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Fonterra, New Zealand’s leading dairy cooperative, is seizing the growing demand for butter in China’s bakery market by supplying butter for mooncakes. The Edgecumbe facility, known for its high-quality lamination butter sheets, is playing a key role in meeting the rising demand as Chinese consumers shift from plant-based fats to dairy in traditional pastries. Fonterra, New Zealand’s leading dairy cooperative, is tapping into the burgeoning demand for butter in China’s bakery market. The company is supplying butter for mooncakes, a traditional pastry enjoyed during the Mid-Autumn Festival, reflecting a shift in Chinese consumer preferences towards dairy-based ingredients. Fonterra’s Edgecumbe facility,…

King Island Dairy, Tasmania’s largest employer on the Bass Strait island, will close its factory next year, marking another significant blow to the island’s industrial landscape. The closure, announced by Canadian owner Saputo, follows failed efforts to find a buyer and reflects a broader decline in the island’s economy and dairy industry. King Island Dairy, the largest employer on Tasmania’s Bass Strait island, is set to shut down its factory next year, sending shockwaves through the local community. The closure is the latest blow to an island that has already experienced significant industrial decline, prompting many residents to consider relocating…

Indian Cooperation Minister Amit Shah has introduced White Revolution 2.0, aimed at boosting milk procurement by 50% over five years. The initiative includes the establishment of 100,000 cooperative societies, distribution of Micro-ATMs, and Rupay-Kisan Credit Cards to enhance financial access for dairy farmers. Indian Cooperation Minister Amit Shah has unveiled the ambitious ‘White Revolution 2.0’ initiative to revolutionize the dairy industry and enhance financial accessibility for dairy farmers. This announcement comes alongside two other significant measures: the distribution of Micro-ATMs and Rupay-Kisan Credit Cards to dairy farmers. Overview of White Revolution 2.0 The White Revolution 2.0 aims to boost milk…

A Teagasc survey reveals that two in five Irish dairy farms face a fodder deficit going into winter, with poor grass performance and weather challenges contributing to feed shortages. A recent survey conducted by Teagasc, Ireland’s national agriculture and food development authority, has revealed that more than 40% of the country’s dairy farms are heading into winter with a fodder shortage. The survey, which polled around 650 farms across the nation, highlights a concerning trend for both dairy and drystock farms, particularly as winter approaches. Teagasc, based in Carlow, provides research, advisory, and training services for the agricultural sector. Their…

India’s dairy industry faces significant challenges due to climate change, impacting animal health and milk production. Farmers are experiencing severe issues, including disease outbreaks and reduced yields. The effects are exacerbated by rising temperatures and extreme weather conditions, which disrupt fodder production and increase disease prevalence. While initiatives like the National Livestock Mission and NICRA aim to address these issues, there is a pressing need for more effective climate adaptation strategies. The Indian dairy industry is grappling with severe challenges as climate change continues to disrupt milk production and animal health across the country. Rising temperatures and extreme weather events…

Dairy Australia and Food Innovation Australia Limited (FIAL) are collaborating on a major study to address antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in Australia’s dairy farms. The research aims to monitor and improve animal health practices, focusing on antibiotic use and resistance across all eight dairy regions. Key aspects include detailed farm reports, data integration from management software, and a survey on AMR levels in dairy cattle. Dairy Australia and Food Innovation Australia Limited (FIAL) are launching a pivotal research initiative aimed at tackling antimicrobial resistance (AMR) within Australia’s dairy industry. The study, conducted in collaboration with leading researchers from universities across three…

Indonesia and Brazil are joining forces to enhance the dairy and meat industries through a $292 million agreement. Indonesia’s Asiabeef Biofarma will import 100,000 tropical dairy cattle from Brazil’s Agropecuaria 31 to boost local production and achieve self-sufficiency. This deal supports Indonesia’s policy to provide free meals to millions of schoolchildren and addresses the country’s current shortfall in dairy production. In a landmark development for the dairy and meat sectors, Indonesia’s Asiabeef Biofarma has entered into a preliminary agreement with Brazil’s Agropecuaria 31. Announced on September 17, 2024, this strategic partnership aims to significantly enhance Indonesia’s dairy and meat production…

Freshways has acquired Totally Welsh Dairy, expanding its presence in Wales. This acquisition includes a new glass bottling line with a production capacity of one million pints per week. The move reinforces Freshways’ commitment to sustainability and growth while supporting local Welsh farmers and customers. Freshways, a prominent dairy supplier in the UK, has announced its latest strategic acquisition of Totally Welsh Dairy, a well-regarded milk supplier based in Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire. This move follows Freshways’ recent acquisitions of Müller’s Milk & More in December 2023 and Coultons, a bread wholesaler, in March 2024. The purchase is set to significantly enhance…

Ivan Minford from Ai Services highlights the importance of boosting milk components and output for dairy profitability in Northern Ireland. Emphasizing the role of breeding sires and improving milk quality, he discusses current challenges and market trends in the dairy sector. Ai Services, a leading breeding information organization specializing in dairy genetics, has underscored the importance of enhancing milk components and output for improving profitability on dairy farms across Northern Ireland. Ivan Minford, a breeding information specialist at Ai Services, emphasized that while increasing milk production is essential, the quality of milk components is equally critical. Minford explained that the…

Cathedral City, owned by Saputo Dairy UK, is expanding its plant-based cheese range with a new Smokey Block. Priced at approximately $4.60 for 280g, this product is the first plant-based cheese in the UK to use natural smoking methods, offering a unique smoky flavor. The Smokey Block will be available exclusively at Tesco and adds to the brand’s growing plant-based range, which has seen significant market success. Cathedral City, a prominent cheese brand owned by Saputo Dairy UK, is set to expand its plant-based cheese offerings with the introduction of a new Smokey Block SKU. Priced at approximately $4.60 for…