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Danone can't meet US demand for high-protein yogurt
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October 31, 2025
 
 
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Danone can't meet US demand for high-protein yogurt
 
Three bottles of Oikos Protein Shakes, each in a different flavor: vanilla, chocolate and salted caramel.
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Danone is expanding production capacity at several U.S. plants in response to soaring demand for high-protein yogurts, including its high-protein shakes. The company has invested millions to upgrade its Minster, Ohio, facility amid what it calls "explosive growth." Despite these efforts, Danone has faced significant supply constraints, forcing trade-offs in its innovation strategy and limiting the rollout of new products until additional capacity comes online in the coming months.
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