The bioprotective culture developed for dairy processors helps ensure products’ safety and quality.

Dairy Processing spoke one-on-one with CEO Jesse Merrill about the company's mission.

The product can be swapped in all recipes that require sour cream, per the company.

The artisanal sour creams are produced in small batches using 100% pasteurized, Grade A whole cow's milk.

The price that cultured dairy product makers pay for the milk they use is tied to the price of butter and nonfat dry milk.

Cultures and enzymes influence the flavor, texture and even the shelf life of dairy products.

Consumer preferences for products that offer distinctive flavors and value are driving innovations.

Limited-edition flavors and better-for-you formulations are becoming more prominent.

The company's sour creams and cottage cheese combined for three first-place awards and one runner-up.

Prairie Farms won 44 awards overall at this year's dairy product contest.