REDUCED-SUGAR PROTEIN YOGURTS FOR SWISS MARKET (posted December 28, 2017)
Emmi introduces lower-sugar YoQua.
With 50% less added granulated sugar, 8 grams of protein and 0.1 % fat, Emmi claims the fruity yogurts are “the first of their kind on the Swiss market.”
The dairy brand said it is targeting consumers who would normally choose plain yogurts over fruit flavors because of reduced sugar. The new range comes in Strawberry and Forest Fruits varieties.
“We regularly ask consumers for their opinions, and the demand for reduced-sugar foods has risen sharply in recent years,” says Thomas Heller, head of marketing at Emmi Switzerland. “We are happy to respond to this type of trend, and with the new YoQua varieties, we are offering conscientious consumers a balanced alternative.”
The Strawberry flavor contains 12% strawberries, sugar, modified starches, beetroot juice concentrate, flavoring and lemon juice. Forest Fruit consists of 12% berries (4% blackberries, 4% raspberries and 4% blueberries), sugar, modified starches and flavorings.
For more information, link HERE.

GIRL SCOUT COOKIE YOGURT (posted December 19, 2017)
General Mills grows its Yoplait yogurt line with first-of-its-kind flavors.
Beginning this month, Girl Scout Cookie fans can enjoy Yoplait yogurt with new flavors inspired by their favorite cookies.
Flavors include: Yoplait Whips! Girl Scouts Thin Mints, Yoplait Whips! Girl Scouts Peanut Butter Chocolate, and Yoplait Original Girl Scouts Caramel Coconut.
The new line is a permanent, year-round addition to Yoplait’s portfolio.
“For those who wish they had more ways to enjoy their favorite chocolate mint, peanut butter chocolate and caramel coconut flavors, we have three delicious, new yogurts inspired by America’s most popular Girl Scout Cookie flavors,” says Doug Martin, business unit director-Yoplait. “Girl Scouts of the USA does extraordinary things for girls like teaching them valuable life and business skills through the Girl Scout Cookie Program, which is why we are honored to work with the organization.”
The new flavors do not contain high fructose corn syrup, are made with live and active cultures and are gluten free.
The Yoplait Whips! varieties come 4-ounce cups, while the Yoplait Original is in 6-ounce cups.
For more information, link HERE.

REGIONAL YOGURT, WITH A HINT OF... (posted December 4, 2017)
Chobani unveils a major brand evolution in celebration of its 10th anniversary to commemorate its national distribution in 2008.
This includes a new product line rolling out this month called Chobani with a Hint Of.
This is simply crafted, blended Greek yogurt made with only natural ingredients, hand-selected varietal real fruits and spices for delicious flavor with less sweetness.
Priced at $1.49 per 5.3-ounce cup, A Hint Of will be available first in Pacific, Northeast and Florida markets, and expand to national distribution in July 2018.
A Hint Of provides Chobani fans with a new option with only natural sweeteners (9 grams of sugar) and high protein (12 grams), and a mildly sweet taste in five curated flavors.
They are: Alphonso Mango, Gili Cherry, Madagascar Vanilla Cinnamon, Monterey Strawberry and Wild Blueberry.
The new product line coincides with a major brand makeover to help the company expand its vision and mission towards “universal wellness.”
Chobani’s vision of universal wellness builds on the company’s founding mission to provide better food for more people. The company plans to invest in: nutritional wellness to provide better food for more people; social wellness to increase investment in the communities it serves and the people who craft Chobani foods; and environmental wellness to build a supply chain that ensures the planet’s health.
To bring this vision to life for consumers, Chobani is launching an evolution of the brand’s creative expression—Fighting for Happily Ever After—which is shaping everything from the brand’s packaging, website and campaigns to its cafés and more. Chobani’s in-house creative team spent more than a year developing the evolved brand look and feel. This evolution differentiates the brand at shelf and reflects the values of the company.
For more information, link HERE.

DRINKABLE PROBIOTIC GREEK YOGURTS (posted November 22, 2017)
Johanna Foods introduces a Greek Smoothie line with redesigned branding and graphics.
The drinkable product comes in five varieties—Blueberry, Chocolate, Mango, Mixed Berry and Peach—in single-serve 12-ounce and multi-serve 32-ounce plastic bottles.
Labels describe the beverage as containing probiotics that support immunity and digestive health.
They are made with 2% cultured milk, non-GMO ingredients, and no artificial colors or flavors.
A 12-ounce serving provides 18 grams of protein.
For more information, link HERE.

FIRST-OF-ITS-KIND FUNCTIONAL YOGURT-TYPE PRODUCT (posted November 6, 2017)
MOPRO Nutrition introduces “more than yogurt.”
This cultured dairy product, which is making its debut in a vanilla flavor, is made with only six ingredients. They are: whole milk, whey protein isolate, soy lecithin, organic blue agave syrup, vanilla extract, and live and active cultures, including probiotics.
A 5.3-ounce cup contains 24 grams of total protein. The majority (13 grams) of this comes from cross-flow microfiltration (CFM) whey protein isolate. The other 11 grams is inherent to the yogurt.
CFM is a proprietary membrane technique used to yield a highly pure, nutritionally superior and undenatured whey protein isolate.
Each container also has 3 grams of branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs), which are essential nutrients that the body obtains from proteins found in food, especially meat, dairy products and legumes. They include leucine, isoleucine and valine. “Branched-chain” refers to the chemical structure of these amino acids. There is research that indicates BCAAs promote muscle synthesis and increase muscle growth over time as well as help with fatigue from athletic training.
A container has 250 calories, 13 grams of fat and 4 grams of sugar, of which 1 gram is classified as added sugar.
All of the ingredients in this gluten-free product are non-GMO.
For more information, link HERE.

WHOLE MILK YOGURT WITH PREMIUM CHOCOLATE (posted October 9, 2017)
From Greece, Mevgal’s new gourmet authentic Greek yogurt line receives accolades at Anuga.
Specifically, the Mint with Dark Chocolate variety was awarded official “Anuga taste Innovation Show” recognition.
This is one of three offerings in the new gourmet line (165 gram containers) marketed at guilt-free indulgence.
The Mint with Dark Chocolate is creamy mint-flavored whole milk strained Greek yogurt with a dome of dark chocolate chips.
The other two flavors are: Orange with Dark Chocolate, and Raspberry with Dark Chocolate and Raspberries.
For more information, link HERE.

ORGANIC WHOLE MILK KEFIR (posted September 26, 2017)
Springfield Creamery grows its line of Nancy’s cultured dairy products.
New Nancy’s Probiotic Whole Milk Kefir contains 11 strains of live probiotics, including clinically documented strains, delivered at therapeutic levels to help support immune and digestive health.
Springfield Creamery first added live, beneficial probiotics to yogurt nearly 50 years ago.
Both the Organic Lowfat and the new Organic Whole Milk Kefir varieties contain 50+ billion CFU’s (colony forming units) of live beneficial probiotics per serving at the time of expiration.
Nancy’s Organic Probiotic Whole Milk Kefir comes in in four flavors. They are: Blueberry, Ginger Peach, Plain and Vanilla.
“We always put health first. That’s why we carefully select a broad range of documented probiotic strains,” says Sheryl Kesey Thompson, co-owner and vice president of marketing. “Many hospitals and physicians use Nancy’s yogurts and kefirs as the probiotic source for their patients. With whole dairy making a comeback, and, with so many of our customers and retailers wanting whole milk options, the introduction of our Organic Whole Milk Kefirs was a natural.”
The kefir is made with local organic, milk from pasture-raised cows on Oregon farms. The new line is made with simple ingredients and contains no pectin, gelatins, thickeners, cane sugar or gluten. All flavors are lightly sweetened with organic agave nectar.
The kefir comes in 32-ounce resealable gable-top cartons and has a suggested retail price of $5.49.
For more information, link HERE.

GLOBALLY INSPIRED DUAL-COMPARTMENT YOGURT (posted September 21, 2017)
Müller introduces the World Edition line of yogurts.
New Müller Yoghurt with the corner takes consumers on a journey to discover and enjoy exotic and fashionable taste combinations from around the word.
There are five varieties. They are:
Bora Bora: This tropical delight combines aromatic, sweet pineapple coconut preparation with exotic coconut yogurt.
New York: This Big Apple treat combines vanilla cream yogurt with chocolate-coated biscuit balls.
Rom: This vanilla yogurt comes with a side of intensely flavored butter biscuits covered with coffee and chocolate.
Tokyo: This almond flavored yogurt comes with a side of aromatic cherry preparation.
Venezia: This Italian coffee house yogurt combines delicate, pistachio yogurt with extra crispy mini-amarettini.
For more information, link HERE.

NO-SUGAR-ADDED HIGH-PROTEIN YOGURT (posted September 13, 2017)
Murray Goulburn Co-op introduces Danone YoPRO to Australian market.
Flavored YoPRO contains 15 grams of protein (plain has 17 grams) and less than 0.5% fat per 160-gram single-serve cup.
This strained yogurt is made locally in the Kiewa Valley, Victoria, with all milk sourced from Aussie cows.
YoPRO contains no added sugar and no artificial sweeteners, colors or flavors.
The sugar in YoPRO comes from the natural milk sugar (lactose) and the fruit (fructose). It is slightly sweetened with stevia.
In addition to plain, YoPRO comes in five flavors. They are: Blueberry, Mango, Passionfruit, Strawberry and Vanilla.
For more information, link HERE.

CREAM-ON-TOP SPECIALTY YOGURT MARKETED AS A “REAL TREAT” (posted September 6, 2017)
Stonyfield Farm introduces Brown Cow Specialties.
This line of non-homogenized whole milk yogurts has the cream rise to the top for a layer of decadence.
Sweetened with cane sugar and real maple syrup, these decadent offerings are a wholesome indulgence.
They are Non-GMO Project Verified and made without the use of artificial growth hormones, artificial flavors or artificial sweeteners.
The line makes its debut in three varieties. They are: Café Mocha, Marbled Chocolate Raspberry and Vanilla Salted Caramel.
The yogurts come in 5-ounce single-serving cups containing 140 to 150 calories, 5 grams of fat, 18 to 21 grams of sugar and 4 to 5 grams of protein.
For more information, link HERE.

SIDE-BY-SIDE YOGURTS DESIGNED FOR BREAKFAST DAYPART (posted August 31, 2017)
Chobani introduces breakfast-flavored Flip yogurts, along with some other new flavors.
The three new breakfast-inspired flavors are:
Blueberry B-Fast, which is blueberry nonfat yogurt with pastry pieces, cinnamon crunch, spiced walnuts and crunchy sugar bits
Mixed Berry Morning, which is mixed berry nonfat yogurt with ancient grain clusters, cranberries and honey roasted salted almonds
Sunrisin’ Raisin, which is raisin brown sugar nonfat yogurt with bran flakes, walnuts and honey praline pumpkin seeds
Other new Flip varieties are:
Mint Chocolate Chip, which is mint low-fat yogurt with dark chocolate, chocolate cookies and coated rice crisps
Perfect Peach Cobbler, which is peach low-fat yogurt with oatmeal pastry pieces and frosted cinnamon crunch
Limited-Batch Pumpkin Harvest Crisp, which is pumpkin low-fat yogurt with pie crust pieces, glazed pumpkin seeds and pecans
For more information, link HERE.

QUARK AND YOGURT COMBO POUCHES FOR ADULTS (posted August 22, 2017)
The Collective in the U.K. rolls out Pro-yo.
Pro-yo is a blend of 45% quark and 36% yogurt, along with real fruit.
The 125-gram pouches come in three varieties. They are: Berries, Coconut and Strawberry.
The only sweetness comes from the natural sugars in milk and fruit, and in the coconut variety, a touch of honey.
The high-protein portable snacks contain no artificial colors, flavors, preservatives or sweeteners.
Each 14-gram pouch is touted as having more protein than two eggs and less sugar than an apple.
For more information, link HERE.

NEW SIDE-BY-SIDE LOW-FAT YOGURT WITH INCLUSIONS (posted August 9, 2017)
General Mills introduces Yoplait Mix-Ins.
The new line is a first inclusions-style yogurt for the brand.
There are six varieties. They are:
Cherry Chocolate Almond: black cherry-flavored low-fat yogurt with chocolate chunks and roasted almonds
Coconut Chocolate Almond: coconut-flavored low-fat yogurt with chocolate chunks, caramel crunch and roasted almonds
Key Lime Crunch: key lime-flavored low-fat yogurt with graham crackers and white chocolate chips
Mint Chocolate Delight: mint-flavored low-fat yogurt with chocolate cookie pieces and white chocolate chips
Salted Caramel Pretzel: caramel-flavored low-fat yogurt with pretzel pieces, caramel crunch and roasted almonds
Very Berry Crisp: blackberry-flavored low-fat yogurt with cinnamon crunch, pie crust pieces and oat clusters
For more information, link HERE.

DIGESTIVE HEALTH YOGURT IN NEW LACTOSE FREE VARIETY (posted July 25, 2017)
DanoneWave introduces Dannon Activia Lactose Free.
Yogurt is a suitable food for most people, including many with mild cases of lactose intolerance. This is because the microorganisms that ferment milk into yogurt also break down most of the lactose into sugars that are easy on the tummy.
For those consumers who prefer to avoid all lactose in their diets, DanoneWave is launching a lactose-free version of its Activia Yogurts.
New Activia Lactose Free Yogurts provide the same great benefits as other Activia products, as well as the same great taste.
All Activia yogurts may help reduce the frequency of minor digestive discomfort when consumed twice a day for two weeks as part of a balanced diet and healthy lifestyle. Minor digestive discomfort includes bloating, gas, abdominal discomfort and rumbling.
Activia Lactose Free Yogurts are not specifically designed to address the customary symptoms associated with ingesting dairy products by lactose-intolerant individuals.
Additionally, Activia Lactose Free Yogurts are not intended to help lactose-intolerant individuals tolerate other lactose containing products, such as milk.
The new line comes in Black Cherry, Peach, Strawberry and Vanilla varieties.
For more information, link HERE.

