Organic Valley’s Stringles organic string cheese has been named a winner in the 2026 Good Housekeeping Snack Awards, giving the US organic dairy brand additional recognition in the competitive snack category. The award was announced on 16 June as part of Good Housekeeping’s annual assessment of food and snack products.

The awards programme evaluated hundreds of products through a combination of nutrition analysis, ingredient reviews and consumer taste testing. More than 2,000 testers participated in the selection process, with winners chosen based on taste, quality, nutritional profile and innovation.

Organic Valley said its Stringles organic string cheese was recognised for its taste, texture and overall product quality. The individually wrapped cheese snacks contain seven grams of protein per serving and are sold through grocery retailers across the United States.

Why this matters

Awards alone rarely change the competitive landscape, but they can influence consumer perception and support retailer discussions. As supermarkets expand premium, organic and high-protein ranges, third-party recognition can help brands strengthen their position in crowded dairy categories. The announcement also reflects the continued growth of better-for-you snacking, a trend shaping product development across the US FMCG sector.

The recognition comes as protein-rich and nutrition-focused snacks continue to gain momentum across the US grocery market. Dairy-based snacks, including cheese portions, yoghurt products and high-protein offerings, remain a key area of innovation as manufacturers respond to changing consumer preferences.

Organic Valley is one of the largest farmer-owned organic cooperatives in the United States, representing more than 1,500 organic family farms. The cooperative produces a range of dairy, egg and organic food products distributed through supermarkets and grocery retailers nationwide.

While the award is unlikely to have a significant impact on the wider FMCG market, it provides additional visibility for Organic Valley’s snack portfolio at a time when retailers continue to expand premium, organic and protein-focused food ranges.

Stringles organic string cheese is available through grocery retailers across the United States.

Editor’s Note: This article is based on information published by Organic Valley and details released through the Good Housekeeping 2026 Snack Awards programme. Additional industry context was added by the grocery trade news editorial team.