18% sales tax threatens dairy sector in Pakistan
The government on Thursday assured a review of the imposition of an 18% sales tax on packaged milk, as it turned out that Pakistan has the highest tax on branded milk in the world and two-thirds of consumers earn less than Rs50,000 a month. The assurance to review the high tax rate was given by…
Dairy production set to rise in 2025 in UK
British milk production is forecast to grow by 1.1% in 2025, according to our latest analysis. The first half of the 2024/25 milk year saw sluggish growth, with wet weather in spring and lower prices leading to reduced yields. However, things started to turn around in September as prices climbed and margins improved. Favourable weather…
Milk supports gut bacteria; cheese shifts microbiome
In a recent study published in the journal Nutrients, researchers in the United States explored the influence of dairy consumption on colonic mucosa-associated gut microbiota. By investigating specific bacterial composition changes linked to dairy intake, they highlighted its implications for individual and public health. Background Did you know that the human gut houses trillions of bacteria that…
Milking” alt-dairy potential: dsm-firmenich displays tech
Swiss-Dutch firm dsm-firmenich is bridging the gap between plant- and dairy-based beverages by “redefining” the alt-dairy experience with technology that imparts authentic, creamy taste while meeting evolving consumer demands. Its Dynarome DA innovation smooths out off-notes from plant proteins while enhancing mouthfeel, and Smart Milk flavor technology imparts rich, buttery notes to bring plant-based milk closer to dairy…
Dairy flush puts everyone in trouble in Nepal
Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli on Sunday said that he has directed private dairies to settle the outstanding dues to farmers, an issue that has remained unresolved for the past two years. However, private dairies argue they are facing a dairy recession, a situation never seen before, and cannot pay farmers even after the prime…
PH, France partner for dairy sector development
The Philippines and France have agreed to strengthen their cooperation in the dairy sector, the Department of Agriculture (DA) announced Saturday. In a news release, the DA announced the recent signing of a memorandum of understanding (MOU) between the National Dairy Authority (NDA) and France-based Phylum SARL for the conduct of a feasibility study for…
Canada rejects NZ dairy protein ‘dumping’ claim
The Canadian government has brushed off criticism from the dairy industry in New Zealand, Australia and the US that it has been dumping dairy products on world markets, saying its exports aren’t on the rise. Otago University international relations professor Robert Patman has meanwhile argued this is not the right time for New Zealand to…
Infant formula: CMA to help parents save money
CMA infant formula study finds that a combination of factors is leading to poor outcomes for parents, who could be saving around £300 a year by switching to a lower priced brand Issues include the design and operation of current regulations and the responses of consumers to advertising which emphasises branding when, in fact, all…
The role of research in dairy industry decarbonisation
With concerns over greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, nutrient management, water usage, and land use, the industry faces mounting pressure to improve its environmental footprint. At the core of these sustainability challenges is animal health, which has a profound impact on dairy production efficiency, economic viability, and environmental sustainability. A recent study published in the Journal of…
Saputo scraps EBITDA target but expects profit lift
Dairy heavyweight Saputo has “withdrawn” a key EBITDA target but suggested a new milk-pricing formula in the US would bring an additional profit benefit. “Market conditions have not stabilised as we had anticipated, making this a prudent decision as we operate in what remains a dynamic consumer environment,” president and CEO Carl Colizza told analysts…