Author: DC Team

Thieves stole over £300,000 worth of artisanal cheese from Neal’s Yard Dairy in London by posing as wholesalers. The dairy compensated producers to cover losses, safeguarding their financial interests, as police investigate this large-scale heist. In a meticulously planned heist, thieves posing as wholesalers managed to steal over £300,000 worth of artisanal cheese from the famed London-based cheese company, Neal’s Yard Dairy. Renowned for its high-quality, handcrafted cheeses, Neal’s Yard is a staple in the British artisanal food scene, specializing in traditional British and Irish cheeses. The company has confirmed the loss of over 22 tonnes of cheese, including award-winning…

TechMix has launched BlueLite Replenish Ab+, an innovative product designed to enhance calf recovery from scours by combining advanced electrolytes with bioactive compounds from colostrum. TechMix, a leading provider of nutritional products for livestock based in Minnesota, USA, has introduced an innovative new solution aimed at enhancing calf health and recovery. The product, named BlueLite Replenish Ab+, is designed to accelerate a calf’s ability to recover from scouring events, a significant health challenge that affects over 50% of all calves and can lead to substantial economic losses in the dairy industry. BlueLite Replenish Ab+ combines TechMix’s proven BlueLite ReplenishM electrolyte…

SIG Combibloc is expanding its aseptic packaging operations in India with a new plant in Ahmedabad, aiming to meet the rising demand for sustainable dairy packaging in the world’s largest milk market. In a significant move to bolster sustainable dairy packaging in India, SIG Combibloc, a leading global packaging provider based in Switzerland, is constructing its 10th aseptic packaging plant in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. The plant, expected to be operational by the end of 2024, will create over 300 jobs and enable SIG to meet the growing demand for sustainable packaging solutions in the Indian dairy market. India is the largest…

Aurecon and Mataura Valley Milk revolutionized Southland’s dairy industry by powering the Gore factory with a 100% steam-based renewable electricity system, earning gold at the 2024 ACE Awards. The project reduces annual carbon emissions by 22,000 tonnes, aligning with New Zealand’s Emission Reduction Plan and setting a benchmark for sustainable industrial operations. In a pioneering step for sustainable industry in New Zealand, engineering firm Aurecon earned a gold award at the ACE Awards for its collaboration with Mataura Valley Milk. The project involved transforming the dairy processor’s factory in Gore, Southland, by replacing its coal-fired boiler with a high-pressure electrode…

French farmers, led by the FNSEA, are planning nationwide protests in mid-November over concerns about the EU-Mercosur trade deal, fearing it could harm local agriculture by increasing competition from cheaper imports. France’s largest farmers’ union, the National Federation of Agricultural Workers (FNSEA), has announced plans to resume nationwide protests starting in mid-November. The move comes amid rising discontent regarding ongoing trade negotiations between the European Union (EU) and the Mercosur countries, which include Brazil, Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay. The FNSEA’s president, Arnaud Rousseau, has raised alarms over the potential conclusion of the EU-Mercosur trade deal. French farmers are concerned that…

The U.S. FDA warns against the use of unapproved aspirin in lactating dairy cattle amid reports of its use to treat H5N1 infections. Veterinarians and farmers are urged to follow approved treatment guidelines to ensure milk and meat safety. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has warned veterinarians and dairy farmers against the use of unapproved aspirin to manage pain and fever in lactating dairy cattle. This directive comes amid reports of aspirin use to treat cattle infected with highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) type A H5N1, which has affected dairy herds across multiple states. The FDA issued a…

Fonterra, New Zealand’s leading dairy co-op, becomes the first pasture-based dairy company to win the Good Dairy Commendation from Compassion in World Farming, recognizing its commitment to animal welfare through sustainable farming practices. Fonterra, a New Zealand-based dairy co-operative and one of the world’s largest dairy exporters, has made history by becoming the first pasture-based dairy company to receive a Good Dairy Commendation from Compassion in World Farming (CIWF). The award ceremony, held in Paris, recognized 49 global winners who excel in sustainable farming practices and animal welfare. CIWF, a prominent organization dedicated to improving animal welfare and food production…

Chevron is expanding its renewable natural gas production at five dairy farms in western Michigan through a $100 million tax-exempt bond. This initiative, in partnership with Brightmark RNG, aims to convert animal waste into renewable energy and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Chevron, the second-largest oil company in the United States, is intensifying its renewable energy initiatives by expanding renewable natural gas (RNG) production at five dairy farms in western Michigan. This project is in collaboration with Brightmark RNG, a waste solutions firm specializing in sustainable energy solutions. Chevron has invested in anaerobic digesters at farms located in Greenville, Hartford, Morenci,…

In the first half of 2024, sales of young cheeses in Russia, including mozzarella, feta, and burrata, rose by 15%, according to NTech research. This growth reflects a notable shift in consumer preferences within the country’s dairy market, contrasting with a decline in overall cheese sales. In Russia, sales of young cheeses, including popular varieties such as mozzarella, feta, burrata, and stracciatella, have shown significant growth, increasing by 15% in the first half of 2024, according to research from NTech. This surge reflects a growing consumer preference for fresh and young cheese products in the Russian market. The increase translates…

Danone plans to expand its production capacity in Kazakhstan by 2025, enhancing its range of fermented dairy products. This move follows discussions between Kazakhstan’s Minister of Agriculture and the French Ambassador on boosting agricultural cooperation and trade. Danone, a global leader in dairy and plant-based products, is set to expand its production capacity in Kazakhstan by 2025. This decision comes amid discussions between Aidarbek Saparov, the Minister of Agriculture of Kazakhstan, and Sylvain Giguet, the French Ambassador to Kazakhstan, focusing on enhancing bilateral cooperation in the agricultural sector. During their meeting, the officials highlighted the importance of increasing mutual trade…