Schuman Cheese, a fourth-generation family-owned company and importer and distributor of specialty cheeses, has partnered with Wyke Farms, the UK’s largest independent cheese producer. Through the collaboration, Schuman will serve as the exclusive supplier for Wyke Farms and its sub-brands, including Ivy’s Reserve, across British cheddars and butter in the U.S. market. The partnership builds […]
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 inFrozen Food, Association News, Dairy News, Finance News, National, News
NFRA Highlights Role Of Frozen, Dairy Foods In Post-Holiday Reset
As Americans move past the holidays and return to everyday routines, frozen and dairy foods are emerging as essential staples that help consumers manage food budgets, reduce waste and simplify daily meal planning, according to a new press release from the National Frozen & Refrigerated Foods Association (NFRA). With their longer shelf life and ready-when-needed […]
Posted inDairy News, News, Northeast
Pete & Gerry’s Named To 2025 Best In Business List For Social Good
Bridgewater, Massachusetts-based Pete & Gerry’s Organic Eggs has been named to Inc.’s 2025 Best in Business list in the Social Good category, an annual ranking that recognizes companies making positive impact through purpose-driven initiatives and community engagement. The Best in Business list celebrates companies across a range of categories, including sustainability, customer engagement, innovation and […]
Posted inDairy News, Finance News, National, News
Ben & Jerry’s Implements Board Governance Changes
Ben & Jerry’s Homemade Inc. has announced a series of steps to strengthen its governance and reaffirm the responsibilities of the company’s board. The actions aim to preserve and enhance the brand’s historical social mission and safeguard its integrity following the ice cream maker’s transition to new parent company The Magnum Ice Cream Co. (TMICC). […]
Posted inDairy News, Gelson's, News, West
Gelson’s Markets Launches Artisanal Cheese Boxes
Gelson’s Markets is expanding its reach beyond Southern California with the launch of nationwide shipping for its artisanal cheese boxes, allowing customers across the continental U.S. to order the grocer’s curated specialty food offerings. The supermarket chain said the program brings its in-store cheese expertise to a broader audience through a selection of gourmet collections. […]
Posted inDairy News, Southeast, Southwest, Walmart
Walmart Opens Second Milk Processing Facility In Valdosta, GA
Walmart recently celebrated the grand opening of its second owned and operated milk processing facility in Valdosta, Georgia, which will supply more than 650 Walmart stores and Sam’s Clubs across the Southeast. The 300,000-plus square-foot plant, which represents a $350 million investment, has created more than 400 new jobs. Sourcing milk from local dairy farmers, the […]
Posted inDairy News, Grocery Research, Midwest, News, Private Label Brands, SpartanNash
SpartanNash Introduces Flavored Butter Products For Thanksgiving
SpartanNash has introduced four varieties of flavored butter to help customers prepare for the Thanksgiving holiday. In addition, it partnered with Talker Research on a new survey, finding that butter is essential for holiday cooking. SpartanNash stores – including Family Fare, Martin’s Super Markets and D&W Fresh Market – and select independent wholesale customers are […]
Posted inDairy News, Midwest, News
Busch’s Fresh Food Market Donates 107K Gallons Of Milk In 2025
Busch’s Fresh Food Market shared that its customers donated 107,648 gallons of milk to food banks as part of its biannual milk drive. Last year, 103,698 gallons of milk were donated. The first milk drive of 2025 was held in March, and the second from Sept. 22-Oct. 5. This year, the drive achieved 2,648 gallons […]
Posted inOrganic Natural, Association News, Dairy News, National, News
Organic Trade Association Recognizes Straus For Life’s Work
The Organic Trade Association has honored Albert Straus, founder of Straus Family Creamery and a second-generation organic dairy farmer, with its Organic Lifetime Achievement Award. A pioneer in organic dairy and sustainable agriculture, Straus has led efforts to advance carbon-neutral dairy farming models that are shaping the future of organic food and farming. Straus has […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Ahold Delhaize, Dairy News, National, News
Ahold Delhaize, Danone Partner On Dairy Sustainability Pilot
Ahold Delhaize USA, Danone North America and The Nature Conservancy have launched a collaborative pilot program aimed at improving sustainability in dairy farming. The initiative will work with select dairy farms in Danone North America’s yogurt product supply chain to reduce methane emissions, strengthen on-farm resilience and enhance supply chain sustainability. Over the next five […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Dairy News, News, Northeast, Tops Friendly Markets
