Perhaps the idea of “business as usual” no longer exists in today’s economy. Even so, the nation’s largest dairy processor appears to be back on track.

It only makes sense that farmers should know a thing or two about growing cycles. However, most members of the Organic Valley Family of Farms cooperative are dairy farmers, so the annual “harvest” takes on a different meaning.

Sweet, natural and cheesy with a healthy dose of indulgence could describe the new cultured and cheese products that hit retail shelves this past year - or it could sum up an episode of  “The Hills,” MTV’s reality show that follows twenty-something Californians through their love lives, friendships and careers.

Dreyer's Bakersfield, Calif., Operations Center's production capabilities and safety programs are matched only by its massive size.

Perhaps the best word to describe Dean Foods Co.’s financial situation is “fluid.” That is to say that the Dallas dairy giant’s fortunes have been bleak - though officials expect that to improve during the second half of this next fiscal calendar year.