm, Antioch, Calif. Distribution: National. Suggested Retail: $2.99 per 32-ounce bottle. Ingredients: (Strawberry) Cultured pasteurized lowfat milk, naturally milled sugar, rice starch, strawberry juice from concentrate, natural ...
Wisconsin Organics[TM] Organic Butter.(new products)(Brief Article)
Aug 01, 2005 ... Company: Organic Farm Marketing Inc., Thorp, Wis. Distribution: National. Suggested Retail: $5 to $5.50 per 1-pound package. Ingredients: Organic cream, salt. Nutrition Information: (1 tablespoon) Calories 100, fat calories 100, total fat 11g, ...
New product ticker.(new products)(Brief Article)(Illustration)
Aug 01, 2005 ... <Pre> NEW PRODUCT TICKERNUMBER NUMBER CATEGORY OF REPORTS OF SKUS Ice Cream, Novelties and Frozen Yogurt 152 404 Cheese 83 229 Margarine, ...
Blue Bell[R] Great Divide Bars.(new products)(Brief Article)
Aug 01, 2005 ... Company: Blue Bell Creameries, Brenham, Texas. Distribution: Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, Missouri, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Tennessee, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Florida and Kentucky. Suggested Retail: $2.99 per ...
Odell's[TM] Chef's Butters.(new products)
Aug 01, 2005 ... Company: Odel's, Reno, Nev. Distribution: Currently available on the company's Web site www.popntop.com. Suggested Retail: $6.99 to $9.99 per 10-ounce tub. Ingredients: (Original Popcorn Butter) Fresh pasteurized cream. Nutrition Information: (1 ...
Seepex Inc.(Brief Article)
Aug 01, 2005 ... Seepex Inc. has completed a major expansion at its American headquarters in Enon, Ohio. The addition marks a 30 percent increase in total facility space, resulting in 26,000 square feet to accommodate ...
Kennedy Group.(Brief Article)
Aug 01, 2005 ... The Kennedy Group's radio frequency identification (RFID) unit has entered into a multi-year commitment with Alien Technology in which Allen will supply large volumes of inlays and additional products for production of Smart Therm[TM] labels and smart cards. The Willoughby, ...
Blythewood, S.C.-based Spirax Sarco Inc. has purchased all relevant business assets of EMCO Flow Systems of Longmont, Colo., from Fort Collins, Colo.-based Advanced Energy Industries Inc.(SUPPLIER'S NEWS)
Aug 01, 2005 ... Blythewood, S.C.-based Spirax Sarco Inc. has purchased all relevant business assets of EMCO Flow Systems of Longmont, Colo., from Fort Collins, ...
In July, Crown Holdings Inc. announced that many of its affiliated companies have been recognized with prestigious Starpack Awards from the Institute of Packaging.(SUPPLIER'S NEWS)
Aug 01, 2005 ... In July, Crown Holdings Inc. announced that many of its affiliated companies have been recognized with prestigious Starpack Awards from the ...
VBS International Inc., Campbell, Calif., has acquired Cryotech Inc. of Southern California.(VBS International Inc)(Brief Article)
Aug 01, 2005 ... VBS International Inc., Campbell, Calif., has acquired Cryotech Inc. of Southern California. The Cryotech office will remain open with the previous owner staying on to help with the transition and ...
Hygiene technology.
Aug 01, 2005 ... Charm Sciences and Ecolab have launched novaLUM[TM], a palm-sized luminometer packed with powerful HACCP-friendly tests to aid in ATP-based hygiene monitoring programs in the dairy, food and beverage processing industries. The novaLUM's revolutionary lightweight, ergonomic design offers ...
The aluminum advantage.(Brief Article)
Aug 01, 2005 ... Air-cooling evaporators used in ammonia systems have traditionally been made using galvanized (zinc-coated) carbon steel. There are other metals which are compatible with ammonia including stainless steel and aluminum. Designers and installers of industrial ammonia evaporators ...
Metal detectable tools.(Brief Article)
Aug 01, 2005 ... Remco Products has introduced its new line of metal detectable shovels, scoops, scrapers and mixing paddles. Produced with a specialized FDA-approved polypropylene resin that is easily detected, this new line provides the ...
Business intelligence tools.(CSB-System International Inc)(Brief Article)
Aug 01, 2005 ... CSB-System International has developed a fully integrated suite of business intelligence (BI) tools to complement the already powerful CSB-System (product suite). The new functionality, Powertools, allows users to gain a better understanding of their business drivers, enabling more ...
Automatic Sleeve Labeler.(Brief Article)
Aug 01, 2005 ... SleeveCo has released its newest machine, the Automatic Sleeve Labeler Model 3900. Rated to run approximately 75 bottles per minute, the machine has a servo motor that gives exact positional feedback. The servo machine's ratio is infinitely adjustable which allows for motions to be closer ...
Hand Lever Ball Valve.(supplier's marketplace)
Aug 01, 2005 ... Dwyer has introduced its new Series BV3HL Sanitary Hand Lever Ball Valve perfect for food and beverage, pharmaceutical and biotech industries. The Series BV3HL Ball Valve incorporates PTFE cavity filler to reduce the threat of product entrapment in the valve, and the unit features 240 grit ...
Roll-fed labelers.(supplier's marketplace)(Brief Article)
Aug 01, 2005 ... B&H Labeling Systems has introduced its new Marathon[R] U Series of roll-fed labelers, which includes the new Marathon XLU, the fastest labeler in the Marathon family. Featuring a 180-degree U-shaped conveyor and servo-driven infeed feedscrew, the Marathon U Series labelers maximize ...
Vacuum unit.(Brief Article)
Aug 01, 2005 ... Fill the void between the larger industrial vacuum systems and the smaller shop vacuum units with the Eliminator series made by Nilfisk Advance America. Introduced by Nelson-Jameson, these vacuums possess the same Nilfisk quality and HEPA filtration customers come to expect, but for a ...
Shrink bundler.
Aug 01, 2005 ... The Arpac Group's versatile Arpac 108F stain less-steel shrink bundler is built to dairy standards. The compact, single-frame bundler has a right-angle infeed for the simple collation of a variety of product sizes and configurations. The Arpac 108F features an on-demand-powered film ...
Decaser bottle feed.(Brief Article)
Aug 01, 2005 ... A-B-C Packaging Machine Corp.'s Model 156 decaser/single filer is equipped with an intelligent control package that automatically monitors container flow and adjusts the decasing speed to ensure a continuous fill rate. This feature is designed to optimize line productivity by ensuring ...