Resources & Insights

Looking for more portable resources and insights on U.S. dairy?

This library of materials provides global customers with downloadable and printable publications to further their knowledge and understanding of U.S. dairy products, their nutritional advantage and technical application as well as tools to promote U.S. Dairy to global consumers.  

All publications and tools are provided in a PDF format. Adobe Acrobat Reader will need to be installed in order to view these documents. 

 

Latest Resources

Whey Protein Guidelines

Whey Protein as an Egg Replacer Guidelines

Whey Protein as an Egg Replacer Guidelines

These guidelines provide details on how to effectively leverage the functionality of whey proteins as an egg substitute in formulations.
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Dairy protein is a rising star in new products

Dairy protein is a rising star in new products

Dairy protein is a rising star in new products

Dairy proteins can meet evolving customer needs.
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Delight in U.S. Dairy

Delight in U.S. Dairy

This video features innovative and inspiring U.S. dairy ingredients to tempt your taste-buds, supported by all the benefits that the U.S. dairy industry has to offer.
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Consumers of all ages can benefit from increased and well-timed consumption of high quality dairy proteins.

Dairy proteins improve the health of all consumers

Dairy proteins improve the health of all consumers

Consumers of all ages can benefit from increased and well-timed consumption of high quality dairy proteins.
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Dairy Proteins Report

Technical Report: Understanding the Role of Dairy Proteins in Product Performance

Technical Report: Understanding the Role of Dairy Proteins in Product Performance

This 16-page technical report provides an overview of milk proteins, different protein types and characteristics, as well as research about dairy proteins and how they can bring tailored functional properties to products.
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MCC Spec Sheet

Micellar Casein Concentrate Ingredients

Micellar Casein Concentrate Ingredients

This 2-page document highlights the composition, functionality and nutrition of micellar casein concentrate.
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Dairy Industry

U.S. Dairy Industry Overview

U.S. Dairy Industry Overview

This 4-page brochure provides an overview of the U.S. dairy industry.
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Thinkusadairy.org

Take Advantage of ThinkUSAdairy Website

Take Advantage of ThinkUSAdairy Website

This 2-page brochure provides an overview of USDEC's new website offering dairy resources for Global Product Innovation.
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Product Resources (20)

MCC Spec Sheet

Micellar Casein Concentrate Ingredients

Micellar Casein Concentrate Ingredients

This 2-page document highlights the composition, functionality and nutrition of micellar casein concentrate.
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Permeate

U.S. Whey & Milk Permeate Overview

U.S. Whey & Milk Permeate Overview

This 4-page brochure provides an overview of whey & milk permeate made in the United States.
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Milk Powder

U.S. Milk Powder Overview

U.S. Milk Powder Overview

This 4-page brochure provides an overview of the U.S. milk powder industry and how it is evolving to meet global customer demand.
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Btter & Milkfat

U.S. Butter & Milkfat Industry Overview

U.S. Butter & Milkfat Industry Overview

This 4-page brochure provides an overview of the U.S. butter & milkfat industry.
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Dairy proteins

U.S. Dairy Proteins Overview

U.S. Dairy Proteins Overview

This 4-page brochure provides an overview of whey and milk protein ingredients made in the United States.
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Cheese industry

U.S. Cheese Industry Overview

U.S. Cheese Industry Overview

This 4-page brochure provides an at-a-glance overview of the U.S. cheese industry.
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milk protein concentrates

Milk Protein Concentrate Overview

Milk Protein Concentrate Overview

Milk protein concentrates (MPCs) are complete dairy proteins containing both caseins and whey. This 4-page document provides an overview of MPCs, their benefits and their applications.
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us specialty cheeses

U.S. Specialty Cheeses

U.S. Specialty Cheeses

An introduction to U.S. Specialty Cheeses made in the United States, the industry’s heritage as well as product quality and trends. Available in English.
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hispanic cheese

Hispanic Cheese Reference Guide

Hispanic Cheese Reference Guide

This 49-page guide details the versatility of Hispanic and Latin American cheeses, which come in a variety of flavors and textures suitable for many uses.
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Reference manual for U.S. Cheese

Reference Manual for U.S. Cheese

Reference Manual for U.S. Cheese

A detailed handbook designed to guide and educate international buyers and end-users on purchasing and using U.S. cheeses. Available in English, Chinese, Japanese and Spanish.
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milk powder

Reference Manual for U.S. Milk Powders

Reference Manual for U.S. Milk Powders

A detailed handbook designed to guide and educate international buyers and users about U.S. milk powders. Available in English.
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creamspec sheet

Cream Spec Sheet

Cream Spec Sheet

This 2-page document showcases the various varieties of cream available to food and beverage manufactures and foodservice professionals.
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nonfat dry milk spec sheet

Nonfat Dry Milk Spec Sheet

Nonfat Dry Milk Spec Sheet

This 2-page document details the numerous benefits and varieties of nonfat dry milk.
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milk protein concentrate spec sheet

