Coca-Cola is considering global expansion for its dairy protein products, building on the success of its Fairlife brand in the US and Santa Clara products in Mexico. CEO James Quincey says increased capacity, such as from a new $650 million facility in New York, will enable innovation in flavors and packaging.

Kraft Heinz structures its sustainability planning around productivity, prosperity and environmental stewardship, focusing on a seven-point agricultural framework that includes water management and soil health. The company must coordinate closely with its suppliers, as 80% of its carbon footprint comes from them. In addition, Kraft Heinz is working toward reducing its virgin plastic use by 20% by 2030, measured against a baseline established in 2021.

Magnum now stands as the world's largest standalone ice cream company, commanding more than 21% of the global market -- well ahead of rival Froneri's 11%. With a global ice cream market valued at $87 billion, Magnum is positioning itself for greater agility and focus following its spinoff from Unilever.

FrieslandCampina Ingredients has bought Wisconsin Whey Protein, the company's largest ingredients investment since the Friesland Foods and Campina merger 17 years ago. This acquisition expands FrieslandCampina's footprint in North America and brings in a technologically advanced, high-quality whey protein producer. The deal, which is set to unlock growth opportunities and add significant whey protein isolate capacity, aligns with FrieslandCampina's strategy to serve the fast-growing US market and strengthen its global position as a top-tier protein supplier.

Whole Foods Market's annual 12 Days of Cheese is set for Dec. 13-24, featuring a selection of award-winning cheeses curated by the retailer's Specialty Cheese team. This year's lineup includes new offerings from Jasper Hill Farm's Harbison Champagne-Washed and Vermont Creamery's St. Albans, alongside returning favorites like Emmi's Le Gruyere AOP Kaltbach Cave-Aged. The cheeses are available at a 30% discount for Amazon Prime members and a 22% discount for non-Prime members.