U.S. Livestock Breeders Hit Hard by China Tariffs
The U.S. high-end livestock breeding industry has suffered significant financial setbacks following China's retaliatory tariffs implemented in April 2025. These tariffs, a response to U.S. trade actio...Read More
GDT Dairy Prices Dip 0.9% in Season's Final Auction
The Global Dairy Trade (GDT) auction on May 20, 2025, concluded the 2024/25 season with a 0.9% decline in the price index, signaling a cautious market sentiment. Cheddar cheese experienced a significa...Read More
Plant-Based Dairy Sales Decline Amid Market Challenges
The plant-based dairy sector is experiencing a notable downturn in the U.S. market, with significant declines across various categories. According to SPINS data for the year ending April 20, 2025, the...Read More
Danone Leads Dairy Sector in Methane Reduction Efforts
Danone has announced a significant milestone in its environmental sustainability efforts, achieving a 25% reduction in methane emissions from its fresh milk supply chain since 2020. This progress posi...Read More
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