Yili Uses AI Comic to Showcase Dairy Supply Chain
China’s leading dairy company Yili Group has unveiled the country’s first AI-generated supply chain traceability comic series, “The Full Chain Alliance: Enora’s Super Adventure,” at the fourth China International Supply Chain Expo (CISCE) in Beijing. Developed in collaboration with the China Agricultural Film and Television Center, the three-part series uses generative AI and Yili’s mascot…
Plastic Shortages Threaten Global Food Prices
Food prices could remain elevated even after recent geopolitical disruptions ease, as shortages of plastic packaging materials continue to ripple through global food supply chains. According to Bloomberg, disruptions linked to the Iran conflict and restrictions on shipping through the Strait of Hormuz have reduced supplies of naphtha—the primary feedstock for plastic production—leading to higher…
Amul Sees Ice Cream Boom, No Milk Price Hike Planned
Amul has reported a strong surge in summer demand, with Managing Director Jayen Mehta stating that ice cream sales jumped by 55% in May 2026 as extreme temperatures boosted consumption across India. Speaking to ET Now, Mehta said the company does not foresee any immediate increase in milk prices despite rising demand, providing relief to…
Global Dairy Supply Growth Begins to Slow
Global dairy markets are approaching a potential turning point as milk supply growth slows across major exporting regions while rising input costs continue to pressure farm margins. Recent market analysis indicates that after several quarters of strong expansion, global milk production growth is beginning to moderate, with supplies expected to flatten during the second half…
Whey Protein Prices Surge as Global Demand Outpaces Supply
Global whey protein prices are soaring as demand from health-conscious consumers, food manufacturers, and users of GLP-1 weight-loss drugs continues to outpace supply, creating shortages across key markets. According to industry reports, whey protein concentrate (WPC 80) prices in the United States have risen more than 250% year-on-year, trading above US$13 per pound, while whey…
Greenpeace Challenges NZ Dairy Efficiency Claims
Environmental group Greenpeace Aotearoa has questioned the long-standing claim that New Zealand dairy farming is the “most efficient in the world,” arguing that the assertion is not fully supported by available scientific evidence. In a recent commentary published during New Zealand’s annual agricultural event, Fieldays, Greenpeace campaigner Amanda Larsson said policymakers and industry representatives continue…
New Tech Could Cut Global Milk Waste by 70 Million Tonnes
A breakthrough dairy technology developed in Canberra, Australia, could help prevent more than 70 million tonnes of milk waste annually, addressing one of the dairy industry’s biggest hidden challenges. Developed by PPB Technology, the innovation uses advanced biosensors to rapidly measure contaminants and enzyme activity in raw milk, allowing dairy processors to identify quality issues…
India Leads Global Dairy Race in 2025
India has retained its position as the world’s largest milk-producing country in 2025, reinforcing its dominance in the global dairy sector. According to global dairy rankings, India produces more milk than any other nation, supported by its vast network of smallholder farmers, large bovine population and strong domestic demand. The country contributes roughly one-fourth of…
Milk Prices Fall Below Costs, Farmers Warn of Crisis
Dairy farmers in the United Kingdom are facing growing financial pressure as farmgate milk prices have fallen below production costs, raising concerns about the long-term viability of family-run dairy farms. According to reports, many producers say current milk prices are insufficient to cover rising expenses for feed, fertilizer, energy, labour and farm operations, leaving margins…
NZ Dairy Sector Flags Gaps in India FTA
New Zealand’s dairy industry has highlighted major limitations in the India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (FTA), stating that the deal offers limited gains for dairy exporters despite broader benefits for other sectors. According to submissions made by the Dairy Companies Association of New Zealand (DCANZ) to Parliament’s select committee, the side agreement linked to the…