Lifeway Foods Announces Expansion into French Market
Mango Lifeway Kefir Now Available at Costco in France
MORTON GROVE, Ill., July 01, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lifeway Foods, Inc. (Nasdaq: LWAY) (“Lifeway” or “the Company”), the leading U.S. manufacturer of kefir and fermented probiotic products, announced today the brand’s first expansion of kefir distribution into the French market with a listing at Costco France. The initial offering of 250ml mango Lifeway Kefir bottles is now shipping and available on shelves.
“Fermented dairy foods such as kefir have been a staple of the French diet for generations,” said Lifeway CEO Julie Smolyansky. “We are pleased to introduce the U.S. kefir leader, Lifeway, to this sophisticated marketplace. Costco is known as an innovative retailer with loyal shoppers who count on finding the highest quality assortment in each category, so I’m confident that we’re positioned to replicate U.S. success with our global expansion goals.”
According to the global kefir market is expected to hit $1.23 billion USD by 2027. To support the marketing efforts in the French market, Lifeway has launched @ on Instagram with updates, recipes and more.
About Lifeway Foods
Lifeway Foods, Inc., which has been recognized as one of Forbes' Best Small Companies, is America's leading supplier of the probiotic, fermented beverage known as kefir. In addition to its line of drinkable kefir, the company also produces cheese and a ProBugs line for kids. Lifeway's tart and tangy fermented dairy products are now sold across the United States, Mexico, Ireland, France and the United Kingdom. Learn how Lifeway is good for more than just you at .
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Company Contact:
Derek Miller
847-967-1010
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