Canada U-turns on supply management policy protection
A bill that would make Canada’s supply management policy non-negotiable in trade talks is quickly progressing through parliament
Butter & spreads
Export secrets: How Millbrook Dairy navigates trade barriers to tap global dairy demand
The British dairy exporter faced Brexit, COVID-19, the Red Sea crisis and US tariffs, but rising global demand for premium cheese and butter brings optimism
How EU’s butterfat shortage is influencing global dairy markets
Market seasonality typically means that cream availability improves in November and December as milk output increases and fresh demand softens – but demand for cheese is set to keep EU butterfat supplies tight.
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Butter Buds expands beyond butter, focuses on dairy concentrates
Butter Buds, a supplier of dairy concentrates and flavor solutions, is rebranding itself to reflect its expanded product line and focus on meeting the evolving needs of the dairy and non-dairy markets, Mike Ivey, national sales director at Butter Buds...
Saputo admits ‘margarine paper’ is useless – and ditches it
The dairy manufacturer is set to phase-out the paper covers that live under the lids of branded spreads like Clover and Utterly Butterly – here’s why.
How Challenge Dairy leaned on YouTube influencers to propel Danish Creamery from heritage to all-the-rage
We spoke to Challenge Dairy president Michael Burdeny to find out what drove the company’s latest promotional strategy.
‘Irish dairy can grow’: Bord Bia optimistic despite dip in exports during ‘very tough’ 2023
While Irish butter exports to the US continued to grow and demand from the Middle East increased, the Irish Food Board recorded a decline in dairy exports across all key regions in 2023.
Watered-down and remixed: French authorities find ‘anomalies’ in butter composition, labeling
The French consumer affairs authority criticized butter producers’ and manufacturers’ lack of regulatory knowledge after an investigation showed ‘anomalies’ in the quality of some butters.
Butter’s time to shine? The innovations churning up traditional spreads
After decades of ‘very little’ innovation by heritage brands, is butter (and its plant-based counterparts) having a moment? FoodNavigator investigates.
US butterfat is experiencing a resurgence – and trade opportunities await
CoBank lead economist for dairy Corey Geiger believes the ‘butterfat boom’ is set to provide exciting opportunities for dairy producers and consumers alike.
‘Consumers are loving the simplicity’: Kerrygold predicts edible gifting ‘resurgence’ and plans to launch 1lb butter sticks in the US
The Ornua-owned brand says taste and convenience remain top-of-the-mind for consumers as it lauds the ‘strong performance’ of its new flavored offerings and reveals that large-format butter sticks are coming soon.
British organic butter brand All Things Butter aims to disrupt the market with ‘chef-led approach’
Founded by chef duo Thomas Straker and Toby Hopkinson, All Things Butter has secured pre-seed funding of more than $650,000, but will their product defy the market conditions that have seen consumers consistently trading down on premium butter?
Plant-based Philadelphia set for nationwide roll-out in the US
Following a pilot in the southeast US, the dairy alternative of the popular cream cheese spread will soon be available from major retailers across the US.
Arla Foods risks another bout of consumer backlash with shrunk Lurpak spreadable
The dairy co-operative has said the decision to cut down the size of its 500g Lurpak Spreadable Slightly Salted was informed by consumer research.
Arla eyes block butter category growth with new Lurpak size despite 'shrinkflation' claims
The dairy co-operative said the price per volume for its new 200g blocks has remained the same, but retailers have the final word when it comes to on-shelf pricing.
As commodity prices slide, dairies brace for collapsing farmgate milk prices
More than a year on from Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, dairy commodity prices have started to recover from the highs experienced in 2022. But as the market adjusts, processors find themselves under increasing pressure to reduce farmgate milk prices.
Dairy alternatives: General Mills shuts down Bold Cultr, Daiya to invest in fermentation
We round up some of the latest news in the dairy alternatives sector.
