Heatwaves Slash Milk Yields Across Europe
Europe’s dairy industry is under severe stress due to unprecedented heatwaves, particularly in Italy, France, and Spain. In Italy’s Lombardy region—Europe’s dairy hub—milk production has fallen by 10–15%, equating to 1.8 million litres lost per day. In Molise, the drop is sharper, reaching 30% on some farms. Drought and rising temperatures have affected feed and […]
Europe Dairy Innovation: Health, Sustainability, Plant-Based Surge
European dairy and alternative beverage markets are undergoing robust transformation, propelled by shifting consumer priorities and innovative product strategies: 1. Health & Functionality A strong consumer focus on gut health, immunity, and wellness is driving a rise in fortified and probiotic-enriched offerings—plant-based and conventional alike . Yogurt, kefir, and milk variants now routinely carry probiotic […]
Senara Emerges as Europe’s First Cultured Dairy Startup
German startup Senara has emerged from stealth as the first European company making cell-cultured dairy. With a couple of awards already under its belt, the producer hopes to collaborate with farmers for a more sustainable dairy industry and believes cultivated milk could be a standard supermarket option by 2028. Based in Freiburg, Senara is the […]
Senara Emerges as Europe’s First Cultured Dairy Startup
German startup Senara has emerged from stealth as the first European company making cell-cultured dairy. With a couple of awards already under its belt, the producer hopes to collaborate with farmers for a more sustainable dairy industry and believes cultivated milk could be a standard supermarket option by 2028. Based in Freiburg, Senara is the […]