Milk Protein Concentrate Spec Sheet

Milk Protein Concentrate Spec Sheet

This 2-page document showcases the composition and beneficial features of milk protein concentrate.
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whey spec sheet

Whey Spec Sheet

Whey Spec Sheet

This 2-page document details the composition, functionality and nutrition of whey ingredients.
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lactose spec sheet

Lactose Spec Sheet

Lactose Spec Sheet

This 2-page document explains the beneficial features of lactose.
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Buttermilk powder spec sheet

Buttermilk Powder Spec Sheet

Buttermilk Powder Spec Sheet

This single-page document details the benefits of using buttermilk powder.
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whole and dry milk powders

Whole Milk Powder/Dry Whole Milk Spec Sheet

Whole Milk Powder/Dry Whole Milk Spec Sheet

This 2-page document details the beneficial features of using whole milk powder and dry whole milk.
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ultrafiltered milk spec sheet

Ultrafiltered Milk Spec Sheet

Ultrafiltered Milk Spec Sheet

This 2-page document details the composition, functionality and nutrition of ultrafiltered milk.
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Reference Manual for U.S. Whey and Lactose Products

Reference Manual for U.S. Whey and Lactose Products

An educational guide to using U.S. whey and lactose products. Available in English and Korean.
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Application & Technical Materials (23)

Whey Protein Guidelines

Whey Protein as an Egg Replacer Guidelines

Whey Protein as an Egg Replacer Guidelines

These guidelines provide details on how to effectively leverage the functionality of whey proteins as an egg substitute in formulations.
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Dairy Proteins Report

Technical Report: Understanding the Role of Dairy Proteins in Product Performance

Technical Report: Understanding the Role of Dairy Proteins in Product Performance

This 16-page technical report provides an overview of milk proteins, different protein types and characteristics, as well as research about dairy proteins and how they can bring tailored functional properties to products.
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chinese manuscript

New Horizons For U.S. Dairy Ingredients (Chinese Only)

New Horizons For U.S. Dairy Ingredients (Chinese Only)

16-page brochure in Chinese highlighting the U.S. dairy industry’s evolving dairy ingredient portfolio such as whey protein, milk protein and permeate.
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coproducts of milk and whey processing

Choosing a Dairy Protein Ingredient

Choosing a Dairy Protein Ingredient

With dairy protein ingredients gaining in popularity for their functional and nutritional properties, get tips on when to formulate using whey protein compared to milk protein ingredients.
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coproducts of milk and whey processing

Technical Report: Coproducts of Milk and Whey Processing

Technical Report: Coproducts of Milk and Whey Processing

This 12-page technical report explains how the utilization of high-protein dairy fractions provides high-value ingredients to the food industry. New discoveries continue to be made in beneficial uses for the coproducts of these processes.
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milk protein concentrates manufacturing and applications

Milk Protein Concentrates: Manufacturing and Applications

Milk Protein Concentrates: Manufacturing and Applications

The U.S. Dairy Export Council® and the Dairy Research Institute® developed this 12-page technical report to highlight the state of the science for manufacturing and applications of these dairy ingredients. Available in English, Chinese, and Korean.
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dairy foods research centers

National Dairy Foods Research Centers and Applications Labs

National Dairy Foods Research Centers and Applications Labs

This resource offers a detailed overview of the National Dairy Foods Research Centers and Applications Labs, which provide the industry with leading-edge dairy product and ingredient research and technical resources to support industry innovation.
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milk fractionalism tech report

Milk Fractionation Technology and Emerging Opportunities

Milk Fractionation Technology and Emerging Opportunities

This 8-page technical report summarizes the emerging fractionation research on advances in the wide variety of rich nutrients found within cow’s milk, as well as the latest research on dairy ingredient processing and applications.
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whey protein heat stability report

Technical Report: Whey Protein Heat Stability

Technical Report: Whey Protein Heat Stability

This 8-page technical report provides information about expanded utilization of whey proteins.
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Technical Report: Sensory Properties of Whey Ingredients

Technical Report: Sensory Properties of Whey Ingredients

An 8-page report summarizing research on improving sensory properties of whey protein ingredients.
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Permeate for Sodium Reduction

Permeate for Sodium Reduction

This 4-page monograph details how current science indicates that permeate’s salt-enhancing characteristics make it ideal for replacing salt in many applications while maintaining consumer-acceptable flavor.
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whey ingredients in yogurt

U.S. Whey Ingredients in Yogurt and Yogurt Beverages

U.S. Whey Ingredients in Yogurt and Yogurt Beverages

A monograph reviewing the functional benefits associated with adding whey ingredients to yogurt products. Available in English, Chinese, Japanese, Korean and Vietnamese.
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whey ingredients in bakery products

U.S. Whey Ingredients in Bakery Products

U.S. Whey Ingredients in Bakery Products

A monograph designed to educate users of whey products about the benefits of whey in baked goods. Available in English, Chinese, Japanese and Vietnamese.
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whey ingredients in nutrition bars and gels

