China’s falling birth rate impacting infant milk industry in Ireland
THE impact of the falling birth rate in China on the infant milk formula industry in Ireland was raised in the Dáil. Ireland is one of the leading manufacturers of…
No, the USDA hasn’t banned chocolate milk in schools
Chocolate milk has long been a staple beverage in school cafeterias, but recent stories about a potential U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) ban on chocolate milk in schools has some…
EU Parliament votes against plant-based milks in schools
Members of the European Parliament has voted not to include plant-based drinks in schools, in a “significant blow” to children who cannot or do not want to consume milk. According…
Dairy prices, volumes fall at auction – GDT events
International milk prices and volumes fell in this month’s second Global Dairy Trade (GDT) auction on Tuesday. The GDT Price Index was down 0.9%, with an average selling price of…
WHO advises not to use non-sugar sweeteners for weight control
The World Health Organization (WHO) has released a new guideline on non-sugar sweeteners (NSS), which recommends against the use of NSS to control body weight or reduce the risk of…
EXOSOMM Looks to the Benefits of Mother’s Milk
BioFoodTech start-up EXOSOMM, Ltd., has explored the natural mechanismsinherent in human breastmilk to create a novel bioactive ingredient that can potentiallysupport millions of adults with inflammatory disorders. Based on its…
Is ban on export of dairy products from Armenia to Russia political ?
For more than a month there has been a ban on the export of dairy products from Armenia to Russia. In Russia, this decision was justified by “the use of Iranian raw materials…
Which drink is best for hydration? Hint: It isn’t water
When you’re thirsty and in need of a drink, which beverages are best at keeping you hydrated ? Sure, you can always reach for a glass of water — but…
Potato based Milk Is An Unexpectedly Delicious Dairy Alternative
Plant-based milks are quite popular these days, and for lots of great reasons. People who are lactose intolerant experience digestive issues when drinking cow’s milk, so plant-based products are a…
Big Fall in FAO Dairy Price Index prevented by Chinese purchase
The FAO Dairy Price Index averaged 124.6 points in April, down 2.2 points (1.7 percent) from March and 22.1 points (15.1 percent) from its level one year ago. In April, international…