Tops Friendly Markets, Garelick Farms Partner On Milk Donation Program
Throughout September, for every gallon of Garelick Farms’ milk purchased at 10 participating Tops locations, a carton of Giving Cow milk will be donated to the Regional Food Bank of Northeastern New York. The donations come in cartons featuring playful cow characters. The single-serve, 8-ounce packs of ultra-high temperature (UHT) pasteurized milk have a shelf-life […]
Posted inPrivate Label Brands, Dairy News, Natural Grocers, News, Southwest
Natural Grocers Introduces Private Label Organic Yogurt
Natural Grocers has introduced private label organic yogurt in three flavors from a proprietary recipe that is packed with probiotics and offers 6-7 grams of protein per serving. The new additions to the company’s house brand are certified organic, non-GMO and made without artificial sweeteners, flavors and preservatives (as defined by its standards). “Good yogurt […]
Posted inProduce News, Dairy News, Deli News, News, Southeast, Walmart
Walmart Opens High-Tech Perishable Distribution Center In Wellford, SC
Walmart employees, elected officials and community leaders recently celebrated the grand opening of a new 725,000-square-foot perishable distribution center in Wellford, South Carolina. The facility is designed to receive and process fresh produce, eggs, dairy, meat and frozen goods for delivery to 180 Walmart stores. “The opening of our new high-tech perishable distribution center marks […]
Posted inProduce News, Dairy News, Deli News, Meat/Seafood/Poultry, News, West
Save Mart Expands Flashfood Partnership To 11 Additional Stores
The Save Mart Companies has expanded Flashfood to 11 Save Mart banner stores in Stanislaus County, California, with the rollout providing shoppers up to 50 percent off fresh produce, meat, dairy and other groceries. The company introduced Flashfood to California shoppers in March 2024, becoming the state’s first retailer to offer the program. Since then, […]
Posted inDairy News, Association News, Frozen Food, National, News
Ice Cream Producers Promise To Eliminate Artificial Colors By 2027
A new voluntary effort led by the International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) in partnership with America’s ice cream makers promises to eliminate certified artificial colors from ice cream products made with real milk by Dec. 31, 2027. With this effort, dozens of U.S. ice cream companies are pledging to eliminate the use of certified artificial […]
Posted inFeature, Association News, Bakery News, Dairy News, Deli News, National, News
Webinar Unpacks Trends From IDDBA 2025
Consumer anxieties, vibrant merchandising and the fast rising influence of Middle Eastern and Mediterranean fare topped the talking points during a June 12 International Dairy Deli Bakery Association-sponsored webinar, “Digesting All the Trends at IDDBA 2025.” Maeve Webster, president of the Bennington, Vermont-based consultancy Menu Matters, and Mike Kostyo, VP, sifted through what they saw on the show floor to […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Dairy News, News, Private Label Brands, Publix Super Markets, Southeast
Publix Expands Ice Cream Offerings In Time For Summer
Publix is expanding its ice cream selection by introducing new everyday pint sizes and a variety of lactose-free flavors, available year-round. The pint lineup now features popular flavors previously found only in half-gallon sizes. These include Barnie’s Coffee, a coffee-flavored ice cream made with real milk and cream; Chocolate Trinity, a chocolate ice cream swirled […]
Posted inDairy News, Feature, Northeast, West
French Yogurt Brand La Fermière Fortifies U.S. Operations
Since entering the U.S. market eight years ago, French yogurt company La Fermière has maintained a 35-40 percent year-over-year growth rate. In 2024, the brand sold about 16 million ceramic pots of yogurt and oven-baked crème desserts. The company has a manufacturing plant in New York, as well as a newly opened West Coast facility […]
Posted inDairy News, Midwest, News
Wisconsin Dairy Farmers Promote June Dairy Month
As summer begins, Wisconsin is promoting June Dairy Month, a statewide celebration honoring the farm families who care for animals, steward the land and produce world-class milk, cheese and other products. “This June, we invite everyone to discover the dedication, innovation, and legacy that define Wisconsin dairy,” said Chad Vincent, CEO of Dairy Farmers of […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Dairy News, News, Northeast, Weis Markets
Weis Markets, Partners Toast World Milk Day
To mark World Milk Day on June 1 and kick off National Dairy Month, Weis Markets teamed up with several organizations for a celebration at its store in Selinsgrove, Pennsylvania, to highlight the importance of dairy and launch the 10th annual Fill A Glass With Hope campaign. The groups included the PA Dairymen’s Association, Feeding […]