Dairy
Lifeway Foods Reports $5M in Gross Sales in 1 Week
Lifeway Foods, Inc., a leading U.S. supplier of kefir and fermented probiotic products to support the microbiome, reached a milestone achievement of surpassing $5 million in gross sales for the week ending April 27, representing a 35% increase from the prior year.
The Company expects to report financial results for the first quarter ended March 31 on May 13 before market hours.
A pre-recorded conference call and webcast with Julie Smolyanksy, Lifeway’s President and Chief Executive Officer, discussing these results with additional comments and details will be made available through the “Investor Relations” section of the Company’s website at https://lifewaykefir.com/webinars-reports/ upon dissemination of the first quarter results on May 13, 2025 before market hours.
Lifeway Foods, Inc., which has been recognized as one of Forbes’ Best Small Companies, is America’s leading supplier of the probiotic, fermented beverage known as kefir. In addition to its line of drinkable kefir, the company also produces a variety of cheeses and a ProBugs line for kids. Lifeway’s tart and tangy fermented dairy products are now sold across the United States, Mexico, Ireland, South Africa, United Arab Emirates and France. Learn how Lifeway is good for more than just you at lifewayfoods.com.
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Baskin-Robbins Berry Sweet on May & Moms
With spring in full bloom, Baskin-Robbins is scooping up something extra special to celebrate. In May, guests can dive into a berrylicious lineup of new and returning favorites: the Flavor of the Month, Strawberry Tres Leches; the tropical Lava Colada beverage; and the Perfect Peony and Strawberries ‘n Cream Cakes—just in time for Mother’s Day.
Available for a limited time, Strawberry Tres Leches is a luscious tribute to the popular Latin American cake that’ll send everyone into a strawberry daydream. This decadent dessert-in-a-scoop is the perfect way to celebrate National Strawberry Month and features Tres Leches Ice Cream blended with juicy strawberry pieces, fluffy white cake chunks, and swirls of strawberry goodness. Embark on your sweet strawberry daydream and try Strawberry Tres Leches before it floats away.
The warmer air is calling for one thing: frozen beverages galore! This spring, guests can transport themselves to island time with the latest addition to Baskin-Robbins’ beverage lineup. A refreshing twist on the tropical Lava Flow, the new Lava Colada is a dreamy blend of piña colada flavors and the fruity tang of delicious strawberries. It’s a creamy mocktail of summer fruits, minus the rum. Trying it for the first time? From May 1-31, Baskin-Robbins Rewards members can enjoy a medium Lava Colada for $4 – all day, every day.
“Our new Strawberry Tres Leches ice cream and Lava Colada beverage are a refreshing way to embrace the flavors of spring,” said Nicole Boutwell, vice president of marketing & culinary at Baskin-Robbins. “Whether you’re taking a moment for yourself with a fruity scoop or planning a heartfelt celebration with one of our Mother’s Day cakes, we hope these seasonal treats add a little extra joy to your springtime traditions.”
To make Mother’s Day feel extra special, celebrate with two stunning ice cream cakes made just for her. The Perfect Peony Cake now features even more vibrant peony designs and elegant icing rosettes to make her day unforgettable. The Strawberries ‘n Cream Cake is elegantly topped with real strawberries and finished with a strawberry-whipped frosting, making it a sweet classic perfect for spring. Each cake is made to share and is fully customizable with Mom’s favorite ice cream and cake flavors, plus a heartfelt message. Baskin-Robbins Rewards™ members can also unlock $5 off a cake purchase of $35 or more* throughout the month.
To learn more about Baskin-Robbins’ premium ice cream flavors, beverages and frozen desserts, visit www.BaskinRobbins.com, download the BR App, and follow along on Instagram, TikTok, Twitter and Facebook.
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Bobbie Unveils First USDA Organic Whole Milk Formula Made in USA
Bobbie has announced its fourth infant formula since the company’s launch in 2021: after three years of development, Bobbie Organic Whole Milk Infant Formula is here. As the first and only USDA Organic Whole Milk infant formula manufactured in America, this industry-first product redefines high quality infant nutrition. Developed with the leading science and research and manufactured at the brand’s state-of-the-art facility in the heartland of America, Heath, Ohio, Bobbie Organic Whole Milk infant formula offers quality, safety, and reliability at a time when the U.S. infant formula industry is facing continued uncertainty.
Only 7% of infant formulas sold in the U.S. are Organic and only 5% are certified USDA Organic. Just 4% of formulas sold in the U.S. use whole milk. Bobbie Organic Whole Milk Infant Formula is the ONLY routine infant formula manufactured in the U.S. that is both USDA Organic and made with whole milk.
