Tillamook, Oregon-based Tillamook Ice Cream has been named the “Official Scoopable Ice Cream” of Six Flags’ theme and water park locations nationwide. Tillamook Ice Cream is available in eight flavors, including Butter Pecan, Chocolate, Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough, Cookies & Cream, Mint Chocolate Chip, Oregon Strawberry, Rocky Road, and Vanilla Bean. Tillamook Ice Cream is made with […]
Category: Dairy News
The Shelby Report covers the dairy category for grocery retailers nationwide, from milk, cheese and yogurt trends to plant-based alternatives, supplier announcements and merchandising strategies. Updated regularly across our five regional editions.
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Posted inDairy News, International Foods, Southwest
LALA Introduces ‘Licuados’ Breakfast Smoothies
Dallas, Texas-based LALA U.S. is introducing authentic licuados – traditional Mexican breakfast smoothies containing milk, fruit and oats – to dairy cases in Walmart and Hispanic-specialty grocers this month. “LALA Licuados are the perfect way to start your morning,” said Matt Okeson, head of marketing, research and development for LALA U.S. “With the goodness of […]
Posted inDairy News, Northeast
Ben & Jerry’s Joins Hiring Program For At-Risk Youth
New York-based Ben & Jerry’s has announced its participation in Unlock Potential, an employment program for young people who are at greatest risk of incarceration. Through it, employers aim to use hiring to advance racial equity, recruit the next generation of corporate leaders and help disrupt the poverty-to-prison pipeline. “The importance of second-chance employment efforts […]
Posted inDairy News, Midwest
Land O’Lakes Launches Cheese Line In Wisconsin
Land O Lakes Cheese can now be found in the dairy case section of the grocery store with seven products in select retailers. Wisconsin farmers supply the milk that is shipped to the Land O’Lakes Kiel, Wisconsin plant, where it is made into cheese. After decades of hand selecting the cheese being produced in Kiel, senior cheese grader Steve Schnell can buy the […]
Posted inDairy News, West
Alden’s Organic Gives Away Scoops For National Ice Cream Month
To celebrate National Ice Cream month in July, Eugene, Oregon-based Alden’s Organic is giving away 10,000 scoops of organic ice cream. Consumers will have opportunities to win through giveaways hosted on the Alden’s social media accounts. To complete each prize pack, the family-owned brand Edward & Sons, will also be providing organic ice cream cones […]
Posted inDairy News, Midwest
Jeni’s Launches Ice Cream Rewards Program
Columbus, Ohio-based Jeni’s Ice Cream has launched a rewards program, Jeni’s Splendid Rewards. Customers can earn one point for every $1 spent and can receive $5 in rewards for every 100 points. The company is also offering a free scoop of ice cream on birthdays and customers can get bonus points for referring others to join the program. Jeni’s […]
Posted inDairy News, Northeast
Ben & Jerry’s Launch Billboard Campaign To Support Transgender Youth
Burlington, Vermont-based Ben & Jerry’s has launched a billboard campaign to stand with transgender youth who have been targeted by the latest wave of attempted new laws. In partnership with the National Center for Transgender Equality, the billboards are targeting four states: Florida, Texas, Georgia and Virginia – all of which have introduced anti-trans legislation in recent months. The […]
Posted inThe Kroger Co., Dairy News, Midwest
Kroger Announces Aseptic Milk Line Debut In Ohio
The Kroger Co. has announced a 35,000 square-foot expansion at Tamarack Farms Dairy to support an aseptic milk line, capable of manufacturing products, such as half and half, heavy whipping cream, coffee creamers and Carbmaster milk beverage. The new line will allow the facility to support more than 150 jobs. “We are so pleased to […]
Posted inDairy News, Southwest
Food King, Partners Donate Milk For Lubbock Meals On Wheels
Food King, Gandy’s Dairy and Kemp’s Ice Cream donated and delivered 18,400 “Giving Cow” milks June 16 to the Lubbock Meals on Wheels and its recipients. Lubbock Meals on Wheels prepares, packages and delivers hot meals to more than 800 vulnerable people each weekday. Between the rising cost of food and packaging, along with ongoing […]
Posted inDairy News, Midwest
AgCertain Industries Acquires Maytag Dairy Farms
Ames, Iowa-based AgCertain Industries Inc. has acquired Newton, Iowa-based Maytag Dairy Farms, manufacturer and marketer of Maytag Blue Cheese as well as other specialty artisanal food and beverage products. Midwest Growth Partners, a shareholder of AgCertain Industries and the previous owner of Maytag Dairy Farms, has expanded its investment in AgCertain Industries by facilitating the […]