ZERO ARTIFICIAL SWEETENER “LIGHT” YOGURT (posted July 20, 2017)
Dannon grows its Light & Fit brand.
New Greek and regular nonfat yogurts come in 5.3-ounce cups.
Greek Light & Fit with Zero Artificial Sweeteners is sold in single containers, with each providing 90 calories, 13 grams of protein and 3 grams of fiber.
Available in six varieties—Black Cherry, Coconut Cream, Mixed Berry, Peach Mango, Strawberry and Vanilla—the yogurt relies on chicory root fiber and stevia leaf extract to make its claims.
Regular Light & Fit with Zero Artificial Sweeteners is sold in four packs, with each container providing 80 calories and 5 grams of protein.
Available in four varieties—Blueberry, Lemon Cream, Strawberry and Vanilla—the yogurt is sweetened with stevia leaf extract.
For more information, link HERE.

CRAFT SWISS-STYLE YOGURT (posted July 10, 2017)
Yodelay Yogurt introduces line of “made in Wisconsin” artisan Swiss-style yogurts.
Although Swiss-style yogurt does not have a legal definition, Markus Candinas, the company’s founder, describes it as a lighter, creamier yogurt with a slightly tart flavor from the authentic Swiss cultures.
Candinas is a Swiss-American who was raised in Madison, Wis., and left before his junior year of high school to become an Apprentice Confisseur in Interlaken, Switzerland.
Upon returning to the U.S., he put his skills to work creating gourmet chocolates and within a few short years Candinas Chocolatier was recognized as one of the world’s best.
Recently he applied those skills to develop a Swiss-style yogurt that mimics what is found in Switzerland. He also made it a point to create a clean-label product with milk sourced from a local Wisconsin family farm.
Although there were many options for his milk, Candinas sources milk from Voegeli Farms, a family-owned Brown Swiss dairy farm just 30 minutes from the Yodelay Yogurt plant.
Candinas worked with the Center for Dairy Research (CDR) at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, to commercialize the product.
The CDR serves as a resource for dairy foods companies looking to bring innovative, nutritious and profitable products to the global marketplace. It offers clients access to a pilot plant and technical experts who are able to assist with product development and troubleshooting.
With systems in place, Yodelay launched in April 2017 in seven reduced-fat flavors. They are: Blueberry, Peach-Raspberry, Pineapple, Raspberry, Rhubarb, Strawberry and Tart Cherry.
“We’ve been doing in-store tastings and it’s so great to see that people like it,” says Candinas. “There’s always an element of self-doubt with something new like this. Yes, there’s an entire country that enjoys this style of yogurt, but I didn’t know if Americans would accept it. It’s not your usual yogurt, but the response has been amazingly great. I just can’t help but feel like we’re on to something here.”
For more information, link HERE.

SIMPLE, CLASSIC YOGURT (posted July 5, 2017)
Chobani introduces Chobani Smooth, the company’s first foray into non-Greek, classic yogurt.
“As a food maker, it’s important to me that we’re giving families across America better options that are delicious and accessible,” says Hamdi Ulukaya, founder and CEO. “With Chobani Smooth, we’re bringing craftmanship back to traditional yogurt with a product that has less sugar and more protein than most of the options out there and no artificial sweeteners or flavors. This is what Chobani has stood for since day one, and now we’re giving people a delicious, natural option in another section of the dairy aisle.”
Chobani Smooth is low-fat (1 to 1.5% fat) classic yogurt with 25% less sugar and twice the protein of other traditional yogurts.
It is made by lightly straining the yogurt to keep the protein that’s naturally found in milk—using a unique blend of live and active cultures and probiotics—without the tart taste and thicker texture typically found in strained yogurts. The yogurt is then blended with natural ingredients and real fruit or vanilla, depending on the flavor.
Like all of Chobani’s products, Chobani Smooth is made with only natural, non-GMO ingredients, real fruit, live and active cultures, and fresh milk from cows not treated with artificial growth hormones.
It comes in five flavors. They are: Black Cherry, Blueberry, Peach, Strawberry and Vanilla.
The yogurt comes in packs of two 5.3 ounce cups and has a suggested retail price of $1.79.
For more information, link HERE.

DOME-CUP AUSSIE-STYLE YOGURT (posted June 27, 2017)
Noosa introduces Noosa Mates, a new line of yogurt that comes with a cup of premium inclusions for mixing in.
The product is designed to extend the brand beyond the morning daypart, positioning the indulgent 5.5-ounce cups as a snack or even dessert.
There are five varieties. They are:
Banana Chocolate Peanut: banana whole milk yogurt topped with crunchy banana chips, Guittard chocolate chips and salted peanuts (270 calories, 13 grams of fat, 9 gram of protein 24 grams of sugar)
Coconut Almond Chocolate: coconut whole milk yogurt topped with toasted coconut, almond slivers and Guittard chocolate chips (270 calories, 15 grams of fat, 8 grams of protein, 28 grams of sugar)
Honey Cranberry Almond: honey whole milk yogurt topped with granola, cranberries, roasted almonds and pepitas (250 calories, 11 grams of fat, 10 gram of protein, 21 grams of sugar)
Honey Pretzel Peanut: honey whole milk yogurt topped with salted pretzels, honey roasted peanuts and Guittard chocolate chips (250 calories, 12 grams of fat, 10 gram of protein, 20 grams of sugar)
Maple Ginger: whole milk yogurt sweetened with a touch of pure maple syrup and topped with hearty granola, candied ginger and gingersnap crumbles (240 calorie, 9 grams of fat, 8 grams of protein, 24 grams of sugar)
For more information, link HERE.

FRENCH-INSPIRED YOGURT (posted June 19, 2017)
General Mills introduces oui by Yoplait.
The new premium yogurts are described as “Inspired by Our Traditional French Recipe.”
Sold in 5-ounce glass jars with peel-back foil seal, the premium yogurts come in eight flavors. They are: Black Cherry, Blueberry, Coconut, Lemon, Peach, Plain, Strawberry and Vanilla.
The whole milk yogurts feature a simple recipe that is slightly sweetened with cane sugar.
Each serving is individually cultured in the same glass pot you eat it from using a traditional pot set process.
Oui by Yoplait is an artisanal yogurt made by pouring ingredients into individual glass pots that set after eight hours creating a unique and delicious texture. It is designed to be spoon cut slowly, not stirred, in order to preserve its satisfyingly thick, subtly sweet and fresh taste.
Labels boast: Non-GMO.
Plain contains 130 calories, 8 grams of fat, 6 grams of sugar and 5 grams of protein. The others contain 160-170 calories and 7-8 grams of fat, depending on variety, along with 15 grams of sugar and 5 grams of protein.
“We wanted to bring something special to our U.S. consumers--something we have been enjoying during visits with our French colleagues for many years, but hard to replicate in large quantities here in the U.S.,” says David Clark, president of U.S. Yogurt at General Mills. “Oui by Yoplait introduces an entirely new category of yogurt to the U.S. using a recipe that has been enjoyed for decades in France.”
Oui by Yoplait will be available in major grocery and retail stores nationwide beginning in July.
The suggested retail price for all flavors is $1.49.
The strawberry and vanilla flavors are also available in four-count packages at a suggested retail price of $4.78.

HIGHER MILKFAT YOGURT PRODUCTS (posted June 14, 2017)
Stonyfield grows its premium, high-milkfat cultured dairy line.
Following successful 2016 launches of Whole Milk Greek Yogurt and Whole Milk Grass-fed Yogurt, Stonyfield introduces new Whole Milk Drinkables and Double Cream Yogurt.
The company sees tremendous growth opportunity in the whole milk category as more consumers embrace full-fat dairy.
As with all Stonyfield products, the Whole Milk Drinkables and Double Cream Yogurt are made with USDA Organic milk.
Whole Milk Drinkables are an on-the-go protein snack. Each 6-ounce plastic bottle contains 6 grams of protein.
Flavors are: Peach and Strawberry.
Four packs retail for about $4.99.
Double Cream Yogurt is a good source of protein and an excellent source of both calcium and vitamin D.
It comes in 31-ounce tubs in a plain variant and is designed for cooking.
A one-cup serving contains 210 calories, 15 grams of fat and 8 grams of protein.
The suggested retail price is $4.99.
For more information, link HERE.

PROTEIN POUCHES AND PROTEIN GREENS (posted May 10, 2017)
Arla Foods introduces new protein-enhanced yogurt products.
As protein continues to reign king with consumers, Arla Foods, a farmer-owned European dairy company, continues to innovate by extending its popular Arla Protein range with the launch of new products: Arla Protein Pouches and Arla Protein Greens.
The new Arla Protein Pouches see Arla tapping into the on-the-go market with 200 gram pouches of yogurt based snack, designed to be consumed while on the move.
Designed to rival popular formats such as protein shakes, Arla Protein Pouches offer a convenient nutrient-dense snack with 20 grams of protein per serving in two flavors: Mango and Strawberry.
Arla Protein Greens sees the brand launch a Mango Kale and Lime flavor variant into the core range.
The Arla yogurt category more than doubled year on year in 2016 (+116%) resulting from the success of Arla skyr and Arla Protein. Arla has ambitious plans to continue this growth into 2017 and beyond with strong above the line plans and a £2m marketing spend.
For more information, link HERE.

BLENDED WHOLE MILK ORGANIC GREEK YOGURT (posted May 2, 2017)
Clover Sonoma enters whole milk Greek yogurt segment.
The organic whole milk yogurt segment continues to grow, and Clover Sonoma is now a player.
As a proven leader in Northern California in the organic nonfat Greek yogurt segment, the company is well positioned to play in the whole milk arena.
The new blended yogurts come in 5.3-ounce cups. There’s Plain, as well as four flavors. They are: Blueberry, Honey, Raspberry and Vanilla Bean.
The yogurt is made from Northern California-sourced organic milk.
It is produced using an authentic strain process in small batches.
The yogurts have a refrigerated shelflife of 50 days.
For more information, link HERE.

GREEK YOGURT WITH EXTRAS (posted April 27, 2017)
Canada’s Skotidakis rolls out Greek yogurt with oats and seeds.
Each 5.3-ounce cup of 2% milk Greek yogurt includes overnight oats and chia seeds.
A single-serve cup contains 190 calories, 3.5 grams of fat, 11 grams of protein, 15 grams of sugar and 4 grams of fiber.
The oats and seeds contribute fat, protein and fiber.
Inulin contributes fiber and assists with keeping the sugar content of the fruit preparation down.
There are three flavors--Black Cherry, Mango and Peach—and the product is currently sold in 12-count club store packs. .
For more information, link HERE.

MILKFAT-FREE COCONUT CREME YOGURT (posted April 18, 2017)
Saga Dairy adds Coconut Crème to its Viking grass-fed Icelandic yogurt line.
The Viking brand was first reported as a Daily Dose of Dairy in July 2015. You can read more HERE.
The company is now debuting Viking Coconut Crème, which is made with grass-fed skim milk, coconut cream and shredded coconut.
The 0% milkfat product contains 1.5 grams of fat from the coconut.
A 6-ounce cup also contains 140 calories, 13 grams of sugar and 17 grams of protein.
“This flavor is unique and innovative as it has fat, but the fat is plant based and heart healthy,” says Therese Meers, co-founder and CEO, Saga Dairy Inc. “Our Viking Coconut Crème has both coconut bits and the cream of the coconut in it for an even richer taste, but without the milk fat.”
Recently the brand launched nationally with Sprouts.
For more information, link HERE.

READY-TO-DRINK SMOOTHIES DESIGNED FOR THE MORNING DAYPART
Rokeby Farms introduces Whole Protein Breakfast Smoothie, Australia’s first high-protein beverage made with farm-fresh milk.
Based on filtered low-fat and whole milk, each 425-milliliter single-serve bottle contains about 300 calories and 30 grams of complete “whole” protein, which the company explains is protein containing all nine essential amino acids.
A bottle also contains 5 to 6 grams of fat and 26 to 29 grams of sugar, depending on the flavor, of which there are four.
They are: Banana with Honey and Cinnamon, Dutch Chocolate, Iced Coffee and Salted Caramel.
The product contains the lactase enzyme and makes a low-lactose claim.
For more information, link HERE.

INDIAN-STYLE SPICED YOGHURT DRINK (posted April 5, 2017)
Pure Harmony Foods debuted Chaasi at Expo West.
Made with organic low-fat yogurt, organic coconut milk, vibrant Indian spices and probiotics, the drinks will hit the marketplace this summer.
Varieties are: Banana Turmeric, Blueberry Cinnamon Rose, Cashew Spiced Chai and Coconut Honey Ginger.
The refrigerated yogurt drinks comes in 16-ounce plastic bottles, which is two servings.
A single serving contains 180 to 230 calories, 4.5 to 14 grams of fat, 11 to 24 grams of sugar and 7 to 11 grams of protein, depending on variety.
For more information, link HERE.

HIGH-PROTEIN YOGURT POUCH FOR KIDS (posted March 27, 2017)
Shaken Udder introduces YogOaty.
The U.K.’s premium milkshake brand Shaken Udder is entering the yogurt pouch business with YogOaty, a healthy range of kids’ pouches made with 100% natural ingredients, including British yogurt, real fruit and wholesome oats.
Packed with protein, slow-release energy oats and with no added sugar, YogOaty is perfect as a wholesome breakfast, on-the-go snack or lunchbox addition for kids of all ages.
New YogOaty comes in three flavors. They are: Awesome Apricot & Vanilla, Mega Mango & Peach and Smashing Strawberry & Banana.
YogOaty comes in single-serve 70 gram pouches for merchandising in the chilled case.
“We’ve invested heavily in creating a product that’s not only totally natural and nutritious, but that doesn’t compromise on delivering superior taste,” says Andrew Howie, co-founder of Shaken Udder. “The result is a delicious, wholesome product that can easily be enjoyed on-the-go. YogOaty will appeal to those parents looking for tasty and nourishing healthy alternatives for their kids”
For more information, link HERE.