Bobbie Organic Whole Milk infant formula is available today at hibobbie.com for $28/can and coming to select retailers this summer.
Since its launch four years ago, Bobbie remains dedicated to providing American families with high-quality, Organic infant formula made right here in the US. The research and development arm of the company, Bobbie Labs, spent three years developing Bobbie’s closest-to-breast milk recipe, featuring less vegetable oils, more naturally-occurring milk fat globule membrane (MFGM) from Organic whole milk, choline, and industry leading levels of DHA to support infant brain development. MFGM is a component of milk fat that has been linked to cognitive and immune system support in infants. MFGM is naturally found in breast milk, and research has suggested it can play a role in supporting brain development, immune health, and gut function.
“As a pediatrician, I am always looking for the best options to support infant nutrition, and I’m thrilled to see Bobbie Organic Whole Milk Infant Formula enter the market as the first and only USDA Organic whole milk-based formula manufactured in the U.S. Bobbie continues to set the standard for clean, high-quality infant nutrition by using naturally occurring milk fat globule membrane (MFGM) from whole milk—an essential component of breast milk that supports brain development. Bobbie continues to be a brand I trust and recommend for parents seeking a clean, high-quality, breast milk-inspired formula that prioritizes both safety and science-backed nutrition,” said Lauren Crosby, MD, FAAP.
Bobbie Organic Whole Milk formula undergoes over 2,000 safety and quality checks before release at Bobbie’s state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Heath, Ohio. Owning end-to-end manufacturing has unlocked innovation on an entirely new level for the industry-disrupting, mom-led brand. With a steady supply of unlimited inventory, manufacturing redundancy, and the ability to produce high quality infant formulas in-house, Bobbie has unlocked the recipe development and manufacturing rigor required to lead the way for the next generation of American infant formula.
Bobbie Organic Whole Milk infant formula is the only USDA Organic whole milk infant formula on the US market, designed to bring parents a first-of-its-kind formulation that is certified Organic to both the USDA and EU Organic standards, and features a no palm oil, no soy fat blend. The groundbreaking recipe is made with USDA Organic whole milk, a critical choice in a formula category flooded with Organic claims that fall short of the USDA Organic seal.
“As a team of parents, we understand first hand the importance of quality and reliability when it comes to feeding our babies. No parent should have to choose between the two and with this product, we can guarantee the best of the best on both fronts,” saidLaura Modi, CEO and Co-Founder of Bobbie and mom of four.“This recipe, the first USDA Organic whole milk infant formula in the world, is the epitome of my why behind Bobbie. It’s a dream formulation that represents much more than what’s inside the can (though I’m very proud of that as well) – it is about pushing the nutritional standards forward, reimagining how we feed babies in the U.S., and making America the gold standard in infant nutrition.”
Bobbie Organic Whole Milk Formula Overview:
- Premium USDA Organic Standards: The first certified USDA Organic whole milk infant formula manufactured in America – certified to meet the strictest Organic standards in the world. Made with no synthetic pesticides, chemical contaminants, glyphosates, or GMOs.
- Our Closest-to-Breast Milk Recipe – For Smoother Poops: Whole milk fat and fewer added oils means it’s a recipe that closely mimics breast milk and may support softer stools. Less straining means a happier baby – and happier parents.
- Premium Brain Support: Featuring the ultimate triple threat – naturally occurring milk fat globule membrane (MFGM) from whole milk, choline, and industry-leading levels of DHA. MFGM supports cognitive development and gives tiny brains a major boost – a smart choice, literally.
- Premium Milk Fat; Less Added Oil: The naturally-occurring fat in whole milk provides fatty acids like those found in breast milk. This means less plant-based oils. And never soy or palm oil.
- Available Today: Buy Organic Whole Milk infant formula today at hibobbie.com. 14oz cans retail for $28. Find us at select retailers early Summer.
About Bobbie:
Bobbie is the purpose-driven organic infant feeding company that exists to build a parenting culture of confidence, not comparison. Founded in 2018, Bobbie hit the market with its flagship European-inspired formula in 2021 as the first direct-to-consumer, subscription-based infant formula in the U.S. Today, it’s proud to be the only mom-founded and led infant formula brand in the world, and the fastest-growing in the U.S. since the 1980s. Bobbie is focused on providing purposefully sourced, USDA Organic products made with simple ingredients – crafted right here in America, for American families. For more information, visit www.hibobbie.com.
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