Dairy Processing - December 2021 - 6

COMMENTARY
The future
looks bright
After a tumultuous year in 2020, no one quite knew what to
expect from 2021. The COVID-19 pandemic continued to have
a huge impact across industries worldwide and the dairy
industry has not been immune to its effects. But, despite
ongoing challenges, the industry has every reason to remain
optimistic as 2022 approaches.
Earlier this year, Dairy Processing put out its first
industry outlook survey, in partnership with Cypress
Research, collecting responses from leaders across the dairy
industry. The overall outlook for these companies, as well as
for the industry as a whole, is overwhelmingly positive. Dairy
processors have plans to expand their product lines, increase
capital spending and find new distribution channels in 2022
in an effort to keep up with growing demand.
Through everything, the industry has never stopped
evolving to meet its changing needs. Companies like Bel
Brands USA are committed to creating products that are
healthy and responsible, always working to meet and exceed
the expectations of their consumers. Artisan dairy processors
are continuing to find ways to stand
out in the crowd. Consumers are
looking to indulge with the latest in
frozen desserts, while sustainable
beverage packaging is growing in
popularity. Companies are also
constantly seeking out ways to
protect their most valuable resource:
people.
As Dairy Processing closes out
its first year covering this dynamic
industry, we want to thank you, the readers, for your support.
We couldn't be prouder to be 'dedicated to dairy' and we look
forward to seeing you in 2022.
KRISTEN PUTCH
Managing editor
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EDITORIAL
Kristen Putch
Managing Editor
Donna Berry
Pamela Accetta Smith
Allison Gibeson
Contributing Editors
PUBLISHING STAFF
Matt O'Shea
Publisher
Rick Parsons
Account Executive
Lily Alvarez
National Account Executive
Whitney Hartman
Sales Enablement Specialist
Michael Barbee
Director of Audience Development
Dustin Pickman
Audience Development Analyst
Hannah Carney
Audience Database Specialist
Lauren Juliana
Audience Development Coordinator
Jon Hall
Director of Digital Media
Carrie Fluegge
Digital Advertising Manager
Nora Wages
Advertising Manager
Annie Fournier
Advertising Coordinator
Elisabeth Spillman
Design Services Manager
Marj Potts
Production Specialist
Becky White
Senior Design Consultant
Brian Peterman
Graphic Designer
Jim White
Promotions Manager
Abby Chronister
Promotions Media Designer
CORPORATE
Charles S. Sosland
Chairman and CEO
L. Joshua Sosland
President
Staci Greco
Chief Financial and
Administrative Officer
Meyer Sosland
Chief Operating Officer
and Executive Editor
Jim Saladin
Chief Marketing Officer
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