# Lactose-Free Hybrid Milks Dairy Farmers of America Released Blended Dairy and Plant-Based Milks By Elena Rahman | Published 2021-10-26 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dairy-and-plantbased-milks References: [smartbrief](https://www.smartbrief.com/s/2020/11/dfa-debuts-dairy-plant-based-milk-hybrid) & [dfamilk](https://www.dfamilk.com/)  [Dairy Farmers of America](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/milk50-by-dairypure) released dairy and plant-based milks under the [Live](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vital-minerals) Real Farms banner. The new product features a 50/50 blend of dairy and plant-based products for a deliciously creamy taste. In addition, the hybrid milk product is lactose-free, making it ideal for those with lactose sensitivities. The Dairy+ brand leverages the creamy texture and [high protein content of dairy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alta-dena-protein-milk) in combination with the low-sugar content of almond and oat milks. By combining the benefits from both types of milk, the Dairy Farmers of America create a healthy, nutritious, and flavorful blend. The lactose-free product is ideal for use in coffee and tea, for baking, and for enjoying on its own as a creamy beverage. Image Credit: Dairy Farmers of America ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.7/10 - Popularity: 45% | Activity: 57% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Drinking](https://www.trendhunter.com/drinking) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Hybrid Milk Products:** Opportunity for creating dairy and plant-based hybrid products with a focus on lactose-free options. - **Combination Beverages:** Opportunity for creating beverages that combine the benefits of multiple ingredients to create unique flavors and nutritional profiles. - **Healthy and Nutritious Options:** Opportunity for creating products that balance taste and nutrition with a focus on low-sugar content, high protein and other nutritional benefits. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Dairy and Plant-based Milk Production:** Opportunity for companies to create dairy-plant hybrids for products that balance taste and nutrition while catering especially to people with lactose intolerance. - **Coffee and Tea Industry:** Opportunity for companies to innovate with new types of lactose-free creamers and milk alternatives for the large and rapidly growing non-dairy beverage consumer market. - **Bakery Industry:** Opportunity for companies to create lactose-free milk alternatives for bakery products catering to people with lactose sensitivities and conscious consumers seeking healthier options. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Hybrid Oat Milks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lactantia-milk-n-oats.md) - [Hybrid Dairy Milk Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/albert-heijn-milk-products.md) - [Lactose-Free Dairy Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prairie-farms-1.md) - [Animal-Free Milk Alternatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/betterland-cowfree-milk.md) - [Hybrid Dairy Compounds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fiilddairy.md) - [Low-Calorie Nutrient-Packed Milks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/milk50-by-dairypure.md) - [Flavorful Lactose-Free Creamers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lactosefree-creamers.md) - [Animal-Free Milk Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/betterland-milk.md) - [Luscious Plant Milks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lilk.md)