‘Not a Big Ad: Behind Land O’Lakes’ first Super Bowl commercial
Aired during one of the most-watched sporting events in the world, the co-op’s TV advert tackles major misconceptions about farming while reminding consumers where the food on their tables comes from.
Kerry’s nutrition division trumps dairy on volume, revenue growth
Dairy volumes in 2022 were similar to 2021 levels, with lower category volumes within Dairy Consumer Products amidst ‘significant price increases’.
‘Sold deceptively’: Indian regulator warns against plant-based ghee, butter products carrying 'dairy terms'
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has told food bosses to check if they sell ‘vegan ghee’ or ‘vegan butter’ products, calling branding that contains dairy terminology ‘misleading’.
“Our goal is to bring the ‘comfort’ back into comfort foods”: Meyenberg maker Jackson-Mitchell to merge with Redwood Hill Farm
The US dairy goat companies are joining forces under Darey Brands to strengthen milk supply and boost efficiencies.
US butter supply: ‘We’ve seen bigger deficits before’
A perfect storm of lower production and higher exports and demand has fuelled consumer fears that butter would be of short supply right before the winter holidays. Fear not, says IDFA.
China’s Yili invests in ‘largest overseas butter factory’ in New Zealand
Chinese dairy giant Yili Group has opened what it describes as the ‘largest overseas butter factory’ built by a Chinese dairy company.
‘The end of all uncertainties is not yet in sight’: FrieslandCampina adjusts portfolio across Europe and Asia in face of ‘great uncertainty’
Dairy cooperative FrieslandCamina has completed a series of investments and divestitures as it works to optimise its production network and brand portfolio in the face of ‘great uncertainty’ in the global dairy markets. Developments include the sale of...
Milk Moovement talks dairy digital disruption: ‘Once the data is in front of us, the possibilities are endless’
Milk Moovement is a software as a service (SaaS) company developing innovative digital solutions for the dairy supply chain. Its aim is to get the right milk, to the right place, at the right time. We caught up with CEO and Co-Founder Robert Forsythe to...
Fungi-based butter: Mycoprotein maker develops ‘first prototype’ for alt dairy applications
Mycorena claims to have made the first mycoprotein butter prototype. FoodNavigator catches up with CEO Ram Nair to find out how.
Arla calls for ‘urgent action’ to tackle labour shortage in wake of Lurpak price controversy
Dairy cooperative Arla Foods has warned of a ‘chronic shortage’ of qualified farm workers in the UK, an issue it said is contributing to price inflation in the dairy sector.
DMK’s climate targets: ‘This is about the credibility of an entire industry’
DMK Group has committed to new climate targets under the Science Based Target Initiative (SBTi). The dairy cooperative’s CEO explains that action is needed to drive down dairy emissions in order to safeguard the reputation of the ‘entire’ dairy industry.
Carbon neutral milk brand expands to Target and Sprouts, plans move into butter this summer
Neutral Foods – which debuted in 2021 with carbon neutral organic, pasture-raised milk – has picked up distribution at 370+ Sprouts stores nationwide and 200+ Target stores on the west coast, after securing nationwide listings at Whole Foods last year,...
Land O'Lakes and Bel Brands expand dairy farming sustainability program
Land O'Lakes, in a partnership with Bel Brands USA, is expanding its three-year pilot program focused on sustainable farming and animal feed production to five additional farms, ranging in size from 450 to 2,000 cows.
‘Wellness, sustainability and food security’: The emerging leadership opportunities for US dairy
US dairy has an opportunity to innovate, demonstrate sustainability progress and, ultimately, lead the dairy sector, the Dairy Sustainability Alliance heard last week.
Arla raises farmgate milk price after warning higher food prices still to come
Arla UK has raised its farmgate milk price following a warning that food inflation is set to continue in the country.
California Milk Advisory Board seeking dairy innovators ‘to create a meaningful difference’
The California Milk Advisory Board (CMAB) is bringing back its annual dairy innovation competition for the fourth year running.