WHOLE MILK INDULGENT GREEK-STYLE YOGURT (posted March 15, 2017)
The Hain Celestial Group debuts The Greek Gods Seriously Indulgent Yogurt.
This is one of 75 new products that the company rolled out at Natural Products Expo West.
The Greek Gods Seriously Indulgent Yogurt is a line of whole milk plus cream Greek-style yogurts inspired by the rich culinary traditions of Greece.
The 5.3-ounce cups come in four fruit-on the-bottom varieties.
They are: Lemon, Marionberry, Raspberry Ginger and Tart Cherry.
Loaded with live and active cultures, the yogurts are due to hit the market in May 2017.
The company is also adding a Maple variety to its 24-ounce Greek Gods Greek-Style Yogurt line.

FIRST ALOE YOGURT DEBUTS IN U.S. (posted March 9, 2017)
Morinaga Nutritional Foods introduces Alove.
Alove is a kosher-certified yogurt snack that contains aloe, which is made via Morinaga’s proprietary process of removing fresh aloe from aloe plant leaves, the best and tastiest parts. This then gets mixed into creamy yogurt.
The product is made in the U.S. using locally sourced California milk.
The product does not contain high-fructose corn syrup, artificial flavors or gluten.
A good source of protein and calcium, Alove comes in Blueberry, Original Aloe and Strawberry flavors.
It is described as a thinner yogurt compared to conventional and Greek. 
A 6-ounce cup contains 170 calories, 4 grams of fat, 18 grams of sugar (15 are added added sugars) and 6 grams of protein.
The product gets a protein boost from whey protein isolate.
Morinaga Nutritional Foods is the U.S. arm of Japanese dairy giant Morinaga, which has been successfully selling aloe yogurt in Japan for years.
Consuming aloe is associated with internal healing, cleansing and repair. Some studies show an association with boosting immunity and heart health.
For more information, link HERE.

PROBIOTIC DRINKABLE YOGURT CONTAINS A FULL SERVING OF VEGETABLES (posted March 6, 2017)
Dreaming Cow Creamery, the maker of grass-fed and 100% pasture-raised cream-top yogurt, is introducing a new line of products.
LUSH is a nutrient-dense yogurt drink made from the same milk used for its yogurts and combined with fruits, one full serving of vegetables and more than 20 billion probiotics (Bifidobacterium-12), which have been clinically shown to promote immunity and digestive health.
LUSH is a full-fat yogurt drink that contains antioxidants, vitamins A and C, iron, calcium, potassium and B vitamins.
It comes in a square-round 12-ounce plastic bottle designed for merchandising in either the refrigerated produce section or the yogurt aisle.
The four varieties are:
Blueberry, Boysenberry, Purple Carrot & Beet
Lemon, Passionfruit, Carrot & Pumpkin
Peach, Ginger, Pumpkin & Carrot
Strawberry, Raspberry, Purple Carrot & Beet
A single bottle contains 230 to 250 calories, 9 to 11 grams of fat, 11 to 13 grams of protein and 15 to 23 grams of sugar, depending on variety.
LUSH is made with only natural ingredients, without any preservatives or stabilizers.
“We spent some time over the past few years in research and development to define and create a product that aligns with the tastes and attitudes of today’s health-conscious consumers. We found that most Americans are not getting enough fruit and vegetables a day, but they are more thoughtful than ever before about what they’re putting into their bodies. Flavor and convenience seem to be the biggest obstacles. Seeing a major void in the market, our vision and purpose behind LUSH is to bring a convenient and delicious ‘wellness on-the-go’ yogurt drink with noticeable nutritional increases that everyone can enjoy anytime,” says Kyle Wehner, co-founder and CEO. “It’s like a Farmer’s Market in a bottle.”
Dreaming Cow is the only national yogurt brand that exclusively sources its whole milk from its own family dairy farms, which have been focused on the humane treatment of cows and sustainable farming since 1993.
Dreaming Cow’s cows are not treated with artificial growth hormones.
Dreaming Cow is also the only national yogurt brand that has cows intensively graze fresh grass every day of the year creating a higher quality and healthier yogurt, according to the company.
“As Millennials become a bigger buying segment in the marketplace, they are demanding better nutrition from the foods they eat. They are driving companies to be more innovative and are challenging the status quo in nearly every category throughout the grocery store,” says Jason Therrien, national account director. “They also want to see complete transparency of how the food they eat is made, and who makes it. We strive for transparency by communicating our commitment to the humane treatment of cows and sustainable farming through our packaging, website and social media platforms, including impromptu live Facebook videos from the farm with Kyle Wehner, our CEO.”
Lush will be available at stores nationwide this summer.
For more information, link HERE.

VEGETABLE YOGURT FOR THE U.K. MARKET (posted March 1, 2017)
Waitrose introduces private-label yogurt made with fruits, veggies and botanicals.
The versatility of vegetables continues to be a hot topic as products including juices and even desserts have undergone a veggie makeover, according to Waitrose. This was the driver behind the retailer’s four new yogurt flavors, which include avocado, beetroot, butternut squash or carrot.
Another driver was sugar reduction. The retailer’s new yogurts contain significantly less sugar than the fruit-only yogurts.
Sold in 125-gram pots, the four varieties are:
Apple, Carrot, Beetroot and Ginger Yogurt, with 101 calories, 3 grams of fat and 12.3 grams of sugar
Carrot, Mango and Guarana Yogurt, with 101 calories, 3 grams of fat and 11.3 grams of sugar
Kiwi, Avocado and Matcha Tea Yogurt, with 114 calories, 4.3 grams of fat and 11.9 grams of sugar
Pineapple, Butternut Squash and Turmeric Yogurt, with 98 calories, 2.5 grams of fat and 11.4 grams of sugar
“Ingredients such as butternut squash and beetroot are not normally found in the yogurt aisle so we can’t wait to hear what our customers think,” says Melissa Spiro, Waitrose spokesperson. “Our aim when developing these yogurts was to use popular vegetables that are naturally beneficial to everyday health and wellbeing. Vegetable-based smoothies are now mainstream and we anticipate the trend for this type of yogurt to follow suit.”

SIDE-BY-SIDE WHOLE MILK GREEK YOGURT (posted February 23, 2017)
Chobani grows its recently introduced Flip Pure Whole Milk Greek yogurt line.
In November, the company debuted the line with Blueberry, Cherry, Pear & Honey, and Raspberry. It’s now adding Pineapple and Strawberry to the lineup.
The side-by-side 5.3-ounce containers have whole milk Greek yogurt in one compartment and lightly sweetened fruit in the other.
Each pack contains 140 calories, 5 grams of fat, 12 grams of sugar and 11 grams of protein.
Like with all Chobani products, the new line is made with only non-GMO ingredients.
For more information, link HERE.

HOW HIGH IN FAT CAN YOGURT GO? (posted February 13, 2017)
siggi’s introduces Triple Cream.
This new line of decadent Icelandic-style strained yogurt comes in 4-ounce single-serve cups.
Varieties are Lemon, Raspberry and Vanilla.
The 9% milkfat yogurt—yes, close to ice cream—contains 170 calories, 10 grams of fat, a mere 8 grams of sugar and 9 grams of protein per serving.
Ingredients are very simple. They are: pasteurized whole milk, pasteurized cream, cane sugar, fruit pectin, live active cultures, and either fruit or Madagascar bourbon vanilla.
For more information, link HERE.

NEW EXTRA-CREAMY REFRIGERATED YOGURTS (posted February 8, 2017)
Tillamook rolls out new whole milk yogurt line and revamps low-fat yogurt line.
Tillamook County Creamery Association, the 108-year-old farmer-owned cooperative from Oregon, introduces Farmstyle Whole Milk Greek Yogurt, Tillamook’s creamiest yogurt to date.
With increased consumer demand for whole milk yogurt options, Tillamook responded with a wholesome recipe with 4% milkfat and premium, innovative flavor combinations.
Like all of the Tillamook Greek yogurts, the Whole Milk line includes buttermilk cultures for a creamier, less tart taste.
Farmstyle Whole Milk Greek Yogurt comes in six flavors: Clover Honey, Meyer Lemon Pear, Mexican Vanilla, Northwest Blackberry, Raspberry Fig and Strawberry Black Currant.
The new line has a suggested retail price of $1.39 for each 5.3 ounce single-serve container.
In addition, Tillamook has revamped its Good & Creamy (previously Tillamook Low Fat Yogurt) line in response to consumer requests for an option with lower sugar content.
The updated Good & Creamy yogurt recipe now has 25% less sugar and 9 grams of protein (vs. 7 grams in the previous recipe).
In addition to the 14 existing flavors, Tillamook added two new Good & Creamy flavor offerings: Maple Vanilla and Oregon Hood River Pear.
Good & Creamy yogurts have a suggested retail price of 79 cents for each 6-ounce single-serve cup.
“As a farmer-led company, we believe people should feel connected to the food they eat, understand where it comes from and be proud to share that food with their families,” said Tillamook Category Manager Lara Gish. “That’s why we always look for ways to improve our offerings and never stop pushing to make the very best dairy products. With our two new product lines, we’re pleased to bring simple and delicious real food options to market.”
Both Tillamook Farmstyle Whole Milk Greek and Good & Creamy low-fat yogurts are made with premium ingredients and the highest-quality milk from cows not treated with artificial growth hormones.
Consistent with Tillamook’s high standards, the two yogurt lines are free of artificial flavors, artificial colors, artificial sweeteners, high fructose corn syrup and made with premium, traceable fruit.
For more information, link HERE.

CANADIANS GET THEIR FIRST WHOLE MILK YOGURT (posted February 2, 2017)
General Mills is rolling out Yoplait Whole Milk.
The product line is the first whole milk yogurt to be available nationally in Canada.
It’s positioned as an all-family yogurt with better taste from a thicker, creamier texture.
Marketing materials describe the yogurt as full of inherent goodness, good for kids, more satiety and less processed.
The 3.25% milkfat yogurt contains no gelatin, and no artificial colors, flavors or preservatives.
The product comes in single-serve 100-gram cups in nine flavors. They are: Blackberry, Blueberry, Cherry, Coconut, Mango, Peach, Raspberry, Strawberry and Vanilla.
For more information, link HERE.

WHOLE MILK DRINKABLE ICELANDIC YOGURT (posted January 25, 2017)
Siggi’s crafts a clean and simple drinkable yogurt.
The company is adding single-serve, whole milk, drinkable yogurt to its expanding portfolio. Crafted with only five simple ingredients, siggi’s whole milk drinkable yogurt is available in three flavors: Blueberry, Strawberry and Vanilla.
The new 8-ounce offering features a simple and all-natural ingredient list, 8 grams of protein and 10 billion probiotic cultures per serving.
Made with whole milk and real fruit, this Swedish-style filmjölk is a natural, drinkable yogurt created with convenience and nutrition in mind.
A staple of Sweden and other Nordic countries, filmjölk is a drinkable yogurt with a velvety-thick texture that is delicious on its own or poured over granola or fruit.
“From day one, it has been our mission to bring consumers better quality yogurt options with simple ingredients and not a lot of sugar,” says Siggi Hilmarsson, founder of siggi’s. “Knowing consumers are always looking for a healthy snack when they are on the go, it was a natural move for us to give them a single-serve, convenient and nourishing choice. We are excited to provide our fans with a new, great-tasting yogurt in a format that is easy to grab when they are going about their busy days.”
Siggi’s drinkable yogurts are made without any artificial preservatives, thickeners, sweeteners, flavors or colors.
The suggested retail price is $1.69.
For more information, link HERE.

YOGURT CRAFTED FOR HEALTH (posted January 19, 2017)
Cascade Fresh becomes Cascade Culture.
This coming week at the Winter Fancy Food Show, Washington State’s Wholesome Yogurt will roll out Cascade Culture-Yogurt Crafted for Health.
The product addresses all of the major trends around simple ingredients, dairy’s inherent healthfulness and sustainability.
The artisan product highlights the inclusion of probiotics, use of grass-fed milk and absence of refined sugar.
The new 6-ounce low-fat yogurt line comes in seven fruit-flavored varieties. They are: Blueberry, Cherry, Green Apple, Lemon, Mixed Berry, Peach and Strawberry.
The fruit preparation is sweetened only by fruit juice and is made with locally sourced fruit from Pacific Coast states.
The uniquely shaped package—a round square--has a transparent bottom to showcase the real fruit pieces.
All of these updates were made while keeping the original recipe and consistency of the original Cascade Fresh yogurt. Read more about the brand’s history HERE.
Visually, the new package showcases watercolor art, which reflects the artisanship and the company’s support for local artists and its giving-back mission.
The new package uses the new Nutrition Facts label, making the brand one of the first dairy products to market with the new format.
The labels show that each single-serve cup contains 140 calories, 2 grams of fat, 3 grams of added sugar from juice concentrate and 8 grams of protein.
The single-serve cups have a suggested retail price of $1.69. Larger cups are also available.
For more information, link HERE.

DESSERT-FLAVORED SIDE-BY-SIDE GREEK YOGURTS (posted January 16, 2017)
Chobani grows the Flip line.
As overall retail yogurt sales slow, Chobani reports that its side-by-side (yogurt and inclusions) Flip brand of yogurt is performing very well.
The company is rolling out three new dessert-flavored options this month, with the entire Flip line being supported with a new marketing campaign spanning TV, digital, social media and point of sale, according to reports.
The new flavors are:
Carrot Cake Creation, which is sweet carrot-flavored low-fat yogurt with a side of cinnamon-glazed cake pieces, walnuts and creamy white chocolate chunks. This flavor contains real carrots, pineapple and coconut to replicate the carrot cake flavor.
Cinnabun Fun, which is cinnamon-flavored low-fat yogurt with a side of pastry pieces, chewy caramels and cinnamon-roasted pecans.
S’more S’mores, which is sweet vanilla-flavored low-fat yogurt with a side of honey graham crackers and milk chocolate and toasted sugar bits.
As with all of Chobani’s products, the new flavors are made with “only natural non GMO ingredients.”
The new flavors contain 180 to 200 calories, 4.5 to 8 grams of fat, 17 to 19 grams of sugar and 11 to 12 grams of protein, depending on variety.

