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45%
of people in the
United States
consume three or
more snacks a day.
IRI, a Chicago-based research firm, 2021
" Snacking can
give you a
mental boost
while satisfying
certain
nutritional
requirements
- it's not just
about hunger. "
Rod Hogan, Sargento
PORTABLE DAIRY
At Hiland Dairy Foods,
Springfield, Mo., the snacking
trend has been on the company's
radar for quite some time.
" Hiland Dairy has been aware
of this snacking trend, introducing
convenient sizes over the past two years, "
said Rick Beaman, vice president, Hiland Dairy,
Joint Ventures. " Among them, Hiland expanded
its cream cheese lineup to include six delicious
flavors in convenient 3.5-oz packages. "
Hiland also offers seven flavors of 5 oz
cottage cheese for portability, convenience and
a simple way to get protein on the go.
The company also produces a variety of
dips, which have earned a number of accolades
during The World Dairy Expo Championship
Dairy Product Contest in recent years. The
contest is sponsored by the Wisconsin Dairy
Products Association. Over 1,400 product
entries from across the country compete in 90
contest classes.
Hiland received the Grade A Grand
Champion Award for its French Onion Dip
in this year's contest. The company also
scored first place in Sour Cream Based Dips
- Southwest category with its Sassy Salsa dip.
In 2021, Hiland was awarded second and third
place with its Sassy Salsa and
Jalapeno Fiesta Dips in
the same category.
The company also
earned third
place with its
Toasted Onion
Dip in the Sour
Cream Based Dips
- Onion category
in 2021.
The team at
Hiland sees the
snacking trend
continuing, but
becoming healthier,
which is good for
dairy, Beaman said.
" Only dairy
products can provide a
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powerhouse of nutrients for snacking that helps
the body feel satisfied longer between meals, "
he said.
Beaman noted that the company's focus on
convenience expands beyond cream cheese and
yogurt.
" In addition to our convenient packaging
of yogurts, cottage cheese and cream cheese,
Hiland has offered 16 oz milk and flavored milk
for many years, " he said. " We continue to look
at different sizes and flavors to expand this
popular category. "
Milk is the original sports drink with a
natural nutrient combination not found in other
beverages, Beaman said.
" Athletes of all ages look to milk to fuel
athletic performance and to repair, rehydrate
and replenish their muscles and bodies, " he said.
FOCUS ON PROTEIN
At Bel Brands USA, snack cheese is part of its
DNA.
" For decades, we have delivered delicious,
snackable cheeses our fans love, with both
Babybel and The Laughing Cow, " said Shannon
Maher, chief marketing officer, Bel Brands
USA. " We're constantly innovating to bring our
consumers new products and flavors that match
the latest trends, and now we're even expanding
our more snackable cheeses to other beloved
Bel brands. "
Knowing snack cheese is a growing
category, the company recently launched a new
snackable product from Boursin - Boursin
Whisps, Bel Brands
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