In 1945, the Schuman family decided that it was a great time to bring Italian cheeses to the United States. “They brought everything over in bulk, did small conversions and that’s really where we got our start,” said Jim Gregori, VP of retail sales at Arthur Schuman Inc. Since that time, Schuman Cheese has become […]
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, Southwest
Vital Farms Launches Restorative Pasture-Raised Eggs
Austin, Texas-based Vital Farms has launched restorative pasture-raised eggs, produced using regenerative agriculture principles such as perennial rotations and cover crops. Vital Farms collaborated with regenerative thought leader Understanding Ag for more than a year to transition five farms to a core set of tenets that promote rich, nutrient-dense soil. “We applaud Vital Farms for taking steps to help restore the natural […]
Posted inDairy News, West
Bellwether Farms Wins Medals From American Cheese Society
Petaluma, California-based Bellwether Farms has won several awards from the American Cheese Society in its annual Judging & Competition Awards. The new Fresh Sheep Cheese Log – Original earned a gold medal in the fresh rindless sheep’s milk cheese aged 0 to 30 days category, and the Fresh Sheep Cheese Log – Sonoma Herb earned a gold medal in the sheep cheese with […]
Posted inPackaging News, Dairy News, Midwest, Online Grocery Technology
Oui By Yoplait Launches Refreshed Yogurt Product
Oui by Minneapolis-based Yoplait has launched a new partnership with Reese Witherspoon’s Hello Sunshine and best-selling author Eve Rodsky. Together, the three have released “Say Oui to Me,” a three-part video series in which Rodsky meets and invites women to find their “Unicorn Space” – the personal time to prioritize their interests. In addition to the Hello Sunshine […]
Posted inPackaging News, Dairy News, Midwest
V&V Supremo Foods Releases New Packaging Designs
Chicago-based V&V Supremo Foods has announced the launch of new packaging designs for its Crema Supremo and Crema Rancherito Sour Cream Brands. This crema segment will align with the new look of the entire V&V Supremo family of premium products. The combined new look will help consumers recognize the products. By converting this crema segment, […]
Posted inDairy News, Northeast
GlacierPoint Enterprises Acquires Marina Ice Cream Corp.
GlacierPoint Enterprises has acquired Marina Ice Cream Corp., a full-service direct store delivery distributor of ice cream and other food and beverage products in the New York metro area. “The addition of Marina to the GlacierPoint platform is truly transformative, providing a new and highly complementary product portfolio to GlacierPoint’s existing New York metro area […]
Posted inMarketing News, Dairy News, West
Yoplait, Box Tops Partner For Elementary School Library Renovation
Yoplait and Box Tops for Education recently helped with a library renovation at Dolores Huerta Elementary School in Lennox, California. Yoplait and Box Tops for Education identified the school through the work of Principal Maria Castellanos, who is dedicated to ensuring that all students at the school have an opportunity to thrive, even through the […]
Posted inDairy News, West
Rogue Creamery’s President Receives Lifetime Achievement Award
Central Point, Oregon-based Rogue Creamery President David Gremmels has been recognized with the American Cheese Society Lifetime Achievement Award. In 2005, Gremmels petitioned ACS to introduce a Lifetime Achievement Award. The organization’s first Lifetime Achievement Award honored Gremmels’ mentor, Ignazio “Ig” Vella, remembered as, “The Godfather of Artisanal Cheese.” Peg Smith of Cowgirl Creamery introduced the award at […]
Posted inDairy News, Lipari Foods, Midwest
Egglife Foods Expands Distribution To Sam’s Club
Chicago-based Egglife Foods has announced its national distribution with Sam’s Club as the brand continues to expand. Sam’s Club locations across the country will carry 12-packs of Egglife everything bagel egg white wraps, a protein-packed tortilla substitute made with cage free egg whites, garlic, onion, poppy seeds, hemp seeds and sea salt. “We’re so excited to […]
Posted inDairy News, National
IRI: Dairy Provides Sales Boost Despite Inflation
