While pricing have flattened, pounds are coming back to dairy. Private Label is outpacing brands in 8 out of 15 categories. This is down from 12 out of 15 from April. Brands in categories like yogurt, whipped toppings, rfg dips and rfg desserts are having a more difficult time differentiating themselves compared to the cheaper private label option. Although Private Label acceptance will continue to be strong as consumers see many categories as commodities where private label is equal to branded products. Brands can fight this narrative with effective differentiation, innovation, clear benefits and claims, and lastly by winning pricing and promotion strategies.