CDI will purchase ownership rights from Agri-Mark, Inc. and O-AT-KA Milk Products.

The funds will go toward research, packaging development and analyzing consumer receptiveness.

David Lynn took on the role once Bill Beaton, Agri-Mark's CEO for more than 12 years, stepped down.

Occupational injury and illness performance statistics from OSHA factored into the selection process.

Alongside the Farm Powered Strategic Alliance (FPSA) and Dairy Farmers of America, manufacturers commit to food waste reduction and repurposing, and decarbonization.