Consumer reactions combined with supply side volatility are creating an environment of continued change and uncertainty, according to IRI, 210 Analytics and IDBBA. In June, total perishables grew 6.8 percent, with above-average increases for bakery, deli and refrigerated, which includes dairy. The highest gain versus the pre-pandemic normal was generated by refrigerated, up 29.2 percent in […]
Posted inDairy News, Albertsons, Northeast, Plant-Based News
Country Crock Debuts New Plant-Based Cream
New York-based Country Crock has launched Plant Cream, a new alternative to dairy heavy whipping cream that can be used in cooking and baking recipes. It offers a no-sacrifice substitute with an easy one-to-one swap with dairy. Its new Plant Cream is the latest extension of the Country Crock Plant Based line of dairy-free and […]
Posted inDairy News, Executive News, Midwest
Minerva Dairy Hires Lefkowitz As Chief Financial Officer
Minerva, Ohio-based Minerva Dairy has hired Steven H. Lefkowitz as CFO. Lefkowitz, who started in his new role on July 5, brings a new vision of corporate governance to the fifth-generation family-owned company. He has a degree in accounting from Miami University and has held financial leadership roles at several companies over the past four decades, including Tire […]
Posted inDairy News, Executive News, Northeast
Ben & Jerry’s Co-Founder Chosen As Featured Speaker At Event
Action Against Hunger has announced the headline speakers at “Together Against Hunger” set for Oct. 12-13 in Washington, D.C. Notable speakers include Jerry Greenfield, Ben & Jerry’s co-founder and brand ambassador. “I’ve spent much of my life championing social causes, and deeply believe that ending hunger is a cause worth fighting for, since it’s a fight […]
Posted inDairy News, Midwest
Jeni’s Releases ‘At The Pool’ Summer Ice Cream Flavors
Columbus, Ohio-based Jeni’s Splendid Ice Cream has released a new lineup of ice cream products, “At the Pool,” in celebration of summer. The lineup is a series of five limited-edition flavors that are launching in grocery retailers and in Jeni’s scoop shops across the country. Watermelon Taffy has the flavor of a tart candied watermelon. Golden […]
Posted inDairy News, Northeast, Snacks Brands
Klondike Celebrates Anniversary With Birthday Cake Giveaway
Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey-based Klondike is celebrating its 100th birthday in 2022 with a birthday cake giveway. As the Klondike product portfolio has expanded with new flavors and formats, fans can spot the iconic polar bear mascot on not only the silver foil wrapped bar, but also on shakes, sandwiches and cones in freezer aisles. […]
Posted inDairy News, Northeast
GlacierPoint Acquires Southern Ice Cream And Gourmet Foods
The Bronx, New York-based GlacierPoint Enterprises Inc. has acquired Southern Ice Cream and Gourmet Foods, a full-service distributor of ice cream and related products. The GlacierPoint and Southern partnership expands the combined company’s geographic footprint, extending from South Carolina north to the U.S./Canadian border. The consolidated resources and capabilities of GlacierPoint and Southern provide an opportunity […]
Posted inDairy News, West
Nancy’s Probiotic Foods Debuts New Recipe And Look
Eugene, Oregon-based Springfield Creamery, the maker of Nancy’s Probiotic Foods, will offer a reformulated version of its Oatmilk Non-Dairy Yogurt with a mid-August launch. The company states that the new recipe for the non-dairy probiotic yogurt is “creamier and richer” and offers 6 grams of plant protein per six ounce serving, as well as billions of […]
Posted inDairy News, Southwest
Whole Foods Market, McConaughey To Celebrate National Ice Cream Day
Austin, Texas-based Whole Foods Market announces a new ice cream sundae collaboration with New York Times bestselling children’s book author, Camila Alves McConaughey, in celebration of the retailer’s annual frozen treats sale. McConaughey was tapped to develop an exclusive ice cream creation – her Taco Sundae – to be enjoyed at limited-time ice cream pop-ups on […]
Posted inDairy News, West
Tillamook Named Official Ice Cream Of Six Flags Park
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 […]
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 […]