Israelis Consume More Dairy and Dairy Alternatives
Israel’s dairy market is witnessing simultaneous growth in both traditional dairy consumption and dairy alternatives, reflecting rapidly evolving consumer preferences driven by health awareness, convenience and food-tech innovation. New market figures show Israelis are increasing consumption of cheese, yoghurt, protein-rich dairy products and plant-based alternatives at the same time, creating one of the region’s most…
Danone Shuts US Plant-Based Beverage Factory
French food giant is set to close its dairy-alternatives manufacturing facility in Bridgeton, New Jersey, as part of a broader restructuring and manufacturing consolidation strategy across its North American operations. According to reports from Just Drinks and regional business media, the plant closure will affect around 114 employees, with operations scheduled to end on August…
India’s Plant-Based Milk Market Eyes $1.8Bn
India’s plant-based milk market is projected to reach USD 1,828 million by 2034, up from USD 857.7 million in 2025, growing at a CAGR of 8.33% during 2026–2034, reflecting the rapid expansion of dairy alternatives across the country. Growth is being driven by increasing lactose intolerance awareness, rising vegan and flexitarian consumption patterns, and growing…
Plant-Based Shift Cuts Food Emissions 35%
A new randomized clinical trial highlighted by the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine reveals that replacing meat and dairy with a low-fat vegan diet—including soybeans—can reduce diet-related greenhouse gas emissions by 35%, underscoring the climate impact of food choices. Published in BMJ Nutrition, Prevention & Health, the study found that this dietary shift delivers emissions…
1.5 Degree unveils plant-based dairy range
In a significant move in India’s alternative dairy segment, plant-based startup 1.5 Degree has debuted an innovative range of dairy-free products at the 7th India International Hospitality Expo held at India Expo Centre, Greater Noida from August 3–6, 2024. The company introduced a comprehensive portfolio of plant-based frozen desserts and beverages, including oat milk, soy…
Swiss Court Bans ‘Milk’ Label for Oat Drinks
In a landmark ruling, Switzerland’s Federal Court has prohibited plant-based beverages from using the term “milk,” reinforcing strict food labelling laws that reserve the word exclusively for animal-derived products. The decision came after the court rejected an appeal by Danone Switzerland—by a 4–1 vote—over its oat-based drink marketed with the phrase “This is not milk,”…