China dairy growth: Rising consumer income and increased functional product innovation yields large leap
China’s dairy industry witnessed a large growth in per capita consumption in 2021, backed by rising consumer incomes and firms responding to current trends with the development of functional products.
A third of European 18-35-year-olds consuming ‘more dairy’ than three years ago, claims Tate & Lyle
Young people are eating more dairy and dairy alternatives, suggests research.
Innovation, added-value help offset inflation threats in dairy – but what do consumers want?
Dairy innovation that delivers added-value is becoming increasingly important as inflation rises and shoppers look to justify higher prices for products across the board – including for staples, such as dairy, that previously may taken for granted their...
‘Breaking the bottleneck’: Mengniu urges Chinese government to do more to boost dairy self-sufficiency amid consumption drive
Chinese dairy heavyweight Mengniu has urged the government to focus efforts on boosting local dairy self-sufficiency alongside its efforts to increase consumption, highlighting that a dependence on dairy imports is not an effective food security strategy...
US launch for Anchor Organic carbonzero Certified Butter
Anchor Dairy, the consumer brand of New Zealand dairy cooperative Fonterra, is marking Earth Day with the launch of its Organic carbonzero Certified Butter.
What’s new? New product launches for March
It's the time of the month when we have a look at some of the launches from the dairy and dairy alternatives space.
Dairy Dialog podcast 173: Fortress Technology, STOP Foodborne Illness, Wipak
It’s another three-interview podcast this week, as we have conversations with Steve Gidman, president of Fortress Technology Inc.; Wipak UK’s technical development manager, Keith Gater; and Stop Foodborne Illness CEO, Mitzi Baum.
Cheese ingredient supplier Whitehall Specialties becomes Ornua Ingredients North America
Wisconsin-based Whitehall Specialties Inc. (WSI), a cheese ingredient company, is now officially named Ornua Ingredients North America (OINA).
Wipak UK launching recyclable paper butter wrap
Packaging supplier Wipak UK is set to launch a UK-first recyclable paper wrap for butter, which can be recycled at kerbside within the paper waste stream and boasts a 68% carbon footprint reduction when compared to market-standard wraps...
CULT Food Science invests in African precision fermentation company De Novo Dairy
CULT Food Science Corp., an investment platform with an exclusive focus on cellular agriculture, has completed an early-stage investment in De Novo Dairy.
Kerry revenue rises by 8%
Kerry has published its 2021 financial report, which shows group revenue of €7.4bn ($8.41bn) reflecting 8.0% volume growth.
Fonterra, NZX and EEX to partner on GDT
Fonterra has agreed a strategic partnership with New Zealand’s Exchange (NZX) and the European Energy Exchange (EEX) to each take ownership stakes in Global Dairy Trade (GDT) alongside the dairy coop.
Aldi contest looks for new dairy products
Supermarket chain Aldi has launched Grow With Aldi, a UK competition to discover and ultimately stock new products from the UK’s best small and medium food and drink businesses.
Arla sees increase in revenue
Arla UK said its business delivered a solid performance throughout 2021 despite continued disruptions from the pandemic, labor shortages and renewed market volatility created by high inflation.
Cornish dairy business continues to grow
Trewithen Dairy, a UK dairy producer, and the trading name of Cornish Farm Dairy Limited, has announced its results for the year ended April 30, 2021.
Maxum Foods publishes February global dairy commodity update
Global dairy commodity prices have reached historical highs and will remain under the strong influence of tight milk supplies, keeping commodity values at long-term highs, at least until the strength of the northern hemisphere spring flush is known, said...
IDFA, Port of Los Angeles, and CMA CGM to work together to boost US dairy exports
The International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA), the Port of Los Angeles, and shipping and logistics company CMA CGM have formed a Dairy Exports Working Group aimed at identifying and addressing supply chain issues hampering US dairy product exports.