Change up your cheese

Solving Cheddar Challenges, Part 1

What separates a truly standout cheddar from one that stays put on the shelves? In part one of this two-part cheddar series, our experts Danny O'Regan and Sean Kevan break down how starter cultures drive consistent acidification, robust phage management, and outstanding flavor development – from mild cheddars to premium mature varieties. They also explore the innovative Flavor Wheel adjunct system – a smarter way for producers to craft distinctive profiles that meet evolving consumer demands. Curious to learn how cultures can change up your cheddar? Listen now, and stay tuned for part two, where we’ll shift our focus to enzymes.

Stretch out your mozzarella knowledge!

Join our application experts Sofia Lara and Kees Muijlwijk as they unlock the secrets behind mozzarella's iconic stretchiness in this episode of Change Up Your Cheese! Together, they explore how to strike the perfect balance between taste, texture, efficiency, yield, quality, and shelf life — showcasing the solutions and expertise that bring real progress to cheese makers everywhere. Whether you're looking to improve your mozzarella process or simply want to deepen your cheese knowledge, Sofia and Kees have the answers you've been looking for. Tune in and stretch your mozzarella knowledge today! Download Mozarella Playbook [https://www.dsm-firmenich.com/en/businesses/taste-texture-health/markets-products/dairy/downloads/master-mozzarella-playbook.html?utm_source=linkedin&utm_medium=social_ad&utm_campaign=Podcast_Mozzarella_Cheese_&utm_term=Podcast_Cheese_Mozzarella_Cheese_Global&utm_content=insights_25022026&utm_vehicle=Podcast_Mozzarella_Cheese]