Posted inDairy News, West
Rogue Creamery Ranked Oregon Business’ 2022 Best Green Workplaces
Central Point, Oregon-based Rogue Creamery has been ranked No. 1 in Oregon Business Magazine’s annual list of the 100 Best Green Workplaces in the state. Though the cheesemaker has consistently made the list for 13 years in a row, this is the first year Rogue Creamery earned first place. Oregon Business annually showcases companies and nonprofits […]
Posted inPublix Super Markets, Dairy News, Harris Teeter, Northeast
Cabot Creamery Launches Boxed Mac & Cheese At Harris Teeter, Publix
Waitsfield, Vermont-based Cabot Creamery Co-operative boxed Mac & Cheese has launched in Harris Teeter and Publix locations. The boxed Mac and Cheese takes 10 minutes to prepare and comes in three flavors: Seriously Sharp, Pepper Jack and classic Yellow Cheddar. Made with organic pasta and aged Cabot Cheddar, the product has 10 grams of protein per […]
Posted inDairy News, Albertsons, West
Challenge Butter Launches Line Of Snack Spreads
Dublin, California-based Challenge Butter, a U.S. farmer-owned butter brand, has launched Challenge Butter Snack Spreads. As people are seeking easier ways to add fast flavor to meals and snacks with fresh ingredients, Challenge Butter stated that it designed these snack spreads for topping, dipping, spreading, slathering and sauteing. Made with real butter and no artificial flavors, […]
Posted inDairy News, Midwest
Eagle Foods To Acquire Helper, Suddenly Salad Brands From General Mills
Cleveland, Ohio-based Eagle Foods has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire the Helper main meals and Suddenly Salad side businesses from General Mills Inc. The proposed transaction is expected to close in the third quarter of calendar year 2022, subject to regulatory approval. “We are builders of brands, categories and people,” said Bernard Kreilmann, CEO of Eagle Foods. “The […]
Posted inDairy News, Bakery News, Deli News, National
Organizers Pleased With Turnout For 2022 Expo
The smiles said it all. That’s what Whitney Atkins, VP of marketing for IDDBA, said about the IDDBA 2022 expo on its closing day, June 7, at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, Georgia. “I think that’s where I would start – the smiles, people just happy to come back together after a hard […]
Posted inDairy News, Bakery News, Deli News, Southeast
IDDBA Expo Showcases The Industry’s Biggest Trends
As the International Dairy Deli Bakery Association expo kicked into its second day, visitors and exhibitors from around the world are showcasing their products. The show is being attended by more than 10,000 visitors with over 800 exhibits. Like many longstanding events, the IDDBA had taken a pandemic induced hiatus and many people are excited […]
Posted inDairy News, Southeast
IDDBA Returns For First In-Person Gathering In Two Years
The International Dairy Deli Bakery Association kicked off its annual expo June 6 at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, Georgia. After being canceled for the past two years due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the IDDBA expo returned to bring suppliers and wholesalers face to face. The IDDBA aims to bring “today’s leaders with tomorrow’s […]
Posted inDairy News, Midwest
Prairie Farms Commemorates National Dairy Month
Edwardsville, Illinois-based Prairie Farms is commemorating National Dairy Month with a video social media campaign. With more than 700 farm families in America’s heartland, Prairie Farms is highlighting the importance of recognizing their contributions to helping feed American families. National Dairy Month started as a way to distribute extra milk during the warm months of summer. The commemoration […]
Posted inDairy News, Northeast
Weis Markets Celebrates National Dairy Month
Lewisburg, Pennsylvania-based Weis Markets, Pennsylvania Dairymen’s Association, Feeding Pennsylvania and American Dairy Association North East is celebrating National Dairy Month with the kickoff of the “Fill A Glass With Hope” campaign. The June 1 event at Weis Markets in Lewisburg featured appearances from Pennsylvania Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding, former Pittsburgh Steelers star Charlie Batch and local dairy […]
Posted inDairy News, West
Tillamook County Creamery Bringing Back ‘Creamier’ Campaign
Tillamook, Oregon-based Tillamook County Creamery Association is bringing back the “Partnership for Creamier Ice Cream” for another summer. The PCIC was founded in 2021 to ensure every scoop or cone of ice cream has more cream and better ingredients. The organization has partnered with actress, comedian and author Jenny Slate to promote its creamy ice cream and […]