U.S. Milk Futures Surge Amid Seasonal Demand
Class III milk futures in the United States have experienced a significant uptick, driven by seasonal demand and rising cheese prices. The surge is attributed to a combination of factors, including in...Read More
Kuwait's FMD Outbreak Cuts Milk Output, Prices Soar
A recent outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) has severely impacted Kuwait's dairy sector, leading to a significant reduction in milk production and a sharp increase in prices. The disease has aff...Read More
Better Dairy Develops Animal-Free Osteopontin
UK-based startup Better Dairy has achieved a significant milestone by producing osteopontin—a bioactive protein prevalent in human milk—through precision fermentation using genetically engineered yeas...Read More
Dairy Giants Lag on Methane Cuts, Report Finds
A recent report by the Changing Markets Foundation reveals that major global dairy companies are inadequately addressing methane emissions, a potent greenhouse gas contributing significantly to climat...Read More
Dairy prices on fire in recent global trade auction-will it last?
Much to the benefit of New Zealand, whole milk powder is faring better than other global commodities like crude oil at the moment, despite ongoing geopolitical uncertainty. The global dairy trade auc...Read More
Smart Lactation Pad Detects Acetaminophen in Breast Milk
Researchers at the University of Southern California (USC) have developed a pioneering lactation pad equipped with real-time sensing technology to detect acetaminophen levels in breast milk. This inno...Read More
Asahi's 'LIKE MILK': Japan's First Yeast-Derived Dairy Alternative
Asahi Group Japan has introduced 'LIKE MILK', the nation's first yeast-derived, dairy-free milk alternative. Developed using proprietary yeast technology, this beverage aims to cater to consumers seek...Read More
Dairy Fraud Risks Escalate in Q1 2025: FOODAKAI Index Flags Early Warning Signs
The FOODAKAI Global Food Fraud Index for Q1 2025 has identified a concerning uptick in dairy-related fraud incidents, signaling potential challenges ahead for the dairy industry. While the number of r...Read More
Grass-Based Feeding Strategies Enhance Dairy Sustainability
A recent study published in the Journal of Dairy Science investigates the impact of summer forage shortages on dairy systems, comparing traditional semi-mountainous grass-based systems with corn-based...Read More
LAB Offer Natural Solution to Enhance Plant-Based Dairy Products
Recent research from the Technical University of Denmark highlights the potential of lactic acid bacteria (LAB) to improve the sensory and nutritional qualities of plant-based dairy alternatives. The...Read More
Global Dairy Prices Surge: WMP Hits Highest Since April 2022
In the latest Global Dairy Trade (GDT) auction, global dairy prices experienced a significant upswing, with the overall price index rising by 4.6% to an average of US$4,516 per metric tonne. This mark...Read More
NZ’s School Milk Programme enables Export of Nutritional Dairy Products
A new Indonesian school milk programme is expected to significantly increase the country’s total dairy consumption, creating opportunities for New Zealand and other global dairy players, according t...Read More