Healthiest milk options for you
Kids drink a glass of milk at dinner for a reason – milk contains nutrients we need to grow and maintain healthy bones. Dairy is just as important in adulthood, but about 90% of Americans aren’t meeting the recommendation of three cups per day, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Not all dairy products are created…
Dairy processors betting on health and wellness for growth
Refrigerated dairy is the largest category at retail in terms of dollar sales, said Paul Ziemnisky, group executive vice president of science, innovation and business development for Dairy Management Inc., Rosemont, Ill., with “real dairy” being 21-times larger than plant-based alternatives and delivering more growth. “But there are many untapped opportunities, especially in the health…
Raw milk is becoming cheaper in Ukraine
Raw milk is becoming cheaper in Ukraine due to the increase in the volume of its production in the spring and the appearance of surpluses on the market. Dairy processing enterprises need less raw milk in the conditions of a slowdown in exports and a reduction in the consumption of dairy products in the domestic market. The further devaluation of the hryvnia and the increase in the supply of dairy products to Europe may contribute…
Aavin records increase in sales of dairy products as mercury soars
With the mercury levels soaring in the city for the past two months, Aavin has clocked an increase in its sales of ice cream and buttermilk this summer. Aavin, the popular brand of the Tamil Nadu Cooperative Milk Producers’ Federation, offers a range of dairy products, including ice cream, cookies, ghee, butter, buttermilk and milk sweets. An official said, “We have registered…
Does drinking your breast milk boost immunity? Kardashian thinks so.
In a recent Instagram story, Kourtney Kardashian Barker, who welcomed her first child with husband Travis Barker in November, said she “pounded a glass of breast milk” because she felt sick. Although the 44-year-old reality TV star can certainly drink her own milk if she pleases, her post begs the question: Does drinking your own breast milk, or milk from another human,…
Cereals, milk, vegetables turn costlier on month; potato prices zoom
Retail food inflation softened marginally to 8.52% in March, 2024 from 8.66% in previous month due to sequential drop in prices of pulses an edible oils and spices, and a high base. The prices of key items like cereals, milk, meat and vegetables, however, saw a rise on a month-on-month basis. The relevant consumer food…
Dairy consumption falls again in Germany
The consumption of milk in Germany declined again in 2023, government data shows. According to preliminary figures published by the Bundesinformationszentrums Landwirtschaft (BZL), the per capita consumption of milk in Germany shrunk to less than 46kg in 2023, from 46.1kg in 2022, which had been a record low. Meanwhile, the production of drinking milk fell…
How the dairy industry is overcoming supply chain disruption
In the wake of COVID-19, industries worldwide faced unprecedented challenges, and the dairy sector was no exception. However, this industry’s response showcases a remarkable journey of resilience, innovation, and strategic adaptation, particularly regarding supply chain management. The dairy industry is navigating its post-pandemic recovery, focusing on the critical aspects of supply chain adjustments, technological advancements,…
70% mislabeled and 21% toxic amongst 36 popular Indian protein supplements
Citizens protein project: A self-funded, transparent, and concerning report on analysis of popular protein supplements sold in the Indian market Abstract In this study, we analyzed popular protein supplements in India for potential health risks. Most products didn’t match their labeled protein content, some even exceeded it, hinting at deceptive practices. Many contained fungal toxins,…
FTAs and farm exports: A mixed bag
Negotiating trade deals and concluding them with developed nations is challenging due to numerous complex clauses, conditions, and terms that need to be met and agreed upon. The government’s efforts in finalising these agreements are commendable. It has been over five years since the agri export policy was introduced with the aim to diversify our…