Global Dairy Sector Eyes Growth Amid Challenges
The global dairy industry enters 2025 with cautious optimism, balancing growth prospects against persistent challenges. Key factors influencing this outlook include: Production Trends: Major dairy-producing regions anticipate modest increases in milk production. For instance, British milk production is forecasted to grow by over 1% in 2025, rebounding from earlier setbacks due to unfavorable weather and…
Trendy products driving dairy purchases in China
Chinese consumers are no longer satisfied with simply drinking more milk, and they are focusing on better quality dairy items. The popularity of trendy dairy products such as milk tea and yogurt ice cream has contributed to the overall growth of dairy product consumption, according to a new report. Chinese consumers have changed from passive…
Nigeria to double milk output to 1.4 mln tons within 5 years
The strategy includes a national livestock council and a six-pillar growth program. Public-private partnerships with firms like Arla and Promasidor drive sector momentum. Nigeria, the largest milk and dairy market in West Africa, is advancing a strategy to boost local production and reduce import dependence. Minister of Livestock Development Idi Mukhtar Maiha announced that the…
India’s FPOs: Unlocking Dairy Sector Potential
A comprehensive study published in Nature examines the evolution and challenges of Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs) in India, highlighting their transformative role in the agricultural sector, including dairy. Analyzing 64 peer-reviewed articles from 2002 to 2023, the research underscores the significance of FPOs in enhancing market access, financial inclusion, and technological adoption for small and…
Australian Dairy Farmers Disheartened by Low Milk Prices
Australian dairy farmers are expressing deep concern over the recently announced opening farm gate milk prices for the upcoming financial year. Despite a slight increase from the previous year, with prices ranging between $8.60 and $9.20 per kilogram of milk solids, many farmers argue that these rates fall short of covering escalating production costs. The…
GDT Event 381: Dairy Prices See Mixed Movements
The Global Dairy Trade (GDT) Event 381, held on June 3, 2025, showcased varied trends across key dairy commodities. The overall GDT Price Index experienced a slight uptick of 1.6%, reaching an average weighted price of $4,385 per metric ton. A total of 16,718 metric tons of dairy products were sold, predominantly comprising Whole Milk…
Nanobubbles Revolutionize Dairy Wastewater Treatment
South Dakota State University (SDSU) researchers have introduced nanobubble technology to enhance dairy wastewater treatment, offering a sustainable and chemical-free solution. Associate Professor Maneesha Mohan and her team applied this innovation at Valley Queen Cheese in Milbank, South Dakota, achieving significant improvements in wastewater quality. Nanobubbles, being 2,500 times smaller than a grain of salt,…
China’s Milk Output Falls Amid Shifting Consumer Tastes
China’s dairy industry is experiencing its first production decline in five years, with liquid milk output dropping 2.8% to 27.4 million tons in 2024. Total dairy product output also fell by 1.9% to 29.6 million tons, marking a significant shift from the previous years’ growth trends. This downturn is attributed to evolving consumer preferences and…
Nepal lifts ban on select dairy imports from India
Nepal has recently lifted a partial ban on the import of specific dairy products from India, notably whey and certain varieties of cheese. This decision follows a bilateral agreement reached during the Nepal-India Inter-Governmental Committee (IGC) meeting on Trade, Transit, and Cooperation to Combat Unauthorised Trade held in Kathmandu in January 2025. The initial ban,…
Dairy Executives Prioritize Costs and AI Amid 2025 Optimism
McKinsey & Company’s seventh annual U.S. Dairy Leadership Survey, conducted in late 2024 with over 100 industry executives, reveals a sector under pressure yet hopeful for 2025. Key challenges include reduced herd sizes, inflation, labor shortages, and the emergence of avian influenza in North American cows in March 2024. Additionally, shifting international trade policies have…