Swiss Milk Glut Sends Warning Signal to Global Dairy Sector
Swiss dairy farms are facing an unprecedented surplus after the U.S. imposed steep 39% tariffs on Swiss goods, including cheeses — forcing producers to confront excess milk supply and shrinking export pathways. (IP Lait recommended cutting production by 50,000 tonnes — roughly the output of 25,000 cows — to manage the imbalance. The tariffs have…
Global Dairy Sector Eyes Growth Amid Challenges
The global dairy industry enters 2025 with cautious optimism, balancing growth prospects against persistent challenges. Key factors influencing this outlook include: Production Trends: Major dairy-producing regions anticipate modest increases in milk production. For instance, British milk production is forecasted to grow by over 1% in 2025, rebounding from earlier setbacks due to unfavorable weather and…