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…
U.S. Butter Prices Dip in 2025 Amid Milk Supply Constraints
In 2025, U.S. butter prices are projected to average $2.445 per pound, a decrease from the 2024 average of $2.89 per pound. Despite this decline, prices remain significantly higher than pre-2024 levels. The USDA reports that milk production in 2024 decreased by 0.2% to 226 billion pounds, with the average number of milk cows dropping…
Australia Eyes Whey to Curb Dairy Waste
A recent study by the University of Adelaide highlights the untapped potential of whey, a by-product of cheese production, in reducing food waste within Australia’s dairy industry. Whey accounts for approximately 7.5% of the nation’s dairy waste, contributing to the sector’s 14.9% share of Australia’s total food loss. Researcher Jack Hetherington identifies four business models…
Membrane Tech Advances Dairy Efficiency & Sustainability
Recent developments in membrane technology are significantly transforming the dairy industry by enhancing processing efficiency, product quality, and sustainability. Membrane filtration systems, including microfiltration (MF), ultrafiltration (UF), nanofiltration (NF), and reverse osmosis (RO), are increasingly employed for various applications such as milk clarification, protein concentration, and lactose removal. A notable trend is the integration of…
A2 Milk Shows Digestive Benefits in Infants
At the 57th Annual Meeting of the European Society for Paediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition (ESPGHAN) held in Helsinki from May 14–17, 2025, new research sponsored by The a2 Milk Company highlighted potential health benefits of A1 protein-free milk for mothers and infants. The first study involved 25 breastfeeding mothers who consumed A1 protein-free milk….
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 actions, have led to the abrupt cancellation of lucrative export deals, particularly with China, a major importer of American animal genetics since its 2018 African swine fever crisis. Dr….