Clover Sonoma launches California Cheese Collection: A cheese for every taste, every table; John Coletta comments. Placing a unique spotlight on California dairy offerings, the provider is broadening its cheese case presence. PETALUMA, CA Monday, June 22nd, 2026 Clover Sonoma(R), the Northern California dairy brand that has set the standard for quality dairy for 110 years, has launched its new California Cheese Collection, a full assortment of blocks, shreds, and slices crafted predominantly with milk from California family farms.* Spanning everyday favorites like medium cheddar and mozzarella to versatile picks like pepper jack and Mexican blend, the collection is designed to meet growing consumer demand for high-quality, locally sourced cheese in the formats families reach for most. According to the 2024 USDA's U.S. cheese consumption report, 70% of California consumers say cheese is a key ingredient in their meals. The launch comes as local dairy continues to gain momentum in California, with 68% of California consumers saying they prioritize local dairy when shopping, according to a study by the California Grocers Association. Clover Sonoma(R) has launched its new California Cheese Collection, a full assortment of blocks, shreds, and slices crafted predominantly with milk from California family farms "It matters who your dairy comes from," said Clover Sonoma CEO John Coletta in the recent release. "And we're excited to share a new line of cheese made with milk from family farms, at an affordable price that makes it an everyday staple. That's what better dairy should mean." What Sets It Apart: A Cleaner Label, Especially in Shreds Most bagged shredded cheese on grocery shelves contains natamycin, added to extend shelf life by preventing mold. Clover Sonoma's Medium Cheddar, Mexican Blend, and Mozzarella shreds rely on potato starch alone to prevent caking, with no natamycin and no other added preservatives, a clean-label distinction at a moment when consumers are scrutinizing every ingredient on the label. The full collection is held to Clover Sonoma's uncompromising quality standards, and the majority of the lineup is made with Real California Milk. A Full Assortment, From Snack to Sandwich to Shred The collection launches with a comprehensive lineup designed to meet every cheese occasion, whether that's after-school snacks, weeknight dinners, or entertaining: * Cheese Blocks (8 oz.): Medium Cheddar, Sharp Cheddar, Colby Jack, Monterey Jack, and Mozzarella. Grate fresh for weeknight pasta, slice for a cheese board (make it the star of your charcuterie tray!), or melt into the gooey center of homemade meatballs. * Cheese Slices (8 oz., 9 slices per pack): Medium Cheddar, Sharp Cheddar, Provolone, Pepper Jack, and Swiss. Built for the perfect melt on burgers and grilled sandwiches, or layered into a classic Chicken Cordon Bleu. * Cheese Shreds (8 oz.): Medium Cheddar, Mozzarella, and Mexican Blend. Ready for wood-fired pizzas, weeknight tacos, or a golden, bubbling top on baked mac and cheese. All varieties are available at select California grocery and natural food retailers starting May 11, 2026, for a suggested retail price of $4.99 per 8 oz. package. Completing the Dairy Case With the launch of the California Cheese Collection, Clover Sonoma now has a presence across all 10 major dairy and egg categories: milk, cream, butter, eggs, cheese, yogurt, sour cream, cream cheese, cottage cheese, and ice cream. Spanning everyday favorites like medium cheddar and mozzarella to versatile picks like pepper jack and Mexican blend, the collection is designed to meet growing consumer demand for high-quality, locally sourced cheese in the formats families reach for most "With cheese, we're completing what we set out to build: a dairy brand that shows up in every part of the refrigerator, with the same quality standards in every product," said Coletta. "And every purchase supports our community, too. We give 5% of our net profits back to the community to help make nutritious food more accessible. That's the Clover promise." For a full list of retail locations, please visit cloversonoma.com. *Swiss cheese slices and Mexican Blend shreds are not made with California milk. All other varieties in the Clover Sonoma California Cheese Collection are crafted with Real California Milk from local California family farms.