GLOBALLY INSPIRED WHOLE MILK YOGURT (posted January 11, 2017)
Noosa melds fruits with herbs to offer three new decadent yogurt flavors.
The three new whole milk yogurts comes in 8-ounce clear plastic tubs.
The tart and sweet flavors pair noosa’s velvety plain yogurt with juicy fruits and a hint of herbs and spices.
The varieties are:
Orange & Ginger: A subtly complex fusion of taste and smell that combines the flavors of tree-ripened oranges and freshly minced ginger.
Pear & Cardamom: Sweet, juicy Bartlett pears are plucked right from the grove, finely minced and slowly stewed with Indian cardamom.
Strawberry & Hibiscus: Plump ripe strawberries are gently muddled then infused with real hibiscus flowers for an exotic, aromatic treat.
A single tub contains 11 grams of fat and 12 grams of protein, along with 260 to 270 calories and 23 to 25 grams of sugar, depending on variety.
All noosa yogurt is made in small batches on a family farm in Bellvue, Colorado, with whole milk from happy cows (not treated with rBGH), according to the company.
For more information, link HERE.

CLEAN-LABEL ORGANIC NONFAT GREEK YOGURT (posted January 2, 2017)
Meijer grows private-label True Goodness line with Greek yogurt.
The new 5.3-ounce cup line comes in eight varieties. They are: Black Cherry, Blueberry, Lime, Mango, Plain, Raspberry, Strawberry and Vanilla.
The fruit varieties contain 120 calories, while Vanilla contains 110 and Plain 80.
The retail price is $1.29
In late 2015, the Grand Rapids, Michigan-based retailer combined its Meijer Naturals and Meijer Organics product lines to one True Goodness by Meijer brand. Over the course of 2016, the company introduced products in every department, some under the True Goodness by Meijer brand and others under the True Goodness by Meijer Organics brand.
All True Goodness by Meijer products are free from artificial flavors, colors and preservatives. For more information on the brand, including a list of all unacceptable ingredients, link HERE.

CLEAN-LABEL, DUAL-COMPARTMENT LOW-FAT GREEK YOGURT (posted December 26, 2016)
The Kroger Company expands its Simple Truth brand.
The new side-by-side Simple Truth low-fat Greek yogurts join the brand’s cup Greek yogurt.
Each 5.3-ounce dual-compartment container houses unsweetened 2% milkfat strained yogurt made with live and active cultures on one side and variegate on the other side for easy mixing in.
There are eight varieties. They are: Blueberry, Blueberry Pomegranate, Cherry, Honey, Key Lime, Peach, Raspberry and Strawberry.
Labels state the product is made in Canada.
Each single-serve cup contains, on average, 170 calories, 2.5 grams of fat, 20 grams of sugar and 11 grams of protein.
The Simple Truth and Simple Truth Organic brands are available throughout the Kroger network of supermarket chains. The brands are designed to provide affordable and delicious foods that represent the joy of eating closer to the way nature intended. The products come in clean, simple packaging and easy-to-understand ingredient statements and are free from 101+ artificial preservatives and ingredients.

A YOGURT AND COFFEE PARTNERSHIP IS FORMED (posted December 13, 2016)
General Mills introduces Liberte Nicaraguan Coffee Bean yogurt.
The company partnered with Intelligentsia to use its Organic Los Delirios coffee beans in this product.
The beans are directly sourced from the Canales’ family-owned farm, which made history by producing the first certified organic coffee to win first place in the Cup of Excellence event.
This is the first release of Liberte’s new Limited Batch program and will be available for approximately six months.
There are two new Limited Batch flavors coming in summer 2017.
The USDA-certified organic product is made with whole milk and cream, without the addition of any artificial colors, flavors or sweeteners, as well high fructose corn syrup.
The 5.5-ounce cup contains 220 calories, 11 grams of fat and 5 grams of protein.
The suggested retail price is $1.89.
For more information, link HERE.

PRIVATE-LABEL CREAM-ON-TOP YOGURT (posted December 8, 2016)
Loblaws Canada grow its President’s Choice yogurt range with new Cream on Top Yogurt, which is made with 100% Canadian milk.
Available in three indulgent flavors—Black Cherry, Coconut and Lemon—the new 6% milkfat line comes in 500-gram plastic tubs that have selective clear space to showcase the three layers inside.
Sweet is on the bottom. Yogurt in the middle. Cream on top.
A three-fourths cup (175 gram) serving contains 200 calories and 7 grams of protein. Fat content varies from 8 to 10 grams.
For more information, link HERE.

SNACK-SIZE GREEK YOGURT WITH TOPPING (posted November 16, 2016)
Gevina Farms introduces Greek-n-Crunch.
New York’s Gevina Farms, founded in 2014 and known for its kosher dairy products, introduces 4.5-ounce dome cups of Greek yogurt with topping.
There are six varieties, mostly geared towards children, but perfectly acceptable for parents to enjoy, too.
They are: Baked Apple Crisp, Choc Dipped Corn Flakes, Chocolate Cookie Crumble, Chocolate Pecan Crunch, Kraisin Granola Cluster and Rainbow Candy Dotz.
For more information, link HERE.

THE FLAVORS OF SPIRITS FIND THEIR WAY INTO REFRIGERATED YOGURT (posted October 31, 2016)
The Collective Dairy gets creative with new limited-edition offerings.
In the U.K., this artisan yogurt manufacturer is rolling out new Raspberry Trifle with Amaretto in 450-gram containers.
Each cup is packed full of fresh raspberries, cakey breadcrumbs and a cheeky splash of amaretto for a healthier yet indulgent dessert.
If amaretto isn’t one’s tipple, then consumers can treat themselves new Blackberries and Sloe Gin special edition, made with the finest British blackberries, according to the company.
Also, back by popular demand comes Rhubarb and Vanilla with a hint of Lemongrass.
These three flavors all come in The Collective’s signature 450-gram clear-plastic, multi-serving tub.
And, because sometimes it is hard to put down the spoon when enjoying the very decadent Russian Fudge variant, the company is now making it available in 150-gram clear-plastic, single-serve tubs to satisfy the sweet tooth.
The innovation does not stop there. The company has supersized its natural, unsweetened Straight Up and launched a 900-gram version.
For more information, link HERE.

BETTER-FOR-YOU KIDS YOGURT (posted October 27, 2016)
Valio introduces Play Yogurt to the Finnish market.
This new line of yogurt uses filtration technology to remove the lactose, making it easier on sensitive tummies.
The inclusion of the probiotic Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG further assists with digestive health.
The yogurt is also fortified with bone-building vitamin D.
The company claims the yogurt contains 40% less sugar than other kids’ yogurts, with each 100-gram serving containing 10 grams of sugar, 5.6 grams are added for sweetness while the other 4.4 grams are naturally occurring in the fruit.
There are four fruit varieties. They are: Banana, Pear, Raspberry and Strawberry.
The product is sold in four packs of 125-gram containers, which each contain 100 calories, 3 grams of fat and 4.5 grams of protein.
For more information, link HERE.

HIGH-PROTEIN YOGURT TARGETED TO MEN (posted October 19, 2016)
Poland’s Bakoma introduces Men Yogurt in drink and cup formats.
Attending SIAL? Check out the product in Hall 7 Booth B 193.
Poland’s agriculture industry is booming, and dairy is leading the way.
Bakoma now offers a drinkable and cup yogurt product targeted to men.
The masculine graphics are meant to encourage trial with men, who have historically not been large consumers of yogurt in Eastern Europe.
The Men line is a high-protein yogurt. The drinkable format is a 230 gram single-serve bottle, while the cup is 200 grams.
The drinkable comes in four flavors. They are: Forest Fruit, Mango, Natural and Strawberry.
The cup comes in three flavors: Apricot, Pear and Strawberry.
For more information, link HERE.

BETTER-FOR-YOU DUAL-COMPARTMENT KIDS YOGURT (posted October 13, 2016)
Müller UK & Ireland reduces the sugar in Kids Corner yogurt.
The company has reformulated its popular Kids Corner brand of yogurt by changing the recipe to include 50% less added sugar, reducing the total sugar content to 10% per 100 gram serving.
The reformulation addresses parents’ growing interest in lower-sugar products for their children.
In addition, the newly formulated products feature a promotion with iconic toy brand Hasbro, giving entrants the chance to win a Hasbro toy every single day until December 18, 2016, by simply entering a unique code located inside the outer wraps of promotional packs onto a dedicated website.
“We are very excited to launch our new reduced sugar Kids Corner range,” says Michael Inpong, marketing director at Müller. “At Müller we are committed to supporting reducing added sugar across our whole portfolio, and through our Müllerlicious products, programs and actions we will empower consumers to make healthy and balanced lifestyle choices.”
The line includes:
My Little Pony Friendship in Magic: Strawberry yogurt with pink and white ponies
Transformers Robots in Disguise: Vanilla-flavored yogurt with blue and yellow cereal balls
Toffee Hoops: Toffee-flavored yogurt with milk chocolate coated cereal hoops
Halloween: Vanilla-flavored yogurt with mini crunchy pumpkins
Merry Crunchmas: Vanilla-flavored yogurt with mini crunchy reindeers and red baubles
The yogurts are sold in four packs of 135-gram containers.
For more information, link HERE.

KIDS NUTRIENT-ENHANCED LOW-SUGAR PROBIOTIC YOGURT (posted October 11, 2016)
Anchor introduces New Zealand children to new Anchor Uno.
Anchor Uno is a gluten-free probiotic yogurt made with real fruit puree, which eliminate pulpy bits that many picky eaters find offensive.
The yogurt is specially formulated with iron, zinc, folate, and vitamins B6 and vitamin D, to help support immunity.
The yogurts are free of artificial colors, flavors and sweeteners and are said to be the lowest sugar kids yogurt in the market.
About 25% to 30% of the sugar in Uno is naturally occurring from the lactose in milk, and the remaining is added sugar from the fruit preparation.
A 100-gram serving contains 85 calories, 2.5 grams of fat, 4.5 grams of protein and 6 to 7 grams of sugar, depending on flavor.
Flavors are: Apricot, Mixed Berry, Passionfruit, Peach Mango, Strawberry and Vanilla.
The yogurts come in 100-gram pouches, as well as single-serve cups. There are six packs of 150-grams cups and 12 packs of 100-gram cups.
Bifidobacterium lactis is the probiotic in Anchor Uno. B. lactis is thought to have an important role in a healthy digestive system and help control the balance of “good and bad” bacteria in the gut.
Anchor Uno yogurt packaging states it’s a “Formulated Supplementary Food for Young Children,” which is an official name for a category of food under Australia New Zealand food regulations.
For more information, link HERE.

GREEK YOGURT GOES FROM FRIDGE TO FREEZER (posted October 3, 2016)
Danone debuts Greek Frozen in South Korea.
New Greek Frozen is sold in six packs of 90-gram containers in the refrigerator.
The product line, which comes in Strawberry and Vanilla flavors, can be consumed from the fridge or, after seven hours in the freezer, as a soft-serve frozen healthful dessert. This is possible through a unique combination of sweeteners and stabilizers.
Each single-serve cup contains 150 calories, 4 grams of fat and 3 grams of protein.
The product rolled out in July throughout South Korea and has a retail price that’s equivalent of about U.S. $3.75.

KEFIR IN A CUP (posted September 29, 2016)
Rye Fresh Inc., introduces Cupful Kefir.
This new low-fat kefir-style yogurt line comes in 5.3-ounce cups.
There are six varieties. They are: Blueberry, Madagascar Vanilla, Mango, Peach, Plain and Strawberry.
Each single-serve container of the fruited varieties contains 100 calories, 3 grams of fat, 7 grams of protein and 14 grams of sugar. Plain is only 90 calories and 10 grams of sugar.
The 99%-lactose free product is made from milk from grass-fed cows and says it is non-GMO.
It’s also gluten free and loaded with 12 live and active cultures, including probiotics.
For more information, link HERE.

GREEK GOES CHOCOLATE (posted September 20, 2016)
The Hain Celestial Group introduces Greek Gods Chocolate Greek-Style Yogurt.
The indulgent, whole milk yogurts all have a creamy, rich chocolate base, to which an extra layer of flavor gets added.
The three varieties are: Cherry, Mocha and Strawberry.
The new yogurts are available in 24-ounce tubs designed for sharing.
An 8-ounce serving contains 290 calories, 14 grams of fat, 9 grams of protein and 30 grams of sugar.
“Our customers have enjoyed our decadent, whole milk Greek-Style Yogurts for many years, and chocolate was a natural fit for our newest addition,” says Basel Nassar, chief operating officer of the Hain Refrigerated Foods Division. “Customer feedback has been extremely positive. The creamy, thick texture and rich taste of chocolate make these new flavors truly unique.”
For more information, link HERE.

INNOVATIVE DUTCH COMPANIES INTRODUCE CONVENIENCE DAIRY SNACK (posted September 15, 2016)
De Zuivelmakers and Fruity Pack (the co-packer) developed a new concept: Mr Spork’s yoghurt.
This unique snacking concept is based on the combination of fresh yoghurt made from sustainable dairy with fresh cut fruit and healthful toppings.
Each package contains a spoon/fork (= spork) for convenient on-the-go enjoyment.
The yogurt is produced by De Zuivelmakers (The Dairy Makers), made with fresh milk from the Green Heart region, which is famous for its high-quality dairy products.
Together with its own farmers, the company works on Sustainable Dairy Farming, a program setting goals for better cow health and a cleaner environment.
The fruit is specially selected from a Dutch producer. Therefor Mr. Spork’s contains fresh strawberries directly from the source, almost year round. Making use of short lead times in the chain of cultivation, production and logistics results in a guarantee of optimal freshness for this concept, according to the company.
There are four varieties. Strawberry, Blueberry, Pomegranate Seeds and Honey, along with Strawberry and Muesli will be available year round. The limited-edition summer offering was Pineapple, Kiwi and Coconut Flakes. For winter, there will be Apple, Grape, Orange and Walnut.
For more information, link HERE.

