Jamba Juice Company and GENYOUth Foundation have announced a multi-year partnership agreement that leverages the unique assets and leadership of both organizations to support students across the country. Jamba Juice and GENYOUth share a commitment to the health and vitality of our nation’s youth, and will combine forces to work with schools, community groups and other national organizations to design … Read More
YoCrunch Goes to Danone
Danone, the parent company of U.S. dairy processor Dannon, has acquired 100% of YoCrunch’s share capital. Founded in 1985, YoCrunch makes yogurt with crunchy toppings packaged separately, in part through licensing agreements with well-known national brands such as M&Ms and Oreo. Danone’s press release called YoCrunch “the market leader of the yogurt with toppers segment.” According to Danone’s statement, “This … Read More
Schmitt Crowned Iowa Dairy Princess
Congratulations to Mariah Schmitt, the newly crowned Iowa Dairy Princess! Mariah, the daughter of Carl and Terry Schmitt of Fort Atkinson, Iowa, will spend the year serving as a goodwill ambassador for Iowa’s dairy farmers. Throughout her year-long reign she will make public appearances to connect with consumers and help them understand the dedication of dairy farm families to their … Read More
Cellulosic Ethanol on its way to Commercialization
Our latest ZimmPoll asked the question, “Do you think cellulosic ethanol can be commercialized?” Our poll results: · Almost There 33% · It Already Is 26% · Could Be Someday 25% · Just A Fantasy 11% · No Clue 3% · Other 2% According to our latest ZimmPoll results, most people believe that cellulosic ethanol, which can be made from … Read More
'The Rock' Stars in Latest Milk Mustache Ad
Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson is the latest milk mustache celebrity. Actor, producer, athlete and author Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson knows the importance of protein to fuel his days – juggling work, family time and fitness. With no time to slow down, he starts each morning with milk to help power his potential and set the stage for whatever the world … Read More
DBA Plans Green Bay Packer Tailgate Party
Packer fans will soon brush off their green and gold for the Dairy Business Association’s 13th Annual Green Bay Packer Tailgate Party. The Packers will take on the Seattle Seahawks in an exciting pre-season game on Friday, August 23rd at Lambeau Field in Green Bay. This favorite event is expected to draw hundreds of Packer fans for a pre-game cookout … Read More
Farmers Address Kids
North Carolina dairy farmers Eugene Blackwell and Zach Myers spoke to attendees at the annual Fuel Up to Play 60 Student Ambassador Summit in Charlotte, N.C., July 9-12. The summit brought together student leaders and program advisors who are committed to improving their school and community by eating smart and staying active through the checkoff-created Fuel Up to Play 60 … Read More
CWT Export Update
Cooperatives Working Together (CWT) has accepted seven requests for export assistance from Maryland & Virginia Milk Producers Cooperative Association, Northwest Dairy Association (Darigold) and United Dairymen of Arizona to sell 1.376 million pounds (624 metric tons) of Cheddar cheese and 992,080 pounds (450 metric tons) of butter to customers in Europe, the Middle East and North Africa. The product will … Read More
CaliCow App
The California Milk Advisory Board (CMAB) is taking their quest of making California dairy part of families everywhere from the dairy case and the household to iPhones with Cali CowChat, a new virtual California cow app. The Cali CowChat app gives consumers the ability to create a customized California cow and connect with friends in an entertaining and original way … Read More
Chobani awarded USDA school lunch Greek yogurt contract
Chobani has been selected as the product of choice for the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Greek yogurt pilot program, after successfully undercutting bids from a number of rival Greek yogurt manufacturers. Read more here. Source: Dairy Reporter