Nine dairy farms, businesses and partnerships were recognized at the fifth annual U.S. Dairy Sustainability Awards on May 11. The judges, composed of experts throughout the dairy community, evaluated the nominees’ sustainability practices based on their economic, environmental and community impact.

The opportunities for innovation with U.S. whey ingredients truly are infinite when creativity and imagination combine to craft new flavors and textures with commercial appeal. Unleashing young, emerging talents from around the world can unlock the potential of U.S. dairy to meet global consumer trends.  

Studies show that three of the top five most popular New Year’s resolutions are related to health and wellness. Each year, many people vouch to lose weight, eat healthier or exercise more. In 2016, support consumers by innovating with U.S. dairy to make these resolutions easier to achieve.

In an increasingly competitive food and beverage marketplace, embracing innovation is vital for businesses to stay ahead of the curve. At the Gulfood Manufacturing show attendees are learning the advantages that U.S. dairy ingredients offer in propelling the launch of breakthrough new products and delivering value when reformulating product lines.