Los Angeles-based Califia Farms is kicking off the new year with a variety of new dairy-free beverages that expand the brand’s existing product offering of plant milks, creamers, brewed-to-blend coffees, and barista products using ingredients like almonds, oats, coconuts and more.

Elmhurst 1925 introduced its new seasonal OatNog and plant-based creamers in Pumpkin Spice and Caramel Macchiato for the holiday season. 

Yoi, which means "good" in Japanese, launched in Bay Area independent grocers this month with its Probiotic Nut & Seedmilks line. 

Take Two Foods, an upcycled foods company creating second chances for people and the planet, released Barleymilk in Original and Unsweetened varieties. 

Good Karma Foods launched Plantmilk, a blend of oat, flax and peas. 

Califia Farms, Los Angeles, announced the passing of its founder and executive director, Greg Steltenpohl. “It is with a heavy heart we share the news of the passing of our company’s founder, Greg Steltenpohl. He built the Califia Farms brand from the ground up with a passion for nourishing people and the planet. Greg touched so many lives on his plant-fueled journey to make the world a healthier place. He will be profoundly missed. We tip our hats to our visionary founder,” the statement said.

Silk, a brand of Danone North America, released Silk Ultra, which features 20 grams of complete plant-based protein.

Female, minority-founded and family-run brand Táche launched its pistachio milk in the United States.