Arla Warns of Falling Dairy Prices as Supply Surges
European dairy giant Arla Foods has signalled a downward trajectory for global dairy prices in the coming quarters, warning that an ongoing surge in milk supply from major producing regions could outpace current demand and exert downward pressure on commodity values. The company’s latest forecasting commentary reflects tightening dynamics in key segments such as skim…
GLP-1 Dairy Innovation Emerges in Functional Nutrition Trend
The global dairy and ingredients industry is witnessing a new wave of product innovation focused on GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1) — a hormone linked to appetite regulation, metabolic health and satiety — as manufacturers explore dairy-derived proteins and peptides that can support wellness benefits beyond traditional nutrition. This trend, highlighted in a recent Food Ingredients First…
GDT 398: Dairy Prices Extend Rally as Global Demand Strengthens
Event 398 of the Global Dairy Trade (GDT) — held on 17 February 2026 — delivered another positive result for international dairy commodity markets, marking the second consecutive price increase after a prolonged downturn that lasted through much of 2025. The overall GDT Price Index rose by 3.6 %, lifting the average winning price to…
Gloria buys Saputo Argentina
Peruvian company Gloria strengthens its regional presence with a major acquisition in Argentina. Peruvian firm Gloria Foods S.A. has announced an agreement to acquire 80% of the shares of Molfino Hermanos S.A., commercially known as Saputo Argentina, in a deal valued at approximately US$500 million. The transaction, reached with Canada-based Saputo Inc., also includes the transfer of the company’s commercial…
An unexpected link between cheese and dementia-Study
Higher intake of full-fat cheese and cream was linked to a lower dementia risk in a large Swedish study, though only in certain groups. Experts say the results likely reflect overall diet and lifestyle, not a magic effect of dairy. Credit: Shutterstock A major long-term study from Sweden found that middle-aged and older adults who ate…
UK dairy farmers could face import pressure from India
Dairy farmers could face increased import competition under the UK’s new trade deal with India, MPs have warned during a debate in parliament. Concerns were raised that the agreement could open the British dairy market to Indian products without delivering meaningful new export opportunities for UK cheeses and other dairy goods in return. The debate…
China Sets New Dairy Tariffs on EU Imports After Probe
China will impose anti-subsidy duties ranging from 7.4 % to 11.7 % on certain dairy products imported from the European Union, effective 13 February 2026, the country’s Ministry of Commerce announced following the conclusion of an 18-month investigation into alleged subsidies on EU dairy exports. The tariffs, which will remain in force for five years,…
UK Supreme Court Bans “Milk” Label for Oatly’s Plant Drink
In a landmark ruling that has shaken the global plant-based beverage industry, the **UK Supreme Court has upheld a long-running legal battle that bars Swedish oat-drink maker Oatly from using the term **“milk” and slogans such as “post-milk generation” in its branding. The decision stems from objections by dairy industry bodies — particularly UK and…
EU Dairy Farmers Urge Voluntary Milk Cut Scheme to Stabilise Prices
Dairy farmers across European Union member states are calling for the activation of a voluntary milk reduction programme to help address persistent milk price volatility and supply imbalances in the region’s dairy markets. The proposal — driven by grassroots producer organisations and farm unions — aims to curtail excess milk production in order to reduce…
Private Sector Can Drive Climate Action in Livestock Value Chains
A new research review published in npj Sustainable Agriculture explores how private-sector engagement can support greenhouse gas (GHG) mitigation in ruminant livestock value chains across Africa, offering lessons that hold relevance for dairy sectors globally. The study highlights that while smallholder producers are central to dairy and beef economies, they often lack bargaining power and…