Author: DC Team

The International Dairy Federation (IDF) has signed the Paris Dairy Declaration on Sustainability during the IDF World Dairy Summit 2024 in Paris, France. This declaration reinforces the commitment of the dairy sector to sustainable practices across the entire value chain, aiming to meet the UN’s 2030 Agenda goals for food security and sustainability. It emphasizes the importance of collaboration among all stakeholders in the dairy industry to tackle global challenges. The International Dairy Federation (IDF), recognized as the global voice of the dairy sector and a leading source of expertise and scientific knowledge, has unveiled the Paris Dairy Declaration on…

UK farming unions have raised concerns about potential changes to the Fair Dealing Obligations (Milk) Regulations 2024, warning that adjustments to tiered pricing provisions could undermine protections for dairy farmers. In England, the UK farming unions have expressed serious concerns about potential changes to the recently introduced Fair Dealing Obligations (Milk) Regulations 2024. On October 17, the unions addressed their worries in a letter to Daniel Zeichner, the Food Security Minister, warning that the proposed adjustments could undermine key protections for dairy farmers. The regulations, which took over a decade to come into effect after the SoS Dairy Campaign, aim…

A $10 billion AI data centre, planned by North Rakaia Ltd and Taiwan’s Mobii Green Energy, is set to transform a dairy farm in Rakaia, New Zealand, though doubts remain about its feasibility. A plan to build a $10 billion AI data centre on a dairy farm in Rakaia, Canterbury, New Zealand, has sparked both intrigue and skepticism. North Rakaia Ltd, a local group, is collaborating with Taiwan-based Mobii Green Energy on the ambitious project, which aims to service AI operations across the South Pacific. The announcement was made on October 11, highlighting plans to make the facility operational by…

The U.S. dairy industry faces significant challenges in its expansion efforts, including the spread of H5N1 avian influenza in California, a shortage of dairy heifers, and lower-than-expected milk production forecasts for 2024. The U.S. dairy industry, supported by organizations like Hackett Financial Advisors, is considering expansion. However, several factors, including the spread of avian influenza and supply chain limitations, could hinder these plans. On October 18, Shawn Hackett, a representative of Hackett Financial Advisors, discussed these challenges during a market analysis, emphasizing the industry’s uncertainty. One of the primary concerns involves the outbreak of H5N1 avian influenza, which has now…

The Gujarat Co-operative Milk Marketing Federation (GCMMF), which operates the iconic Amul brand, announces unprecedented growth with five of its cooperatives now in the billion-dollar league. This milestone underscores Gujarat’s pivotal role in India’s dairy industry as GCMMF reports a turnover of ₹59,545 crore ($7 billion) for the fiscal year 2023-24, driven by strategic expansion and diversification. The Gujarat Co-operative Milk Marketing Federation (GCMMF), which operates India’s beloved Amul brand, has made headlines as it announces unprecedented growth, with five of its cooperatives now entering the billion-dollar league. This remarkable achievement underscores Gujarat’s pivotal role in India’s dairy industry and…

Nestlé has lowered its full-year sales forecast to 2%, reflecting softening consumer demand. The company announced changes in its corporate structure and emphasized digital transformation for enhanced operational efficiency and growth. Nestlé, the renowned global food and beverage company headquartered in Vevey, Switzerland, announced a downward revision of its full-year sales forecast. The company now anticipates organic sales growth of approximately 2% for 2024, down from its earlier projection of at least 3% made in July. This update highlights the challenges facing the industry as consumer demand softens. For the first nine months of 2024, Nestlé reported organic growth of…

A study by Ohio State University reveals the adverse effects of dried distillers grains with solubles (DDGS) on milk production in dairy cows. Researchers found that incorporating DDGS leads to reduced milk yield and components, primarily due to high sulfur content and polyunsaturated fatty acids. By adjusting the dietary cation-anion difference (DCAD), dairy farmers can mitigate production losses and maintain profitability. A recent study conducted by researchers at Ohio State University in the United States has revealed critical insights into the production challenges faced by lactating dairy cows when incorporating dried distillers grains with solubles (DDGS) into their diets. DDGS,…

A new report from the California Cattle Council warns that direct regulation of dairy methane emissions could harm the state’s economy and climate goals. The analysis highlights ongoing consolidation in the dairy sector and the importance of maintaining incentive-based programs to reduce methane while supporting small farms. The California Cattle Council released a report on October 18, 2024, analyzing the potential impact of direct methane regulation on the state’s dairy industry. The report, titled “Economic Analysis of California Dairy Consolidation, Attrition, and Policy Leakage,” was prepared by ERA Economics and examines industry trends, market conditions, and the risks associated with…

New Zealand has triggered mandatory CPTPP negotiations with Canada after unresolved issues over dairy trade barriers. Canada’s failure to meet agreed quotas has cost New Zealand exporters hundreds of millions of dollars, prompting further diplomatic action. New Zealand has escalated its dairy trade dispute with Canada by triggering mandatory negotiations on October 18, 2024. The conflict revolves around Canada’s failure to meet obligations under the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP), specifically regarding tariff rate quotas (TRQs) for New Zealand’s dairy exports. In September 2023, New Zealand won a trade dispute that confirmed Canada was breaching CPTPP terms…

The Coo Shed, a dairy business in Ayrshire, Scotland, lost access to its 22,000-follower Instagram account after a scam during the verification process. Despite frustrations with Meta’s lack of support, the family remains focused on growing their business and recently won Dairy Product of the Year for their sustainable milk production. In Scotland, the Kerr family’s farm-based business, The Coo Shed, located in Ayrshire, faced a major setback on June 30 when hackers took control of its Instagram account. Known for its homemade food and fresh milk from a grass-fed herd of 300 Holstein Friesian cows, the business lost access…