Clover Sonoma brings the "scoop of the century" to Expo West 2026. Mar. 4, 2026 at 11:03 pm dairy ice cream cheese greek yogurt protein nutrition health expo west regenerative 110-Year-Old California Brand Sets a New Bar for Dairy with the Launch of its Super Premium Ice Cream Line and New Cheeses at Booth #1706 ANAHEIM, Calif. - After 110 years of perfecting dairy, Clover Sonoma(R), the pioneering, B Corp-certified dairy brand recognized for its commitment to sustainable, high-quality, and ethical practices, will introduce a super premium ice cream collection featuring four new recipes and a California cheese portfolio. Media are invited to visit Booth #1706 in Hall B to taste the difference when you start with California's cleanest, best-tasting milk, and meet with CEO John Coletta. "It matters who your dairy comes from," said Coletta. "For more than a century, quality has been our foundation and our promise. These new products extend that legacy and commitment to ice cream and cheese, while our focus on sustainability and animal welfare continues to guide how we operate to build a better future for the entire dairy industry." The new lines expand Clover Sonoma's presence across the dairy case. The company's portfolio now includes every major dairy category and product line: butter, cheese, cream, cream cheese, cottage cheese, eggs, fluid milk (including Pasture Raised Organic A2 4% Whole Milk), Greek yogurt, half & half, ice cream, kefir, sour cream, yogurt, and seasonal products like eggnog. All products meet Clover's Promise of Excellence quality standards, which are stricter than California regulations. Super Premium Ice Cream Worth Melting Over Fall head over spoon for four super premium ice creams, launching April 6, 2026: * Vanilla Bean: Velvety vanilla ice cream studded with real Madagascar vanilla bean specks. 32 oz, $9.99 SRP * Chocolate Milk: Your favorite Clover Chocolate Milk transformed into frozen heaven. 32 oz, $9.99 SRP * Milk & Cookies: Crème-filled chocolate cookies crushed into silky vanilla ice cream, like dunking cookies in Clover milk. 32 oz, $9.99 SRP * Mint Chip: Cool peppermint ice cream loaded with fudge chips in every bite, with no digging required. 32 oz, $9.99 SRP Every spoonful delivers an extraordinarily smooth, luxuriously creamy mouthfeel with a clean finish. That's because Clover Sonoma ice cream has significantly more cream and far less air than other brands, with low overrun (30%) and high butterfat (14%). And those inclusions? Whether it's fudge chips or cookie pieces, there's treasure in every spoonful, not just at the bottom. At $9.99 SRP for 32 oz, Clover Sonoma delivers the lowest price per ounce in the super premium category. California Cheese for Every Occasion Clover Sonoma cheese, crafted with milk from California family farms (excluding Swiss and Mexican Blend), delivers exceptional taste and quality at $4.99 per 8 oz package, with a full assortment including: * Blocks: Medium Cheddar, Sharp Cheddar, Colby, Monterey Jack, Mozzarella. 8 oz, $4.99 SRP * Shredded: Mexican Blend, Medium Cheddar, Mozzarella. 8 oz, $4.99 SRP * Sliced: Medium Cheddar, Sharp Cheddar, Provolone, Pepper Jack, Swiss. 8 oz, $4.99 SRP Meeting the Moment: 2026 Food Trends Seventy-three percent of consumers prioritize knowing where their food comes from (2025 Food Marketing Institute study). Clover Sonoma's transparent supply chain and local, multigenerational family farm partnerships answer that demand directly, as does its commitment to maintaining the largest organic acreage of regeneratively farmed dairy land in California. High-protein products like Clover Sonoma's Organic Greek Nonfat Plain Yogurt, with 22 grams of protein per serving, meet the surging wellness demand. Seventy percent of U.S. consumers report seeking more protein in their diets, up from 59% in 2022 (CoBANK). Meanwhile, the global ice cream market is predicted to reach over $132 billion in 2032, a 67% increase in less than a decade (IDFA, Fortune Business Insights), making Clover Sonoma's ice cream line well-positioned to meet consumer demand. Most significantly, consumers are increasingly choosing real dairy over ultra-processed alternatives. Dairy grew to a record $76 billion retail category in 2025, topping all other categories (CoBANK). The shift reflects growing consumer recognition that dairy delivers more protein, fewer ingredients, and superior nutrition. Clover Sonoma's clean ingredients and minimal processing speak directly to this trend. Visit Clover Sonoma at Expo West - You "Herd" It Here First * Location: Booth #1706, Hall B * Sample: New super premium ice cream and cheese lines * Meet: CEO John Coletta and Chief Commercial Officer Tiffin Groff, to discuss new products, the return to real dairy, and leading Clover Sonoma to be America's best dairy brand * Grab: Limited-edition Clover Sonoma swag and a selfie with Clo the Cow, the brand's beloved mascot About Clover Sonoma Founded in 2016 and based in Petaluma, California, in the heart of beautiful Sonoma County, Clover Sonoma offers high-quality dairy sourced from its network of local family farms. A pioneer in sustainable dairy farming, Clover Sonoma has the largest organic acreage of regeneratively farmed dairy land in the state and is committed to reducing its carbon footprint by lowering on-farm methane emissions, regenerative farming practices focused on soil health, and introducing packaging innovation. The first dairy in the U.S. to become American Humane Certified(TM) across all its farms, Clover Sonoma has delivered on its promise to produce the highest-quality dairy products, including milk, cheese, butter, and more, for 110 years. As a Certified B Corporation(R), Clover Sonoma gives back 5% of net profits to help make nutritious food more accessible and uses its business as a force for good across its support for people, farms, animals, community, and planet. For more information, please visit cloversonoma.com and join the conversation at @clover.sonoma on Instagram, and @cloversonoma on TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube. Unlock the articles, expert interviews, and data reports that power the food and beverage industry. Join our community and stay ahead with exclusive insights from BevNET and Nosh.