INDULGENT FRUIT-ON-BOTTOM GREEK YOGURT (posted August 22, 2016)
Vermont’s Ehrmann Commonwealth Dairy LLC introduces Green Mountain Creamery 2% Fat Greek yogurt.
The Greek yogurts are authentically strained and contain five live and active cultures.
The artisanal fruit-on-bottom 5.3-ounce yogurts come in three varieties.
They are: Chocolate Cherry (chocolate yogurt with cherry fruit), Coconut Pineapple (coconut yogurt with pineapple fruit) and Vanilla Blueberry (vanilla yogurt with blueberry fruit). Blueberry Cheesecake will be available soon.
At the beginning of summer, the company offered limited-batch Green Mountain Creamery 2% Greek Mint Chocolate Chip yogurt. Pumpkin Pie will roll out soon for autumn and Peppermint Bark with phase in for the winter months.
All Green Mountain Creamery yogurts contain no high fructose corn syrup, or artificial additives, colors, preservative or sweeteners.
For more information, link HERE.

FUNCTIONAL YOGURTS INCLUDE GRAINS AND FIBER (posted August 18, 2016)
Lithuania’s Vilkyškiai introduces Vilvi Functional Yoga Yogurts.
The 200-gram single-serve cups come in three autumn harvest-inspired flavors. They are: Apples & Oats; Quince, Pumpkin & Cereal; and Vanilla & Roasted Flax Seed.
A serving of this whole milk yogurt product contains 200 calories, 7 grams of fat, 6 grams of protein and 6 grams of fiber from the fruit, grains and addition of prebiotic fiber derived from chicory root inulin.
For more information, link HERE.

FRUITS, VEGETABLES AND YOGURT FOR BIG KIDS (posted August 11, 2016)
Arla launches Big Yogs in the U.K.
This fruit and vegetable yogurt is designed to help parents encourage young children to eat vegetables and has added vitamins and minerals to help support their growth and development.
The launch of the tasty and nutritious Big Yogs is another demonstration of Arla’s commitment to expand its presence in the yogurt category, following the success of Arla skyr and Arla Protein, which since launching in 2015 are up 165% and 200% respectively, in volume terms, according to the company.
Arla Big Yogs follows in the footsteps of Arla Big Milk, the fresh cows milk with added iron, vitamin D and vitamin A, which launched in April 2015, to provide parents with an easy and convenient way of giving their young children the vitamins and minerals they need.
Big Yogs were launched following extensive customer research. Independent research carried out by Arla in 2015 revealed that 95% of parents surveyed liked the fact that the product contained vegetables, as they can find it hard to feed their children vegetables in their usual format.
The new product is made from 3% fat milk yogurt, natural fruits and vegetables, and enriched with vitamin D and calcium.
Naturally sweetened with fruit juice concentrate, the product comes in four flavor combinations. They come in four packs containing two (110 gram) of each Raspberry & Beetroot and Sweet Potato & Mango; or Blueberry & Pumpkin and Strawberry & Carrot.
For more information, link HERE.

YOGURT SMOOTHIES FOR WEIGHT MAINTENANCE (posted August 4, 2016)
Borden’s LALA brand introduces two yogurt smoothie lines.
Healthies Curb is the first of the brand’s new Healthies line, which will focus on better-for-you varieties while still offering the great taste and convenience of LALA’s signature Yogurt Smoothies. LALA has plans to expand upon this launch with other healthful yogurt smoothie varieties in the coming year.
Healthies Curb combines grains and proteins for a nutritious beverage that fights hunger while on the go.
With 10 grams of protein, 8 grams of whole grains plus fiber in every drink, LALA Healthies Curb helps keep cravings at bay and sustain energy throughout the day.
The drink comes in three flavors--Orange Pineapple, Toasted Pecan and Wild Strawberry—and is sold in four-packs of 6.7-ounce bottles.
LALA 100 Calorie is a portion-controlled yogurt smoothie for those watching calories without sacrificing taste. While 100 calorie spoonable yogurts have been on the market and performing well for some time, consumers have not had the luxury of a portion controlled, on-the-go drinkable yogurt.
The smoothies come in Cherry Vanilla, Mountain Blueberry and Wild Strawberry flavors in four-packs of 7-ounce bottles.
All LALA Yogurt Smoothies contain no high fructose corn syrup, no artificial colors or flavors and are made with real fruit.
“LALA yogurt smoothies are loved by consumers for the taste, convenience and quality ingredients. We know that 59% of yogurt drinkers consume them as a meal, so we wanted to provide options for people who regularly eat on the run, but don’t want to sacrifice flavor or nutrition,” says Desiree Johnson, director of marketing at Borden Dairy. “We are continuously looking to provide our customers with added benefits and new LALA Healthies Curb and LALA 100 Calorie are a great way to do so.”
For more information, link HERE.

LIBERTE GOES WHOLE MILK ORGANIC (posted July 27, 2016)
General Mills ups its game in the premium yogurt category.
Under its Liberte brand, the company is rolling out eight varieties of whole milk yogurt, including one unflavored variety.
The Sweet Cream offering starts with pure, organic whole milk, sourced from a co-operative of family farms. It’s then lightly sweetened with organic cane sugar. A 5.5-ounce cup contains 190 calories, 13 grams of fat and 5 grams of protein.
The other seven flavorful offerings, made using the same local organic milk, come in an array of worldly flavors.
They are: Californian Pomegranate, Baja Strawberry, Ecuadorian Mango, French Lavender, Lemon, Philippine Coconut and Washington Black Cherry.
Each single-serve container, which is in clear plastic to showcase the layered ingredients, contains 210 to 220 calories, 11 to 13 grams of fat and 4 to 5 grams of protein.
For more information, link HERE.

THE YOGURT CASE HEATS UP (posted July 18, 2016)
Noosa introduces multiple sweet and spicy yogurt combinations.
The “sweet heat” combination is an emerging trend and noosa is one of the first to experiment with it in the refrigerated yogurt category.
There are six varieties rolling out to stores this month.
There are five flavors in 8-ounce cups. They are:
Bhakti Chai (limited batch), Blackberry Serrano (This flavor rolled out exclusively in noosa’s home state of Colorado in January. Now it’s available nationwide.), Mango Sweet Chili, Pineapple Jalapeno and Raspberry Habanero.
The sixth flavor--Mexican Chocolate--comes in four packs of 4-ounce cups. This flavor combines cinnamon, chocolate and a pinch of chili spice.
All noosa yogurt is made in small batches on a family farm in Bellvue, Colorado, with wholesome ingredients: all-natural whole milk from happy cows (not treated with rBGH), fresh fruit puree--made using the ripest, juiciest fruits--and infused with a touch of wildflower honey, according to the company.
For more information, link HERE.

POSITIVELY LOCAL YOGURT (posted July 14, 2016)
Five Acre Farms rolls out a range of Greek yogurt and traditional yogurt products.
The New York City-based company converts milk sourced from local farms that use sustainable practices.
All farms are 275 miles or less from farm to store.
The company identifies farmers and processors for full transparency to consumers.
The new 6-ounce Greek yogurts come in whole, 2% milk and fat-free formulations.
The new 6-ounce traditional yogurts only come in whole milk.
All varieties are available in three flavors: Honey, Maple and Plain.
For more information, link HERE.

BULGARIAN YOGURT IN DUAL-COMPARTMENT FORMAT (posted July 6, 2016)
Trimona Foods grows its Bulgarian yogurt line with side-by-side flavorful offerings.
Less than three years ago, Trimona Foods started producing Bulgarian yogurt in the U.S.
The original plain, non-strained whole milk product is made with milk from grass-fed cows not treated with artificial hormones or antibiotics. The yogurt is simply milk and cultures.
It comes in 6- and 32-ounce containers.
An 8-ounce serving contains 8 grams of fat, 6 grams of sugar and 8 grams of protein.
The tart yogurt is made with unique, active bacterial cultures, specifically Lactobacillus bulgaricus, which was discovered by a Bulgarian microbiologist in 1905. Special strains of this species are used to create Trimona’s distinctive tangy taste and homemade-yogurt aroma, according to the company.
The new 5.3-ounce dual compartment containers have the same whole milk yogurt on one side, with other side containing a lightly sweetened flavorful puree.
The four varieties are: Blueberry Lavender, Honey Ginger Cinnamon, Mango Passion Fruit and Raspberry Coconut.
One dual-compartment cup contains 4 grams of protein, along with 130 to 150 calories, 4.5 to 7 grams of fat and 12 to 16 grams of sugar, depending on variety.
For more information, link HERE.

AUTHENTIC SKYR DEBUTS IN U.S. MARKET (posted June 30, 2016)
Icelandic Provisions introduces skyr made with heirloom skyr cultures.
The company’s initial rollout includes five flavors. There’s the classic Plain and Vanilla, and three Nordic-derived varieties: Strawberry with Lingonberry, Blueberry with Bilberry, and Peach with Cloudberry. Coconut and Raspberry will be available in about a month.
An authentic product rooted in the Icelandic way of life, Icelandic Provisions is made with preserved and treasured heirloom skyr cultures, a proprietary ingredient that is centuries old.
Skyr is a nourishing dairy product made with unique cultures to produce its one-of-a-kind creamy texture and deliciously complex, mild taste.
Icelandic Provisions is protein rich. Each cup contains four times the amount of milk as a cup of yogurt.
Skyr has been Iceland’s signature food for nearly a thousand years dating back to the 9th Century when it’s believed that Vikings brought skyr on their journeys.
Each Icelandic Provisions package features a “fruit cairn” as a nod to its Icelandic heritage. Vikings used traditional cairns, man-made piles of stones, as navigational landmarks. And today, cairns are used throughout the country as trail markers.
Each 5.3-ounce cup contains 14 to 17 grams of protein, is naturally low in sugar and contains 1.5% fat.
The skyr is made with milk from a farmers’ co-op that feeds their cows a largely grass-filled diet and abstains from using artificial growth hormones.
Icelandic Provisions does not contain artificial preservatives, thickeners, sweeteners, flavors or colors.
The company was co-founded with MS Iceland Dairies, the oldest and largest dairy co-op in Iceland, made up of approximately 600 native farms and milk producers. A group of industry veterans were assembled for the U.S. development and management team.
“U.S. consumers are developing a palate for the thick, creamy taste of skyr,” says Einar Sigurðsson, chairman. “They value products with a high-protein content that aren’t packed with the sugar levels you find in the cultured dairy populating grocery shelves across the U.S. We are proud to launch Icelandic Provisions and expand the skyr category with a product that comes directly from the country that invented it and is made with ingredients that are native to the Nordic region.”
Icelandic Provisions is currently available in the North Atlantic, Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions, with plans to expand across the U.S. during the second half of 2016.
Each 5.3-ounce cup retails for $1.79 to $1.99.
For more information, link HERE.

A U.S. ORIGINAL: GREEK YOGURT “MADE BY GREEKS” WITH UPSTATE NEW YORK MILK (posted June 28, 2016)
Kourellas Dairy ships Greek fruit, authentic cultures, including probiotics, and even packaging to New York to make its new Organic Greek yogurt line.
Using the company’s traditional strained Greek yogurt recipe with origins in Grevena, Greece, Kourellas Dairy is entering the U.S. market with a small-batch, handcrafted Greek yogurt line that is made by real Greek dairy processors.
That’s right, every batch of this artisan yogurt is produced with a minimum of two Greek-passport-owner dairy processors. This allows the company to make the label claim: Made by Greeks.
Made with New York State milk, with everything else having Greek origins, the new line made its debut at the Summer Fancy Food show in six varieties. They are: Apple, Blueberry, Clementine, Kiwi, Orange and Strawberry.
The yogurts contain no added sweetener of any type. They are naturally sweetened by the premium fruit puree imported from Greece.
The low-fat organic blended yogurts have a simple ingredient statement: milk, cultures and fruit.
The suggested retail price is $2.50.
For more information, link HERE.

HISPANIC-INSPIRED DAIRY SMOOTHIES (posted June 15, 2016)
Raymundo’s grows its business beyond refrigerated dessert cups.
At the International Dairy-Deli-Bakery Association (IDDBA) last week in Houston, Texas, this Chicago-based company debuted Raymundo’s Lowfat Dairy Smoothies and Aloe Smoothies.
Made with yogurt, the 7-ounce refrigerated beverages come in four flavors: Guanabana, Mango, Mixed Berries and Strawberry.
The beverages are loaded with vitamins and minerals, made with real fruit and void of preservatives.
The beverages are co-packed for Raymundo’s by Noga Dairy Inc.
For more information, link HERE.

FUNCTIONAL DRINKABLE GREEK YOGURT (posted May 19, 2016)
Pillars Yogurt LLC introduces Pillars.
New Pillars drinkable Greek yogurt is described as a functional dairy beverage that fills a market gap between traditional cup Greek yogurt, smoothie products and other drinkable yogurts.
Simply, Pillars makes Greek yogurt more convenient, nutritious and delicious, according to the new company.
Gluten-free and kosher, Pillars comes in four varieties. They are: Mixed Berry, Plain, Strawberry & Banana, and Vanilla.
Each 12-ounce single-serve bottle contains 100 calories, no fat, 18 grams of protein, 5 grams of sugar and 3 grams of fiber.
There’s no added sugar. The product is only slightly sweetened with stevia.
Product claims include being made with milk from grass-fed cows, non-GMO, containing live and active probiotic cultures and containing prebiotic fiber.
The product is making its initial debut in select Whole Foods Markets within the month.
For more information, link HERE.

CHEF-INSPIRED--SWEET AND SAVORY--DUAL-COMPARTMENT YOGURT
Fage introduces Crossovers. (posted May 11, 2016)
New Fage Crossovers invite consumers to experience chef-level snacking with a variety of yogurt cuisines that are as distinct as they are delicious, according to the company.
The dual-compartment 150-gram containers have strained yogurt on one side and crunchy toppings on the other.
The eight varieties are: Caramel with Almonds, Carrot Ginger with Pistachios, Coconut Curry with Cashews, Coconut with Dark Chocolate, Honey with Walnuts, Maple Syrup with Granola, Olive Thyme with Almonds, and Tomato Basil with Almonds.
The 1.5% milkfat yogurts contain 190 to 230 calories, 5 to 12 grams of fat and 12 to 15 grams of protein, depending on variety.
For more information, link HERE.