U.S. Whey Ingredients in Nutrition Bars and Gels

U.S. Whey Ingredients in Nutrition Bars and Gels

A monograph presenting whey protein functions in nutrition bars and gel-type products. Available in English, Chinese and Korean.
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whey products in ice cream and dairy desserts

U.S. Whey Products in Ice Cream and Frozen Desserts

U.S. Whey Products in Ice Cream and Frozen Desserts

A monograph highlighting the functional benefits of whey in ice cream and related products. Available in English, Chinese, Japanese and Korean.
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whey in read to drink beverages

U.S. Whey Protein in Ready-to-Drink Beverages

U.S. Whey Protein in Ready-to-Drink Beverages

A monograph highlighting the use of U.S. whey ingredients in ready-to-drink beverages. Available in English, Chinese, Indonesian, Japanese, Korean and Thai.
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whey in processed meats

U.S. Whey Protein and Lactose Products in Processed Meats

U.S. Whey Protein and Lactose Products in Processed Meats

A monograph discussing the functional benefits of whey in processed meats and related products. Available in English, Arabic, Chinese, Japanese and Korean.
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whey protein in meats

Advantages of Whey Protein in Meats

Advantages of Whey Protein in Meats

Benefits of whey protein ingredients in meat product applications.
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american pizza traditions

American Pizza Traditions and Trends

American Pizza Traditions and Trends

A monograph reviewing the history and trends in U.S. pizzas. Available in English, Arabic, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and Spanish.
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whey in low fat applications

U.S. Whey Protein Concentrates in Low-Fat Applications

U.S. Whey Protein Concentrates in Low-Fat Applications

A monograph providing complete information on U.S. whey proteins usage in low-fat foods. Available in English and Chinese.
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whey products in snacks and seasonings

U.S. Whey Products in Snacks and Seasonings

U.S. Whey Products in Snacks and Seasonings

A monograph discussing the use of U.S. whey ingredients in snack manufacture. Available in English, Chinese and Spanish.
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whey and lactose in confectionary applications

U.S. Whey Products and Lactose in Confectionery Applications

U.S. Whey Products and Lactose in Confectionery Applications

A monograph providing detailed information about the use of dairy ingredients in chocolate confectionery. Available in English, Chinese, Korean.
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whey products in cold pack and pasteurized cheese spreads

U.S. Whey Products in Processed Cheese & Spreads

U.S. Whey Products in Processed Cheese & Spreads

A monograph discussing the rationale for using whey in processed cheeses and related products. Available in English, Chinese and Korean.
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Consumer Promotional Materials (6)

make a plan for protein

Make a Plan for Protein

Make a Plan for Protein

A one-page document detailing the three steps to choosing protein: quality, versatility and timing.
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Protein: Timing and Quantity

Protein: Timing and Quantity

View trends and opportunities for dairy to deliver on higher protein diet benefits.
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healthy and vibrant aging

Creating a Pathway for Healthy and Vibrant Aging

Creating a Pathway for Healthy and Vibrant Aging

Learn about how consuming more high-quality protein and engaging in regular exercise can help adults maintain muscle mass as they age.
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cheese and healthy eating

Cheese and Healthy Eating Brochure

Cheese and Healthy Eating Brochure

This brochure provides statistics, facts and nutrition information on cheese and how it can help meet health and wellness needs.
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cheese appreciation guide

Cheese Appreciation Guide

Cheese Appreciation Guide

The perfect tool to educate consumers on how to enjoy U.S. cheese. Available in English, Arabic, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese and Spanish.
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category management for cheese

Category Management for Cheese

Category Management for Cheese

A monograph designed to educate retailers on cheese case management. Available in English, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, and Spanish.
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Videos (7)

Delight in U.S. Dairy

Delight in U.S. Dairy

This video features innovative and inspiring U.S. dairy ingredients to tempt your taste-buds, supported by all the benefits that the U.S. dairy industry has to offer.
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Dairy Beverages

Dairy Beverages

Dairy beverages are well positioned to meet a number of the emerging beverage trends.
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Healthy Aging

Healthy Aging

Dairy proteins are well positioned to meet the needs of an ever increasing aging population.
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Reduced Sodium

Reduced Sodium

Dairy product solids (permeate) can naturally provide solutions to reducing sodium in a variety of applications.
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Higher Protein Diet

Higher Protein Diet

U.S. dairy proteins can help consumers achieve benefits of a higher protein diet.
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Protein Throughout the Day

Protein Throughout the Day

U.S. dairy proteins are high quality proteins that can be incorporated into any eating occasion.
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New Concepts with Dairy Proteins

New Concepts with Dairy Proteins

Dairy proteins, as part of a higher protein diet, can help consumers maintain a healthy weight, curb hunger, get lean, enhance exercise recovery and maintain muscle with aging.
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