Stage, a specialized growth venture fund, has acquired Haystack Mountain Creamery, a highly decorated cheese maker out of Longmont, Colorado. Stage invests in technology-enabled and consumer products businesses in need of fresh capital and operating expertise. “The opportunity to join stage is outstanding,” said Chuck Hellmer, the president of Haystack Mountain Creamery. “With our diverse and unique […]
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, Home Page Slider, Midwest
New :Ratio Protein Packs Most Protein In The Yogurt Aisle
New :Ratio Protein, a high protein dairy snack, has the most protein in the yogurt aisle in a single-serve cup, packed with 25g of protein and 3g of sugar. The introduction of :Ratio Protein not only pumps up the yogurt aisle with a protein-loaded product, it also expands the :ratio product line – a brand […]
Posted inDairy News, Home Page Slider, Northeast
Stonyfield Organic Aims To Convert Parks As Part Of #Playfree Initiative
Londonderry, New Hampshire-based Stonyfield Organic, an organic yogurt maker, has been obsessed with fields for almost 40 years. Providing green, organic pastures for its cows, such as Little Flower and Liberty, to roam and graze has been a priority for the brand since 1983. However, Stonyfield realized that organic fields can have a bigger impact on people, pets and the planet […]
Posted inDairy News, Home Page Slider, Midwest
Prairie Farms Offers New Small Batch Cream Cheese, Ice Cream
Prairie Farms Dairy, a cooperative owned by more than 800 dairy farm families, is launching 18 new ways to snack with the introduction of Small Batch Cream Cheese Spreads in 3.5-oz. cups and Small Batch Ice Cream pints. From Sea Salt Caramel Cream Cheese Spread to Savannah Fudge Pie Ice Cream, Prairie Farms products start […]
Posted inDairy News, Albertsons, Home Page Slider, Northeast
Old Amsterdam Debuts Two New Flavors Of Aged Gouda Cheese
Old Amsterdam Cheese, a product of the third-generation, family-owned and -run Westland Cheese Co., debuts two new flavors: Old Amsterdam Mild and Old Amsterdam Reserve. The new products join the current line that includes Old Amsterdam Classic, the No. 1 aged gouda in Holland; and Old Amsterdam Goat, named the No. 1 hard goat’s milk […]
Posted inDairy News, Home Page Slider, Northeast
Maple Hill Launches Reduced Sugar Grass Fed Organic Chocolate Milk
Kinderhook, New York-based Maple Hill, a 100 percent grass-fed organic dairy brand, has launched its first Reduced Sugar Grass Fed Organic Chocolate Milk. The new milk is for families, active lifestyles or anyone looking to reduce sugar in their diet. It has 25 percent less sugar than leading chocolate milk brands and has 8 grams […]
Posted inDairy News, Home Page Slider, Midwest
Fairlife Plan Designed To Upgrade Nutrition Routines
In celebration of National Nutrition Month, Chicago, Illinois-based Fairlife Nutrition Plan has launched its Nutrition Plan Sweepstakes. The national campaign aims to share nutrition inspiration with prizes ranging from supplies of Fairlife Nutrition Plan and personalized consultations with a nutritionist to a pantry makeover for one grand prize winner. “Fairlife Nutrition Plan is all about supporting consumers on […]
Posted inDairy News, Home Page Slider, Northeast
Oakhurst Dairy Celebrates 100 Years Of The Natural Goodness Of Maine
Only a handful of Maine companies have lasted 100 years, and Oakhurst now joins that iconic list. Long known as the “The Natural Goodness of Maine,” Oakhurst has always been about so much more than milk. As the company looks back on the last century of milestones, it’s also looking forward to the next 100 years by challenging and encouraging businesses, grocery retailers, community […]
Posted inDairy News, Home Page Slider, West
New Tillamook Creamery Collection Yogurts Adds Customization
Tillamook County Creamery Association, the 112-year-old farmer-owned dairy co-op, is expanding its offering of high-quality snacks to now include Tillamook Creamery Collection yogurt. The new line includes six side-by-side flavor combinations served in a reusable cup – a first-of-its-kind offering for the cultured category. “Often times, yogurts make you choose either satisfying protein or great taste, function or flavor,” said Lara […]
Posted inDairy News, Home Page Slider, Southwest
Borden Dairy Brings Back Original High Protein Milk
Dallas, Texas-based Borden Dairy is bringing its original high protein milk back to stores across Texas and Louisiana. A 16-oz. glass has 20 grams of protein. For comparison, that’s equivalent to three eggs or three tablespoons of peanut butter or 22 cups of spinach. According to the National Institutes of Health, adequate consumption of high-quality proteins from […]
Posted inDairy News, Home Page Slider, West