GRASS-FED KEFIR IN CUP AND DRINK FORMATS (posted May 5, 2016)
Rye Fresh markets Cupful Kefir.
The 5.3-ounce cups come in Blueberry, Mango, Peach, Plain and Vanilla varieties. The suggested retail price is $1.49.
The 32-ounce multiple-serving bottles come in five varieties. They are: Blueberry, Strawberry, Vanilla, Low-Fat Plain and Nonfat Plains. The suggested retail price is $4.29.
All of the 99%-lactose free kefirs are made with 12 live and active pro¬biotic cultures, according to the company.
The all-natural, GMO-free kefirs are sweetened with a touch of organic cane sugar.
For more information, link HERE.

HIGH-PROTEIN, SHELF-STABLE YOGURT SMOOTHIE SHAKE. (posted April 27, 2016)
CytoSport grows the Muscle Milk brand.
New Muscle Milk Protein Smoothie Yogurt Shakes are made with Greek-style yogurt.
The shakes come in shelf-stable 16-ounce plastic bottles in four varieties: Blueberry, Mango Tangerine, Peach, and Strawberry Banana.
The single-serve bottle contains 260 calories, 4.5 grams of fat, 21 grams of sugar and 25 grams of protein.
The protein comes from the yogurt, milk protein concentrate and whey protein concentrate.
The product is heat treated after culturing, which means the cultures are no longer live and active.
It is sweetened with a combination of cane sugar, acesulfame potassium, sucralose and stevia extract.
In addition to the new product line, the brand’s core lineup of Muscle Milk ready-to-drink shakes now feature updated nutritional profiles and redesigned packaging.
These nutritional updates include simplified ingredient statements, the elimination of soy, reduced sugar and a 40% reduction in fat.
“Innovation is essential to our company and we are excited to roll out a new and improved look for our brand while also introducing some very compelling and unique new products within the health and nutrition category,” says Greg Longstreet, president and CEO of CytoSport Inc. “We recognize that everyone’s protein needs are different, and we must provide products that complement today’s lifestyles. Protein is fundamental to helping individuals live and perform better, and we are pleased that these new products will help consumers elevate everyday performance.”
For more information, link HERE.

YOGURT MADE WITH A2 MILK (posted April 14, 2016)
Snowville Creamery dishes up A2/A2 Yogurt.
The yogurts are made with milk from grass-grazed cows eating only non-GMO feed and forage. All of the cows have also been tested 100% for A2/A2 genetics.
A2/A2 refers to a variation of protein found in cows milk, which some research has shown to be easier to digest than the A1 milk that is predominantly produced by cows in the U.S.
“Consumers are hungry for better dairy products. At Snowville Creamery, we strive for continuous improvement, making more nourishing and delicious products,” says Warren Taylor, founder.
The Snowville Creamery A2/A2 yogurts are available in Full-Fat Plain, Low-Fat Plain, Low-Fat Vanilla, Low-Fat Gingamon, Full-Fat Lemon Ginger and Full-Fat Coffee-Cardamom.
The yogurts can be purchased at Whole Foods Markets throughout the Mid-Atlantic Region, as well as other retailers in the area.
Founded in 2007 by Warren and his wife, Victoria, Snowville Creamery connects sustainable Ohio family dairy farms with discerning milk and yogurt lovers. The Creamery has produced yogurt since 2012.
Warren, a sincere dairy evangelist, believes that A2/A2 herds will have a transformative effect on the dairy industry, with small processors, such as Snowville Creamery, leading the way. In fact, Snowville is working toward having all their milk, including their renowned chocolate milk, be A2/A2 as supply becomes available.
For more information, link HERE.

PROBIOTIC YOGURT SMOOTHIE BASED ON EAST AFRICAN RECIPE (posted April 7, 2016)
Acacia Tree introduces Ziwa.
The term ziwa is related to maziwa, a Swahili word for milk. The Swahili are people and culture found on the coast of East Africa, mainly the coastal regions and the islands of Kenya and Tanzania.
Ziwa yogurt smoothies are made from reduced-fat cows milk free from artificial growth hormone.
The probiotic cultured beverages are sweetened with sugar and void of artificial sweeteners and preservatives, with no added stabilizers or food colors.
The 12-ounce flavored offerings are made with real fruit puree and come in five varieties: Blueberry, Guava, Mango, Raspberry and Sweet Cherry.
A single bottle contains around 300 calories, 6 grams of fat and 11 grams of protein.
There’s also an original plain variety made with whole milk. The original was developed for the ethnic foods market, as it has a distinct sour, tangy taste that resembles camels milk, a staple among the Swahili.
The company first entered the U.S. dairy industry in 2012 with the introduction of Laban, a pourable cultured whole milk fortified with vitamins A and D.
The Middle Eastern-style beverage contains more than 165 billion live and active probiotic cultures.
It comes in 16-, 32- and 64-ounce containers, with the latter a foodservice item.
Currently Acacia Tree products can be found in the company’s home state of Minnesota, as well as Seattle and the greater Washington D.C. regions.
The product lines are poised for national distribution.
For more information, link HERE.

ORGANIC GREEK YOGURT DEBUTS FOR CENTENNIAL ANNIVERSARY (posted March 30, 2016)
Clover Stornetta Farms, a third-generation family owned and operated California dairy, is celebrating 100 years in the business of making delicious, nutritious, premium all-natural and organic dairy products.
In celebration of its centennial anniversary, Clover is introducing Organic Greek Yogurt, which is rich in protein and calcium and contains five live and active cultures.
The nonfat yogurt is authentically strained to create an extra smooth, creamy texture.
The new line’s flavors are fruit-forward, meaning organic fruit is second on the ingredient list behind Clover Organic Nonfat Milk.
By sourcing premium organic fruit and adding lots of it, Clover Organic Greek Yogurt fruit varieties are bursting with flavor, according to the company.
Fruited varieties come in 5.3-ounce single-serve containers in four flavor: Black Cherry, Blueberry, Peach and Strawberry.
There’s also Plain and Vanilla in 5.3-ounce cups and 32-ounce family size tubs.
“What sets us apart from other dairy producers is our innovative approach to the dairy business,” says Marcus Benedetti, president and CEO. “We were the first dairy processor to elevate milk from a commodity to a specialty food by establishing the North Coast Excellence Certified program, setting some of the most rigorous standards in the dairy industry which surpass those of the state and federal governments. We were the first dairy to become American Humane Certified, said no to the synthetic growth hormone rSBT, and made an early entrance to provide and support organic dairy products.”
As part of this standard of excellence, Clover cows are raised on small, local family-owned farms that follow sustainable agriculture practices and tend small herds on spacious ranches where the cows are well-treated and healthy.
For more information, link HERE.

NEW WHOLE MILK KEFIR FLAVORS AND PROBIOTIC SUPPLEMENTS (posted March 21, 2016)
With full-fat dairy making a comeback, Lifeway Foods Inc., adds four new whole milk flavors to its extensive portfolio of kefir products.
New Coconut & Cream, Lemon Meringue, Peaches & Cream and Strawberries & Cream join the existing Plain and Wildberries & Cream whole milk kefir varieties.
Lifeway’s Organic Whole Milk Kefir is designed for consumers who prefer the thicker, creamier texture as well as the reported health and weight benefits of full-fat dairy products.
Lifeway’s whole milk kefir products were inspired by research suggesting that full-fat dairy may be associated with a lower risk of obesity, in part because it may increase satiety and thereby decrease overall food and calorie intake. Researchers have also concluded that people who eat full-fat dairy are no more likely to develop heart disease or Type II diabetes than those who consume reduced-fat or non-fat versions, despite the long-time assumption that the higher fat content would contribute to those conditions. These studies are spurring a steady increase in sales of whole milk products.
“Whole milk was largely dismissed as a healthy eating option for many years, but now the pendulum seems to be swinging back in the full-fat direction,” says Lifeway Foods CEO Julie Smolyansky.
The company’s whole milk SKUs have the same 12 live and active probiotic cultures as Lifeway’s low-fat kefir products, along with 10 grams of protein, 8 grams of fat, and 160 to 190 calories per 8-ounce serving.
All are USDA Certified Organic, gluten free, 99% lactose free and come in 32-ounce bottles.
The company is also introducing its first probiotic supplements with Lifeway ProBugs Chewables for children and Lifeway Probiotic Pills for adults, leveraging its strong brand recognition in the probiotic market to provide new digestive health and immunity aids.
For more information, link HERE.

NEW DECADENT LOW-CALORIE MOUSSE PACKS IN A POWERFUL PROTEIN PUNCH (posted March 7, 2016)
Dannon introduces Light & Fit Greek Mousse.
With nonfat yogurt as its base, each 4-ounce cup packs in a whopping 9 grams of milk protein.
The aerated product comes in six varieties: Cherry Cheesecake, Coconut Cream, French Vanilla, Raspberry and White Chocolate, Salted Caramel and Strawberry Cheesecake.
Each single-serve cup contains a mere 80 calories, 0 grams of fat and 10 grams of sugar thanks to the use of acesulfame potassium and sucralose.
For more information, link HERE.

FIRST-OF-ITS-KIND: YOGURT SWEETENED SOLELY BY FRUIT (posted March 2, 2016)
WhiteWave Foods introduces Wallaby Organic Purely Unsweetened Whole Milk Greek Yogurt.
This dual-compartment product has unsweetened plain authentically strained whole milk yogurt on one side and unsweetened fruit prep in the other.
There are no added sweeteners of any kind.
Each 5.3-ounce cup contains 120 calories, 5 grams of fat, 10 grams of protein and a mere 4 to 5 grams of sugar (from the fruit and the lactose), depending on variety.
There are four varieties: Blueberries Mixed Berries, Peaches and Strawberries.
WhiteWave acquired Wallaby Yogurt Company in August 2015.
For more information, link HERE.

ORGANIC GRASSFED WHOLE MILK YOGURT (posted February 29, 2016—Leap Year Day!)
Stonyfield’s new trio of whole milk products includes a 100% grassfed line.
Stonyfield’s new product lines are aimed at providing customers more ways to enjoy the delicious flavor and nutritional richness of organic whole milk yogurt.
The 100% grassfed line comes in four varieties.
Single-serve 6-ounce cups contain either Blueberry, Strawberry or Vanilla, containing 130 to 140 calories, 6 grams of fat, 4 grams of protein and 13 to 15 grams of sugar, depending on variety.  
Plain and Vanilla come in 24-ounce multi-serve containers.
“During Stonyfield’s first years, plain, simple, whole-milk yogurt was all that we made. In the 90s, diet fads led consumers to fear fat,” says Ana Milicevic, brand manager from Stonyfield. “But that simply wasn’t the whole story. Since whole milk provides a wealth of benefits--and tastes great—we’re excited to satisfy an increased demand and return to our roots.”
Stonyfield’s new organic 100% Grassfed Whole Milk yogurt begins in the pasture, with milk from cows who graze exclusively on grass.
Stonyfield is proud to be sourcing its organic 100% grassfed whole milk from Maple Hill Creamery, another company passionate about producing milk in a way that is good for the planet, good for the cows and good for people.
Maple Hill Creamery cows are 100% grassfed, meaning they eat all grass, all the time (no grain, no corn) throughout the year (even in winter!) to produce whole milk with a rich, unique taste. In collaboration, Stonyfield and Maple Hill Creamery seek to make organic 100% grassfed yogurt accessible on a national level to more people than ever before.
To help consumers identify 100% grassfed vs. other varieties of grassfed (supplemented with corn or grain), Stonyfield has achieved independent Pennsylvania Certified Organic accreditation, noted right on the label of every yogurt cup.
Stonyfield Organic 100% Grassfed Whole Milk Yogurt is currently available throughout the U.S. at Whole Foods Markets.
For more information, link HERE.

HIGH-FIBER PROBIOTIC DRINKABLE YOGURT (posted February 25, 2016)
Dairy Innovations introduces Fruzinga.
Fruzinga is fat-free probiotic drinkable yogurt containing prebiotic fiber.
A 7-ounce single-serve bottle of the flavored varieties contains 90 calories, 7 grams of protein, 8 grams of fiber, 10 grams of sugar and 7 grams of sugar alcohols.
The product is sweetened with erythritol and stevia leaf extract.
The drink gets a protein boost from milk protein concentrate.
The five flavored varieties are: Black Cherry, Coconut Banana, Honey Vanilla, Peach and Strawberry.They contain no artifical colors or flavors.
The flavored varieties, along with Plain, also come in a multi-serve 32-ounce bottle.
For more information, link HERE.

GREEK YOGURT GETS DECADENT CRUNCH (posted February 15, 2016)
Dannon’s Oikos Greek yogurt now comes with a dome of premium inclusions.
Oikos Crunch comes in four varieties. They are:
Banana Peanut Butter Crunch—Banana cream-flavored yogurt with graham crackers, dark chocolate and peanut butter chips.
Coconut Chocolate Crunch—Toasted coconut vanilla-flavored yogurt with graham crackers, dark chocolate and almonds.
Key Lime Crumble—Key lime-flavored yogurt with graham crackers and white chocolate.
Vanilla Almond—Vanilla-flavored yogurt with almonds.
Each 5.3-ounce cup contains 170 to 180 calories, 3.5 to 7 grams of fat and 11 to 13 grams of protein.

GRANOLA GREEK YOGURT PARFAITS…ONE IS GLUTEN FREE (posted January 25, 2016)
Tillamook has partnered with Bob’s Red Mill to launch six varieties of Tillamook Farmstyle Greek Yogurt Parfaits.
The parfaits are made with 0% fat yogurt made from milk from cows not treated with artificial growth hormone and either containing fruit or flavored with vanilla.
Crunchy Bob’s Red Mill whole grain Oat Granola, including one gluten-free variety, is in the attached dome.
The varieties are:
Oregon Strawberry with Gluten Free Honey Oat Granola
Washington Raspberry with Honey Oat Granola
Oregon Blueberry with Honey Almond Granola
Oregon Marionberry with Honey Oat Granola
Old Fashioned Vanilla with Crunchy Coconut Granola
Oregon Dark Cherry with Honey Almond Granola
“We’re so excited to partner with our Oregon neighbor Bob’s Red Mill, a purpose-driven company that shares our philosophies about real food,” says Joe Prewett, director of product management and innovation at Tillamook. “It just makes sense to marry our products to create one convenient breakfast for our customers that contains high-quality, natural ingredients with more protein and whole grains.”
Tillamook Farmstyle Greek Yogurt Parfaits are made with no artificial colors, flavors or sweeteners.
Each 5.3-ounce container has a suggested retail price of $1.50.
The parfaits are available in select markets in Arizona, Colorado, Northern California and the Pacific Northwest.
For more information, link HERE.

