Plant milk company adds new pack sizes for popular varieties
January 10, 2023
Califia Farms, Los Angeles, expanded its line of dairy-free products with the launch of USDA certified Organic Oatmilk and Almondmilk. With just three ingredients ― purified water, sea salt, oats/almonds ― and no oils or gums, the brand designed the latest offerings to meet the needs of consumers seeking products with fewer ingredients, yet at an accessible price point, it says.
Ordering trends show beer tops alcohol orders for the year
December 14, 2022
Chicago-based Grubhub released its annual retrospective look at the biggest national ordering trends and eating habits of the year in a report called “2022 Delivered.” By analyzing millions of orders from diners this year, it shows that comfort inspired what consumers ate, revealing who they were in 2022, the company says.
MALK Organics announced the launch of its new MALK’s Chocolate Oat, which is rolling out in select Whole Foods nationwide (Southwest, Rocky Mountain and Northeast regions), as well as Erewhon, Gelson’s and MOM’s Natural.
The plant-based milk industry continued to grow and thrive over the course of the last year. With consumers opting for dairy alternatives, many of these milks have become mainstream.
As more consumers look to plant-based food and beverages, oatmilk continues to make share gains. Driving that growth is Oatly Group AB, which produces products from oats, including oatmilks, frozen desserts and oatgurts.
Los Angeles-based Califia Farms is kicking off the new year with a variety of new dairy-free beverages that expand the brand’s existing product offering of plant milks, creamers, brewed-to-blend coffees, and barista products using ingredients like almonds, oats, coconuts and more.
Dairy-alternative beverages have become mainstream, signifying a new era for the dairy category. Although market share is on the rise, traditional dairy milk still commands the lion’s share.