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Azerbaijan’s Dairy Sector Rises with International Backing and Innovation

1 month ago | dairynews.today | Christina Szalinski |Stephen Trowell

In the evolving landscape of the South Caucasus, Azerbaijan's food industry is quietly undergoing a transformation — and Milla Dairy LLC is emerging as one of its most strategic players. The local dairy producer, already a leader in the domestic market, is now positioning itself at the forefront of innovation and international cooperation. One of the most notable signs of this shift comes through its growing relationship with SIG, a global provider of advanced packaging solutions.
Arcor and Danone Bid for La Serenísima Faces Rejection

1 month ago | dairynews.today | Christina Szalinski |Stephen Trowell

In an ambitious move, Arcor and Danone declared their intent to purchase the entirety of La Serenísima, Argentina's largest dairy company generating US$ 1.4 billion in sales across 2024. Despite being a delicate proposal ordered from Paris, the offer, intended to capitalize on a prior 2020 acquisition of 49%, was met with resistance.
Stable production for Parmigiano Reggiano

1 month ago | dairynews.today | Christina Szalinski |Stephen Trowell

Source: dairynews.today 6 EN 中文 DE FR عربى The Parmigiano Reggiano Consortium reported a record turnover of €3.2 billion in 2024, marking a 4.9% increase from €3.05 billion in 2023. Despite geopolitical challenges and market uncertainties, total sales volumes rose by 9.2%, with a strong domestic performance (+5.2%) and even stronger export growth (+13.7%). Key international markets like the US, France, Germany, the UK, and Canada witnessed robust growth. The Consortium president, Nicola...
Camel Milk and Climate Innovation: A Saharan Cooperative Makes Waves at Africa’s Premier Agricultural Fair

1 month ago | dairynews.today | Christina Szalinski |Stephen Trowell

Source: DairyNews.today 8 EN 中文 DE FR عربى Held fr om April 21st to 27th, this year’s SIAM brought together over 1,500 exhibitors from 70 countries and attracted more than 1.1 million visitors. Themed “Agriculture and Rural Areas: Water at the Heart of Sustainable Development,” the event placed a sharp spotlight on climate resilience and innovation in water-scarce environments. Sahara Creativity Footprint stood out by presenting a unique portfolio built around the camel—an animal deeply...
The Butterboom: Understanding Trends in Dairy and Butterfat Exports

1 month ago | dairynews.today | Christina Szalinski |Stephen Trowell

In a remarkable development, butterfat exports are surging at a pace over twice as fast as the past two years, illuminating a significant trend in the dairy industry. As of May 2025, this growth trajectory elevates the conversation around future butterfat supply dynamics. The initial months of 2024 saw butterfat exports lag behind 2023, but a notable upsurge commenced in June, sustaining through the remainder of the year.
FAO reports April surge in cereal, dairy, and meat prices

1 month ago | dairynews.today | Christina Szalinski |Stephen Trowell

The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) reported a rise in the FAO Food Price Index (FFPI) to 128.3 points in April 2025, a 1% increase from March. Major contributors to this surge were cereals, dairy, and meat, outweighing drops in sugar and vegetable oil prices. The index remains 7.6% higher than the previous year, although still 19.9% below its March 2022 peak. Breaking down the components, the FAO Cereal Price Index rose by 1.2% to 111.0 points.
Ecuador Reaches Dairy Export Agreement with China

1 month ago | dairynews.today | Christina Szalinski |Stephen Trowell

The Ecuadorian government has solidified an agreement with China, allowing Ecuador to export its dairy products to the expansive Chinese market. This landmark protocol was signed as part of the first year of the free trade agreement between the two nations. It includes stipulations for inspections, quarantines, and entry requirements for dairy products into China.
The South American Country Leading Global Cheese Consumption

1 month ago | dairynews.today | Christina Szalinski |Stephen Trowell

Brazil stands out as a cheese-loving nation, ranking fifth globally for cheese consumption with 824,000 tons consumed in 2023. This makes Brazil not only the largest consumer of cheese in South America but also a key player on the world stage. Brazil's cheese consumption is enormous; to comprehend the scale, consider that an average pizza requires around 400 grams of cheese. Based purely on cheese consumption, the equivalent of 2 billion pizzas would have been created in Brazil in 2023.
Arcor's Bid for La Serenísima Rebuffed by Mastellone Hermanos

1 month ago | dairynews.today | Christina Szalinski |Stephen Trowell

Argentina-based confectionery titan Arcor's ambition to entirely acquire La Serenísima, a prominent dairy company based in Argentina, has hit a roadblock. Mastellone Hermanos, holding a majority stake of 51% in La Serenísima, rejected Arcor's proposal on the grounds that the offer undervalued the stake. Back in 2015, Arcor and France’s dairy leader Danone, through their venture known as Bagley Argentina, had secured a 25% equity in La Serenísima for roughly $60 million.
Fonterra Pilots New EcoPond System to Cut Methane Emissions

1 month ago | dairynews.today | Christina Szalinski |Stephen Trowell

Fonterra has launched a pilot project to implement the EcoPond system, aiming to reduce methane emissions in its farms by employing innovative technology.