New tariffs placed on $34bn of Chinese imports spawned retaliatory tariffs on US goods of the same value, inciting what could be a potentially destructive US-China trade war.
The US has argued with both Canada and Mexico over tariffs on the dairy industry in the last two weeks, putting President Donald Trump in the spotlight.
The dairy research network IFCN said between now and 2030, the worldwide demand for milk and milk products will be three times the level of current US milk production.
Saputo Inc. has released its annual financial report, revealing an increase in revenue following a string of acquisitions and comments on the recent dairy tariffs in Mexico.
Constantia Flexibles plans to double sales in India within the next five years thanks to its acquisition of a majority stake in Creative Polypack and its group companies.
Butter can have a bright future in Brazil but the category needs clever flavor and packaging innovation to tempt consumers who traditionally prefer margarine, says a Mintel analyst.
Japanese company Nippon Luna has signed an agreement with Icelandic firm MS Iceland Dairies (MS) for production of the latter’s Ísey Skyr dairy products.
While exports to China may seem to be the big prize for many western dairy companies, the road may be about to get a little tougher as the country is looking to bolster its own dairy production.
Global Dairy Trade (GDT) is looking for feedback on two proposed changes to the GDT Trading Event Rules, which it says are designed to bring price transparency to more supply regions through increased participation from sellers.
Difficult economic conditions and rising unit prices in Brazil are seeing consumers move away from yogurt and move to less expensive dairy products, says Euromonitor International.