Tillamook Releases Two New Vintages Of Maker’s Reserve Aged Cheddar
Tillamook County Creamery Association, the more than 110-year-old farmer-owned dairy co-op based in Tillamook, Oregon, has released Maker’s Reserve 2011 and 2018 vintages into its Maker’s Reserve program. These cheeses are part of a broader assortment of Maker’s Reserve Extra Sharp White Cheddar vintages available this year, including 2015, 2016 and 2017. “Tillamook Maker’s Reserve […]
Posted inDairy News, Home Page Slider, Midwest
Prairie Farms Closes Out 2020 With Solid Retail Volume Growth
In an unpredictable year driven by pandemic challenges, Prairie Farms Dairy closed 2020 with significant volume growth in nearly all dairy categories at grocery stores and other retail outlets. This was partially driven by the sizable change in eating-at-home versus away-from-home habits consumers developed during the pandemic. Prairie Farms’ product portfolio offered consumers everything they […]
Posted inDairy News, Home Page Slider, Southwest
Vital Farms Recognized By Built In As A “Best Place To Work” In Austin
Vital Farms, a Certified B Corp. that offers a range of ethically produced pasture-raised foods nationwide, was recognized by Built In Austin on its annual 2021 Best Places to Work list. The Built In Best Places to Work list recognizes top employers across the country, featuring companies who go above and beyond for their people, […]
Posted inDairy News, Home Page Slider, Midwest
General Mills Big G Cereal And ‘Got Milk?’ Team Up For Breakfast
Minneapolis, Minnesota-based General Mills Big G cereal and Got Milk? have entered a partnership designed to deliver even more fun along with the essential nutrition people need to fuel their mornings. To celebrate the partnership, General Mills is debuting special, limited edition packaging on popular cereals featuring their characters – such as Buzz, Lucky, Trix Rabbit and […]
Posted inDairy News, Home Page Slider, Southwest
International Delight Releases New Pebbles Coffee Creamers
Broomfield, Colorado-based International Delight is offering new Fruity Pebbles and Cocoa Pebbles Coffee Creamers, available now at retailers nationwide for a limited time. This month, in celebration of the cereal’s milestone 50th birthday year in 2021, the coffee creamer brand is bringing the signature flavors of the classic Pebbles cereals from the bowl to the coffee mug. […]
Posted inPrivate Label Brands, Dairy News, Home Page Slider, National, Plant-Based News, Shelby Originals
Sorensen: Building A Strategic Private Label Plan For Milk, Plant-Based Beverages
by Cindy Sorensen/founder, The Grocery Group I just returned from a visit to a local grocery store. What I found to be most interesting as I reviewed the milk and plant-based beverage department is this retailer, like most others, has responded with a private label selection that matches national and local brand milk and plant-based products, […]
Posted inDairy News, Home Page Slider, Midwest
Jennifer Lopez, Yoplait Challenge Families To Dance, Play For A Cause
Every kid could benefit from less screen time and more playtime. After all, active kids are healthy kids. But in today’s distanced world – getting kids moving isn’t as easy as it sounds. That’s why Yoplait is teaming up with Jennifer Lopez to inspire families to move together with “It’s Yoplaitime.” “In my house – […]
Posted inDairy News, Midwest
Kraft Heinz To Sell Its Natural Cheese Business To Groupe Lactalis
The Kraft Heinz Co. has entered into a definitive agreement to sell its natural, grated, cultured and specialty cheese businesses to a U.S. affiliate of Groupe Lactalis for a purchase price of $3.2 billion USD. The proposed transaction is expected to close in the first half of 2021, subject to regulatory review and approval. The […]
Posted inDairy News, Home Page Slider, West
Darigold Accelerates Strategic Transformation Of Ingredients Business
Seattle-based Darigold has announced organizational changes designed to accelerate the long-term transformational strategy of the Northwest farmer-owned cooperative’s global ingredients business. In 2018, Darigold finalized a 10-year transformation and growth strategy which included a substantial series of capital investments, including the construction of a new large-scale global ingredients plant. The addition of new leadership talent will […]
Posted inDairy News, Home Page Slider, Northeast
Newest Line Of Table One Cheeses Coming This Fall
With 75 years of experience in importing the finest specialty cheeses and gourmet groceries, Elizabeth, New Jersey-based Atalanta is offering its newest line of Table One cheeses, including Feta, Blue Cheese, Italian Parmesan, Gouda and more. “We are excited to bring the Table One line to retailers and specialty stores across the country,” said Scott […]