AUSSIE-STYLE YOGURT GROWS WITH HOT AND EXOTIC FRUIT FLAVORS (posted January 20, 2016)
To kick off 2016, noosa yoghurt introduces new flavors to its lineup, as well as new sizes of established favorites.
Three new flavors--Key Lime, Salted Caramel and limited-batch Blood Orange—are rolling out across the U.S. this month.
In addition, new flavor Blackberry Serrano (blackberries and serrano chilies) is available only in noosa’s home state of Colorado.
Blood Orange, Blackberry Serrano and Key Lime come in the brand’s signature clear-plastic 8-ounce tub and have a suggested retail price of $2.49.
The company is also introducing new sizes of established flavor favorites. Raspberry, Strawberry Rhubarb and Vanilla are now all available in four packs of 4-ounce cups, which have a suggested retail price of $4.99. This is also the size in which Salted Caramel is making its debut.
Noosa, an Aussie-style yogurt, is made using whole milk.
The yogurts are lightly sweetened with golden Clover Alfalfa honey.
For more information, link HERE.

YOGURT FOR YOUNGSTERS (posted January 11, 2016)
General Mills introduces Annie’s Organic Whole Milk Yogurt.
Sold in four-packs of 4-ounce cups, the yogurt comes in three varieties: Berry Patch, Summer Strawberry and Very Vanilla.
The probiotic yogurt is described as being sweetened with organic fruit and a touch of cane sugar.
Each 4-ounce cup contains 100 calories, 3 grams of fat, 12 grams of sugar and 4 grams of protein.
In September 2014, General Mills acquired Annie’s Inc., a company founded in 1989 with the same mission it has today: To cultivate a healthier, happier world by spreading goodness through nourishing foods, honest words and conduct that is considerate and forever kind to the planet.
For more information, link HERE.

HEAT MEETS SWEET IN THE YOGURT AISLE (posted January 6, 2016)
Chobani is on trend for 2016 by adding hot peppers to its Flip line.
Flip, the side-by-side yogurt designed for “flipping” flavorful inclusions into yogurt, has been very successful for Chobani this past year.
The Greek yogurt leader is heating up the Flip platform with four new offerings: Chipotle Pineapple, Sriracha Mango, Peanut Butter & Jelly, and limited-batch Peppermint Perfection.
The suggested retail price for a 5.3-ounce Flip container is $1.49.
Other 2016 additions include:
In the “mainstream” line: 16-ounce containers of 0% fat Plain, Whole Milk Honey and Whole Milk Vanilla; and 5.3-ounce containers of Raspberry (in a four-pack) and individual containers of limited-batch Apple Cinnamon and limited-batch Maple. The suggested retail prices are $3.29, $3.99 and $1.39, respectively.
In the Simply 100 line, there are five new flavors: Blueberry Cookie Crumble, Mango Cone Crisp, Mixed Red Berry Blended, Strawberry Banana Blended and Strawberry Chocolate Truffle.
The suggested retail price for each 5.3-ounce container is $1.39.
For kids, there’s a new four-pack of 3.5-ounce pouches: Tots Apple.
For more information, link HERE.
To view a slideshow of all the new Chobani products, link HERE.

ORGANIC SKYR COMES WITH CONVENIENT SPOON IN THE LID (posted December 28, 2015)
Løgismose markets on-the-go skyr in Denmark and Sweden.
This Icelandic-style yogurt is made with low-fat milk and has the consistency of strained yogurt.
High in protein, Løgismose Organic Skyr comes in three flavor combinations: Black Currant & Beetroot; Mango, Passion Fruit & Ginger; and Pear, Quince and Vanilla.
The skyr comes in a package with a spoon that’s integrated in the lid and placed under a self-adhesive peel-off label.

OATMEAL MEETS GREEK YOGURT (posted December 21, 2015)
General Mills plans to roll out Yoplait Plenti Oatmeal Greek yogurt in the New Year.
The new 5.5-ounce oval-shaped (very novel for the yogurt category!) bowls blend nonfat Greek yogurt with oatmeal and fruits and natural flavors, joining the original Yoplait Plenti Greek yogurt line that debuted in June 2015, which includes whole grain oats, flax and pumpkin seeds. For more information, link HERE.
Each serving of the new oatmeal line provides 170 to 180 calories, depending on variety, as well as 2 grams of fat, 2 grams of fiber, 12 grams of sugar and 11 grams of protein.
The six varieties are: Apple Cinnamon, Blueberry, Maple Brown Sugar, Peach, Strawberry and Vanilla.
The protein comes from the cultured nonfat milk, while the fat and fiber comes from the oats.
The line boasts the fact that it contains no artificial colors, flavors and sweeteners.

INDULGENT LAYERED YOGURT GROWS WITH LIMITED-EDITION FLAVOR (posted December 15, 2015)
Stonyfield introduces Oh My Yog! New England Maple flavor.
The new limited-edition flavor is debuting just in time for National Maple Syrup Day on December 17 and will remain in distribution until March 2016.
Made from organic whole milk and featuring maple syrup sourced from New Englanders who have a passion for making organic syrup, Oh My Yog! New England Maple is an everyday indulgence consumers can feel good about choosing, according to the company.
Stonyfield’s Oh My Yog! line is known for its unique three-layer format. This variety is maple syrup on the bottom, honey-infused yogurt in the middle and a decadent layer of cream on top.
“Oh My Yog! has been a big hit with consumers since we introduced the product earlier this year,” says Lizzie Conover, brand manager. “It’s the perfect blend of rich, satisfying flavors and wholesome organic whole milk. With the limited-edition New England Maple flavor, we are thrilled to celebrate seasonal ingredients found right here in our own backyard in New England.”
Each 6-ounce container contains 180 calories, 5 grams of fat and 7 grams of protein.
Easy to recognize in the yogurt aisle thanks to its colorfully striped packaging that was inspired by the three layers inside, the new limited-edition flavor joins five other decadent varieties: Apple Cinnamon, Gingered Pear, Madagascar Vanilla Bean, Pacific Coast Strawberry and Wild Quebec Blueberry.
For more information, link HERE.

ICELANDIC YOGURT FATTENS UP (posted December 1, 2015)
Smari Organic Icelandic Yogurt led the whole milk yogurt trend at the beginning of this year when the company introduced the first Whole Milk Organic Icelandic Yogurt to the U.S. market.
The original offerings--Pure and Vanilla—are now joined by four new variants: Black Cherry Chia, Key Lime, New Orleans Coffee and Pineapple.
Consumers have been moving away from low-fat only diets and asking for more full-fat dairy options.
Although Icelandic yogurt has been traditionally made to be fat free, Smári is opting to give consumers what they want.
Smári’s whole milk Icelandic yogurt is thicker, creamier, more satisfying and may help you feel full sooner and stay full longer, according to the company.
Smári is the signature thykk yogurt (skyr) of Iceland since the 9th century that kept the Vikings strong through long dark winters.
Founder Smári Ásmundsson learned the secrets of skyr-making from an 82-year-old dairyman from Egilsstaðir, who advised, “Get the best milk. Skim the fat. Add live cultures. Let it set. Strain the liquid. When it looks really thykk, strain even more.”
It is thick. It takes four cups of milk to make one cup of Smari yogurt.
Made with milk from organic, grass-fed, pastured Jersey and Guernsey cows, raised on small family farms, Smari is the only certified-organic Icelandic yogurt available in the U.S.
For more information, link HERE.

CANADIANS EMBRACE CONCENTRATED YOGURT; AVAILABLE FOR PRIVATE LABEL IN U.S. (posted November 18, 2015)
Ontario, Canada’s Shepherd Gourmet Dairy uses modern technology to product skyr.
According to the company’s website, the Icelandic-style yogurt known as skyr was traditionally manufactured by fermenting skim milk and then transferring it into cloth bags for draining off the whey. The curd or skyr is drained until the desired solids content has been reached.
Present day technology involves a centrifugal process that separates the whey from the curd to reach the desired solids content, according to the website. A microbial enzyme is added to give the product a heavier body and the desired texture. It’s a very efficient process, as the solids are the skyr and the whey is sold to hog farms where it supplies them with sugar, protein and other solids to supplement feed.
Less than a year ago, Shepherd Gourmet Dairy introduced the first and still only skyr Icelandic-style yogurt to the Canadian marketplace.
“It quickly developed a cult-like following,” said Emily Wight, sales manager.
Because of its success, the company decided to make it available for private label, along with its Greek and sheep’s milk yogurt.
Shepherd Gourmet currently produces three varieties—plain, strawberry and vanilla—of skyr under its namesake brand.
It comes in 500-gram plastic tubs with a 175-gram serving providing 20 grams of protein.
For more information, link HERE.
To read an article in Food Business News on similar ethnic-style yogurts, link HERE.

DRINKABLE YOGURT BRAND GROWS WITH ETHNIC-CENTRIC FOCUSED FLAVORS (posted November 17, 2015)
Colombia’s Alpina Productos Alimenticios grows its U.S. platform with new Hispanic dairy foods.
One of the many innovations that the company showcased at the Private Label Manufacturers Association’s annual trade show, held Nov. 15-17 in Rosemont, Ill., was a line of drinkable yogurt smoothies.
With U.S. headquarters in Doral, Fla., the company plans to grow its brand with products designed for U.S. Hispanics as well as adventurous Millennials seeking ethnic flavor sensations.
The low-fat drinkable yogurt line now includes Guanabana, Guava and Plain, joining Mango, Peach, Strawberry, Strawberry Banana and Vanilla.
The drinks come in 7-fluid-ounce plastic bottles and are sold in the refrigerated beverage and dairy case.
A serving contains 120 to 130 calories, depending on flavor, as well as delivers 7 grams of protein.

PREMIUM CULTURED DAIRY PACKAGED IN GLASS JARS (posted November 9, 2015)
Riviera introduces Petite Pot culinary products.
This Quebec, Canada-artisan dairy invites consumers to discover how little clear glass jars can pack a lot of taste with the launch of Petit Pot, a new line of yogurts and culinary products inspired by French cuisine.
Available in grocery stores across Canada, the new products combine the savoir-faire of Laiterie Chalifoux, producer of the brand Riviera, and current culinary trends.
With four generations of experience, Laiterie Chalifoux is one of Quebec’s great entrepreneurial successes. Under the Riviera brand, it established itself as a dairy trend setter, launching innovative products, and demonstrating a focus on craftsmanship, from the choice of ingredients to the fine details of the packaging.
The Petit Pot product line includes three varieties of yogurts--or yogourts, in French—as well as a crème fraiche, a sour cream and three cultured butters, all presented in the new Petit Pot, made of glass.
The jars are 100% recyclable and reusable.
Petit Pot harkens back to the old-fashioned glass bottles used for dairy products but is inspired by current products popular in Europe.
The three varieties of yogurt all come in four packs of 120 gram jars. The varieties are:
Set-style Yogourt with probiotics. This 2% milkfat yogurt has a thick, creamy texture and comes in Coconut, Lemon, Plain and Vanilla varieties.
Organic Yogourt with probiotics. This 2% milkfat yogurt has a rich, creamy texture with real fruit pieces at the bottom and comes in four-European inspired flavors: Apricot, Fig, Nuts and Rhubarb.
Goat Milk Yogourt. This set-style yogurt with 9% milkfat is made with ultra-filtered skim goat milk and comes in two varieties: vanilla yogurt or plain with strawberry coulis.
The Petite Pot line also includes:
Crème fraiche with 35% milkfat comes in a two-pack of 120-milliliter jars.
Sour Cream with 14% milkfat comes in a two-pack of 120-milliliter jars.
Cultured Butter comes in unsalted or slightly seasoned with sea salt crystals varieties. The butter is packed in 125-gram ramekins.
Goat Milk Butter comes in small 125-gram ramekins
For more information, link HERE.

PREMIUM WHOLE MILK ORGANIC YOGURT IN UNIQUE FLAVORS (posted November 3, 2015)
Springfield Creamery introduces Nancy’s Sweet Cream Organic Yogurt.
Sold in-8-ounce flat tubs with opaque see thru cups, the honey-sweetened yogurt comes in five varieties: Blackberry & Plum, Blueberry & Pomegranate, Cherry & Lime, Honey and Strawberry & Lemon.
Lids tout the inclusion of probiotic cultures, with side panels specifying Chr. Hansen’s proprietary BB-12 (Bifidobacterium lactis) and LA-5 (lactobacillus acidophilus) strains.
A single-cup serving contains about 250 calories, 10 grams of fat and 9 grams of protein.
For more information, link HERE.

DRINKABLE YOGURT GETS CAFFEINATED (posted October 26, 2015)
Powerful Yogurt rolls out a natural energy-enhanced drinkable yogurt and a few other noteworthy innovations.
The Miami-based innovator is rolling out Powerful Yogurt Mocha Double Espresso protein drink.
This Greek-yogurt based beverage was developed in response to consumer demand for an all-natural protein drink that offers an all-natural energy enhancement component.
Made with 100% Colombian coffee, a single-serve 12-ounce bottle contains 170 calories, 4 grams of fat and 135 milligrams of caffeine, which is the caffeine equivalent of two shots of espresso.
The company is also adding an all-natural coconut flavor to its high-protein Powerful Yogurt Drink lineup.  
Both new products contain 20 grams of natural protein thanks to the drinks’ signature Greek yogurt base.
Mocha Double Espresso and Coconut join existing Powerful Yogurt Drink flavors: Chocolate, Blueberry Açai and Vanilla Maple.
An impressive endeavor by the company is taking place this month: Project Pink. For Breast  Cancer  Awareness  Month (October), the company featured  a  special  pink  cup  for  its  strawberry Greek yogurts.
The effort recognizes Powerful Yogurt Founder and CEO Carlos Ramirez’ mother, Berenice Zavarce, who is currently fighting breast cancer.
“Project Pink is a deeply personal effort for me and for many of us at Powerful Yogurt,” says Ramirez. “For me, seeing my mother’s courage and grace in the face of breast cancer is a daily reminder of the thousands of women just like her who are giving their all to beat this disease. My sincere hope is that with every pink cup we have on the shelf, we not only contribute to an eventual but that we also provide encouragement to everyone affected by breast cancer.”
(I’m praying for you, Ms. Zavarce, and all others facing this disease. I lost my mother to breast cancer more than 30 years ago, when I was 15. Together, we can beat this…hopefully sooner than later.)
For more information on Powerful Yogurt, link HERE.

