MILK SALES SWIRL LIKE FALL WINDS: While milk category declines 1.2%, dollar sales of $19.6B are strong.

The article discusses the mixed results of the milk category, with overall sales declining slightly but certain segments, such as "all other" refrigerated milk, showing growth. Topics discussed include the decline in refrigerated non-dairy milk, the success of value-added functional milks, and the impact of consumer trends like the growing preference for minimally processed dairy products.