RTD Dairy Drinks Fuel Global Growth Trends
Ready-to-drink (RTD) beverages are emerging as one of the fastest-growing opportunities for the global dairy industry, driven by rising consumer demand for protein, convenience, gut health and premium nutrition products. According to DairyReporter, the global RTD beverage market is projected to approach nearly $1.5 trillion by the mid-2030s, representing around 67% growth from 2026 levels….
Doctor Warns Dairy May Trigger Gut Issues
An AIIMS-, Harvard- and Stanford-trained gastroenterologist has warned that even “healthy” dairy products may silently trigger bloating and digestive discomfort in many adults due to undiagnosed lactose intolerance and gut sensitivity. Dr. Saurabh Sethi explained that while dairy is not harmful for everyone, a large number of adults struggle to properly digest lactose — the…
AGRANA Sees Functional Dairy Demand Rising
AGRANA is witnessing a major shift in dairy innovation as fruit preparations increasingly evolve beyond flavor enhancement to become functional carriers for protein, fiber, and gut health solutions in dairy products. According to Manon Noe, Global Director of Portfolio Development, Marketing and Innovation at AGRANA’s fruit division, dairy manufacturers are rapidly adopting protein-forward, fiber-enriched, and…
Full-Fat Dairy Gains Ground on Health Benefits
Emerging research is challenging decades-old dietary advice as full-fat dairy products like milk, yoghurt and cheese show potential health benefits rather than harm. Studies highlighted in a recent report indicate that full-fat dairy may have neutral or even positive effects on heart and metabolic health, with one trial at University College Dublin showing that consuming…
Sova Launches Lactase Enzyme for Dairy Digestion
India’s precision health-tech startup Sova has introduced a Lactase Enzyme supplement designed to help lactose-intolerant consumers digest dairy products without discomfort. The 3X-potency formulation breaks down lactose—the natural sugar in milk—helping reduce symptoms such as bloating, gas and digestive distress after consuming dairy foods like milk, coffee, ice cream and cheese. The supplement also contains…
Kefir Faces Identity Crisis in Global Market
Kefir, often called the “champagne of dairy” for its naturally fizzy character, may be losing its distinctive identity as it expands globally as a functional beverage. Traditionally consumed across Eastern Europe and Russia, authentic kefir made using kefir grains produces natural effervescence due to fermentation involving both bacteria and yeast. However, many commercially produced kefir…