2025 May Board Book

Packaging Innovation

The new phase of fundamental research at UC Davis on bioplastics started. The project is conducted with the USDA Western Laboratory, and supervised by CDRF. It consists of scaling up and optimizing the production of PHBV, a bioplastic which can be used to produce compostable utensils, films and packaging. CDIC coordinated a meeting with Leprino Foods and the researchers to review the techno-economic analysis, and is in the process of conducting a thorough feasibility study for scaling-up the process.

Continuing Education

Dairy Foods 201, Novato, May 1 The 2 nd Annual workshop conducted in Northern California is open to all regional dairy processors and suppliers to the industry. Over 40 industry representatives attended the event, which featured CalPoly SLO, CDFA and industry speakers.

Other events scheduled and in development include:

▪ May 20-21, Cal Poly San Luis Obispo: Frozen Desserts 100% Hands-on Innovation ▪ June 17-18, Cal Poly San Luis Obispo: Artisanal Cheesemaking ▪ August 6-7, Chapman University: Crafting the Perfect Creamer ▪ August 19-21, San Luis Obispo: R&D Best Practices ▪ August 21-22, CalPoly Pomona: Milk Production, Process and Marketing ▪ September 11, Fresno State: Dairy 301 -Advanced Unit Operations & Filtration ▪ September 24, CalPoly San Luis Obispo, Buttermaking & Milkfat Fundamentals ▪ October 7-8, CalPoly San Luis Obispo, Cooking & Acid-Set Cheeses ▪ November 12-14, Chapman University, Advanced Ice Cream Manufacturing