THREE-LAYER PREMIUM YOGURT (posted October 12, 2015)
Bauer introduces indulgent yogurt with decadent ingredients.
According to this German dairy, the demand for premium and indulgent dairy foods continues to grow, which was the inspiration behind new Bauer Premium.
Described as a little luxury, this indulgent layered (5% milkfat) yogurt comes in four combinations:
Panna cotta-flavored yogurt on top of a strawberry-vanilla layer. The dome cup contains chocolate covered crunchy flakes.
Stracciatella-flavored yogurt on top of a cherry layer. The dome cup contains chocolate curls.
Caramel-mocha flavored-yogurt on top of a layer of caramel. The dome cup contains cappuccino-flavored crunchy balls.
Madagascar vanilla-flavored yogurt on top of a raspberry layer. The dome cup contains amaretto-flavored crunchy balls.
The 125-gram (including topping) single-serve containers are adorned with “noble” graphics to communicate the product’s premium positioning.
The yogurts made their debut at Anuga, which is taking place this week in Cologne, Germany.
They will hit store shelves in January 2016. 

LEFTOVER YOGURT (posted October 7, 2015)
U.K.-based Yeo Valley Farms offers an innovative yogurt variant that cuts down on the dairy’s waste.
What began as an April Fool’s joke has turned into a limited-edition yogurt produced on an as-needed basis…that is, as the dairy needs to use up ingredient inventory.
Called Left-Yeovers, the company develops flavors using ingredient leftovers that would otherwise be discarded.
The most recent offering combines unused carrot juice, orange juice and figs from the manufacturer’s freezers.
The Left-Yeovers concept was initially dreamt up by a worker at the dairy company for a joke, but was adopted for a limited-edition production run in a bid to cut down on food waste, according to a Yeo Valley spokeswoman, as reported by The Grocer.
“With more than 4.2 million tons of food wasted by U.K. households each year, our aim is to show what amazing recipes you can make when you get creative with leftovers,” she was quoted.
The company also recently introduced Limited-Edition Papaya and Lime yogurt, which blends organic red papayas grown in southwest India with a touch of lime juice in whole milk yogurt.
For more information, link HERE.

SAVORY YOGURT WITH PUFFED LENTIL INCLUSIONS (posted September 23, 2015)
The Chaat Company makes its debut at Expo East.
The new company’s innovative product concept is based on the “street food” of India, which is the translation of chaat.
Co-founders Shiraz Noor, the culinary expert, and Anshu Dua, the business developer, wanted to introduce Americans to savory yogurt salad blends frequently sold from vendors on the streets of India and consumed as snacks throughout the day.
The two business partners developed Savory Yogurt Snack in four varieties: Cucumber Mint, Ginger, Mango Chili and Tamarind Date.
The 5.3-ounce cups are basically inverted layered salads that consumers mix up for a hearty combination.
The bottom layer combines fruits, vegetables, herbs, spices and sea salts. This is visible through the clear-bottom serving container.
This gets topped with whole milk probiotic yogurt made from New York grass-fed cows.
The cup has a separate dome container of crunchy, spiced lentil puffs that the two co-founders developed. The puffs are made from only four simple ingredients: lentil flour, sea salt, cumin and turmeric.   
This product embraces the “mostly plant-based” dietary recommendations, which are neither vegan not vegetarian. It’s all about combining high-quality, complete dairy protein with sustainable plant proteins.
Each single-serve container delivers 6 grams of protein from milk and lentils.
A serving contains 100 to 140 calories, 4 to 4.5 grams of fat and 6 to 13 grams of sugar (no added sugar), depending on variety.  
Savory Yogurt Snack will be available this fall in the New York region, in both specialty and mainstream retail channels, as well as fast-casual foodservice concepts.
For more information, link HERE.

LIGHT GREEK YOGURT GETS LAYERED WITH CHOCOLATE (posted September 7, 2015)
The Dannon Company shows consumers, again, that chocolate goes great with Greek yogurt.
Almost a year ago, Dannon introduced Oikos Chocolate On Top and Oikos Caramel On Top Greek yogurts.
Read more about them HERE.
Now, the company is taking the chocolate indulgence feature and adding it to the Light & Fit Greek line.
New Dannon Light & Fit Chocolate on Top comes in 5-ounce cups, with each portion providing 100 calories and 11 grams of protein.
The nonfat Greek yogurt, which comes in Banana, Cherry, Strawberry and Vanilla flavors, is topped with a dollop of smooth, creamy chocolate sauce.
For more information, link HERE.

PEANUT BUTTER & JELLY FINDS ITS WAY INTO GREEK YOGURT (posted September 3, 2015)
Trader Joe’s introduces first-of-its-kind yogurt flavor.
Just in time for back-to-school, the private-label retailer introduces Peanut Butter & Jelly with Nonfat Greek Yogurt.
The ingredient legend lists pasteurized skim milk as the first ingredient, followed by a peanut butter and strawberry jelly base.
The blended yogurt does not show any identifiable peanuts or peanut butter. There are a few strawberry seeds dispersed throughout the tannish-colored yogurt.
A 5.3-ounce bowl contains 170 calories, 6 grams of fat (from the peanut butter) and 14 grams of both sugar and protein.

GREEK YOGURT GETS “SUPERIZED” WITH GRAINS AND SEEDS (posted August 31, 2015)
Stonyfield introduces Super Grains and Super Seeds.
The new organic yogurt lines each have three variants.
Super Grains comes in Maple, Strawberry and Vanilla flavors.
The maple variant contains real organic maple syrup, while vanilla is naturally flavored. Strawberry comes loaded with the namesake fruit.
Each combines nonfat Greek yogurt with buckwheat and quinoa.
Super Seeds comes in Blueberry, Coconut and Orange-Cranberry.
The coconut variant is naturally flavored, whereas the others contain real organic fruit.
Each combines nonfat Greek yogurt with softened flax seed.
All six offerings come in 5.3-ounce bowls, where the bottom is clear, so that consumers can see what’s inside.
A single-bowl serving contains 140 to 150 calories and 17 to 20 grams of sugar, depending on variety.
Each also contains almost no fat, just under a gram of fiber and 13 grams of protein—from both dairy and plant sources.
The product line is currently exclusive to Target and part of the retail giant’s “made to matter—handpicked by Target” brand.
For more information about Target’s program, link HERE.
For more information on the product line, link HERE.
To read more about innovative yogurt concepts, link HERE.

PRIVATE-LABEL AUSSIE-STYLE YOGURT ENTERS U.S. MARKET (posted August 24, 2015)
Aldi introduces new high-protein yogurt concept.
The private-label retailer now offers Friendly Farms brand 8-ounce squat clear-plastic containers of Aussie-style yogurt.
Lid labels describe the yogurt as: Gourmet, Tangy, Sweet.
Each container provides 280 or 290 calories, 10 or 11 grams of fat and 14 grams of protein.
Initial flavors are: Blueberry and Strawberry Rhubarb.
The clear cups showcase the large amounts of real fruit included in the yogurt.
The gluten-free yogurts contain seven cultures, including probiotics.

GRASS-FED WHOLE MILK YOGURT (posted August 20, 2015)
Sierra Nevada Cheese Co., introduces Graziers Yogurt, which is made with milk from local grass-fed cows.
The non-homogenized whole milk yogurts feature organic fruit and all clean ingredients. The company’s philosophy of minimal processing allows for a delicious layer of cream to form on the top
of every cup, according to the company.
The 6-ounce single-serve cups come in four varieties—Blueberry, Plain, Strawberry and Vanilla—all containing 120 calories and 6 grams of both fat and protein.
Plain and Vanilla also come in multi-serve family-size 24-ounce tubs.
Graziers Yogurts contain good-for-you omega-3 fatty acids and conjugated linoleic acid as a result of using milk only from Certified Graziers Cows who live on pasture year round.
For more information, link HERE.

OLIVE OIL-BASED FLAVORS GROW NEW SAVORY YOGURT LINE (posted August 13, 2015)
Sohha Savory Yogurt expands its labneh-style yogurts with new flavors.
Since its debut in May 2013, Sohha Yogurt has become known in the New York metro area as the one-of-a-kind savory yogurt made from just three simple ingredients: locally sourced milk, probiotic cultures and sea salt.
Developed by the husband and wife team of John and Angela Fout when their daughter was six months old and they were dissatisfied with the too-sweet yogurt options in the marketplace, Sohha Yogurt made its debut in two varieties: Original and Tangy.
The company initially sold its products direct to consumers at farmers markets and at its flagship booth at Chelsea Market. This direct-to-consumer model allowed Sohha to serve its yogurt with toppings or as a main ingredient in a number of innovative Mediterranean dishes.
These combinations inspired the company to roll out two flavored options--Everything Bagel and Za’atar & Sumac—at this year’s Summer Fancy Food Show.
The new flavors combine seeds, pine nuts and spices with extra virgin olive oil, for a unique, flavorful twist.
The products are now available in a growing number of retail shops, with distribution expanding up and down the East Coast.
“Working with shops around New York City metropolitan area offers an advantage,” said Angela Fout. “It introduces our product to a new audience who may not shop at farmers markets on Saturday or visit Chelsea Market, but are interested in discovering high-quality, pure and wholesome products. Many of our retail partners feature local producers like us.”
Sohha also offers beverages such as Mango Lassi, Probiotic Whey Lemonade, Whey and Wildberry Lassi.
For those who cannot consume dairy, the company produces other Middle Eastern favorites including handcrafted baba ghanouj and hummus.
All offerings follow Angela’s Lebanese family’s centuries-old recipes.
The original yogurts come in three sizes: 6, 16 and 32 ounces. Prices are, $4, $10 and $18, respectively.
The new savory flavors come in an 8-ounce container and retail for $7.99.
For more information, link HERE.

GRASS-FED MILK YOGURT (posted August 10, 2015)
Organic Valley, the U.S.’s largest cooperative of organic farmers and a leading organic brand, introduces Organic Valley Grassmilk Yogurt, which is made from Organic Valley Grassmilk.
This milk is produced by cows that are 100% grass-fed, with no supplemental feed, grain or soybeans in their diet, just lush, fresh pasture and dried forages, according to the company.
Crafted in small batches, the yogurt is minimally processed, cream-on-the-top yogurt made from non-homogenized whole milk.  
Nutritionally, Organic Valley Grassmilk Yogurt is flowing with naturally occurring calcium, conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) and omega-3 fatty acids.
Consumer demand for organic, grass-fed yogurt is exploding. The category is experiencing 82% dollar growth, more than three times the growth of yogurt without the “grass-fed” claim, according to SPINS data for the 52 weeks ended 3/22/2015. This information includes private label.
Organic Valley Grassmilk Yogurt comes in Plain and Vanilla flavors, with a suggested retail price of $5.29 per 24-ounce tub.
For more information, link HERE.

WHOLE MILK KEFIR IN U.S. MARKET (posted August 3, 2015)
Wallaby introduces Organic Whole Milk Kefir.
Wallaby Yogurt Co., a family-owned producer of organic yogurt, is launching four varieties of Wallaby Organic Whole Milk Kefir, adding to an already successful line of seven organic low-fat kefir products.
The familiarity and awareness of kefir, which is like a drinkable yogurt with special probiotic cultures, has been on the rise recently, according to the company.
More and more consumers are discovering the health benefits of kefir along with the satiating and deliciousness of whole milk dairy products.
“Since the successful launches of both our Organic Lowfat Kefir line and our Organic Whole Milk Greek Yogurt line, we’ve received numerous consumer and retailer requests for whole milk kefir,” says Ellie Wells, vice president of marketing. “The decision to give our consumers what they wanted was easy. We’re certain that both adults and children alike will enjoy the deliciously creamy and mild taste of this new product line. And not only does it taste amazing, but with 13 live and active cultures, it has all the probiotic benefits of kefir as well.”
As with all of the company’s products, the new kefir is made using fresh organic milk from local pasture-based family farms and premium organic fruit.
The while milk kefir comes in four varieties—Cherry, Peach, Plain and Strawberry--in 32-ounce plastic bottles.
The suggested retail price is $4.99.
For more information, link HERE.

CAFFEINATED WHEY PROTEIN WATER ENTERS U.S. MARKET (posted December 14, 2017)
Agropur introduces BiPro caffeinated protein water.
One bottle of the orange-flavored drink contains 100 milligrams of caffeine, equivalent to an 8-ounce cup of coffee, and 20 grams of whey protein. With protein and caffeine together, it’s a power-packed drink designed for busy, health-conscious consumers.
“Protein water is a very new product category and caffeinated protein water is extremely rare,” says Polly Olson, vice president of sales, marketing and new business development. “We’re excited to bring this unique product to the market and help people power through their days with clean protein and natural caffeine.”
Orange BiPro Protein Water stays true to BiPro’s clean-label promise. The beverage is all natural and made of just six ingredients. The drink’s caffeine content comes from guarana extract, a natural, plant-based source. Similar to other BiPro Protein Water flavors, the new product is just 90 calories per bottle with zero grams of sugar, fat or carbohydrates.
The benefits of protein in exercise are well documented, but caffeine is gaining a foothold as an ingredient that can improve peoples’ workout routines. Various studies suggest that consuming caffeine before a workout can improve upper-body strength training and overall muscular performance.
Orange is the fourth flavor of BiPro Protein Water, in addition to Berry, Lemon and Peach.
Agropur is a wholly owned subsidiary of Agropur Cooperative, which is a North American dairy industry leader founded in 1938.
For more information, link HERE.

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