The dairy industry’s outsized political influence in Canada
Canada’s dairy sector wields considerable political power despite not matching the growth rate of other large agricultural industries Canada’s dairy farms are growing in size and shrinking in number, and the sector has failed to grow at the same rate as other large agricultural industries. Yet dairy farmers are largely protected from international competition by…
NZ Dairy Farmers Slash Debt as milk price hits $10/kgMS
New Zealand dairy farmers have significantly reduced their debt levels, repaying over NZ$1.5 billion in the last 12 months despite a challenging year marked by reduced milk payouts and rising input costs. This marks a significant shift in financial behavior within the sector, emphasizing risk mitigation amid global price volatility. According to Rabobank’s latest agribusiness…
Adviser Farida emphasises national policy for fair milk prices
Fisheries and Livestock Adviser Farida Akhter on Saturday said for the sustainable development of the livestock and dairy sector, it is important to formulate a national policy to determine fair price of milk. “Farmers work very hard to raise cattle, but they are not receiving fair prices for their milk. Additionally, the cost of cattle…
China’s Baby Boom Fuels Dairy & Biotech Growth
China’s birth rate subsidies, once dismissed as a stopgap measure, are now catalyzing a seismic shift in global markets. With infant formula consumption surging and policy tailwinds driving demand for premium ingredients like human milk oligosaccharides (HMOs), strategic investors are eyeing two sectors: European biotech firms with HMO production patents and undervalued Chinese dairy stocks…
Heatwaves Slash Milk Yields Across Europe
Europe’s dairy industry is under severe stress due to unprecedented heatwaves, particularly in Italy, France, and Spain. In Italy’s Lombardy region—Europe’s dairy hub—milk production has fallen by 10–15%, equating to 1.8 million litres lost per day. In Molise, the drop is sharper, reaching 30% on some farms. Drought and rising temperatures have affected feed and…
Dairy price dip won’t last long – expert
An analyst says the new season dip in global dairy prices is likely to be temporary.Dairy prices fell for the fourth consecutive auction overnight, with the average price down more than 4 percent to US$4274. The price of wholemilk powder, which strongly influences the payouts for local farmers, fell more than 5 percent, while butter…
Study Flags Dairy’s Impact on Sleep Quality for lactose intolerant
A recent study published in Scientific Reports has found a correlation between high dairy intake and disrupted sleep patterns in certain individuals. Using sleep tracking data from over 36,000 people and dietary logs, researchers observed that consumption of full-fat dairy, especially at night, could interfere with REM sleep due to digestion-related discomfort or casein protein…
GDT price index fell by 4.1% which is largest in 2025
GDT price index fall by 4.1% is highest in this year. Here is a summary of the results from the latest GDT Trading Event.As expected the index plummeted by 4.1% . It was slightly more than the expectations. Major agencies including Rabobank are also suggesting a cautious approach . The major reason being that the traction…
China’s Appetite for Dairy Imports Continues to Cool
Demand for dairy has been falling in China for some time as the country tries to meet more of its demand internally, but a push to become self-sufficient is only part of the story, according to Betty Berning, analyst with the Daily Dairy Report. “Ongoing economic headwinds, including those related to real estate and weak consumer…
Europe Dairy Innovation: Health, Sustainability, Plant-Based Surge
European dairy and alternative beverage markets are undergoing robust transformation, propelled by shifting consumer priorities and innovative product strategies: 1. Health & Functionality A strong consumer focus on gut health, immunity, and wellness is driving a rise in fortified and probiotic-enriched offerings—plant-based and conventional alike . Yogurt, kefir, and milk variants now routinely carry probiotic…