Dairy Management Inc. opens 2027 New Product Competition

Dairy Management Inc. (DMI) has opened entries for its 2027 New Product Competition, targeting undergraduate and graduate students at U.S. colleges and universities. The competition challenges participants to develop innovative dairy-based products designed to provide sustained energy, addressing consumer trends that favor consistent stamina and fatigue reduction over quick energy boosts.

To qualify, products must consist of more than 51% dairy ingredients by weight and serve as a good source of dairy protein. The competition offers a total of $27,000 in cash prizes, including a $10,000 Platinum Dairy Innovator Award for first place. The submission deadline is February 1, 2027.