EU Dairy Prices Slide, Butter Falls 16.6%
Dairy prices across the European Union have recorded a year-on-year decline, with butter and other milk-derived oils and fats falling sharply by 16.6%, while cheese prices declined 2.3% between June 2025 and June 2026, according to Eurostat data released on August 13, 2026. The figures are based on the Harmonised Index of Consumer Prices (HICP),…
Europe Loses Dairy Trade Share to the Americas
Europe remains the world’s largest dairy exporter, but its dominance in global dairy trade is gradually declining as North and South American exporters continue to gain market share, according to a recent Rabobank analysis. Global dairy trade grew 2% in 2025, surpassing 100 billion kg of milk equivalent, with the European Union accounting for 27%…
French Cancoillotte Cheese Gains Global Popularity
France’s traditional Cancoillotte cheese is experiencing an unexpected surge in popularity, driven by social media influencers and growing consumer interest in high-protein, low-fat foods. Originating from the Franche-Comté region in eastern France, the cheese—known for its semi-liquid texture and distinctive flavor—has become a viral sensation among fitness enthusiasts, leading to supply shortages and increased production…
Arla-DMK Merger Creates Europe’s Dairy Giant
Arla Foods and Germany’s DMK Group are set to complete one of the largest mergers in European dairy history on June 1, 2026, creating Europe’s leading farmer-owned dairy cooperative with more than 11,200 dairy farmers across seven countries, annual revenues exceeding €20 billion and a combined milk pool of 19.4 billion kg. The merger received…