News & Analysis on the Dairy Industry & Markets
Unpasteurised milk, cheese and other raw dairy products are unsafe to consume and may be linked to the spread of avian influenza, updated guidance from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has said.
The deforestation law has been subject to numerous simplifications and delays
The International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) has warned that European due-diligence requirements are increasing costs for US dairy processors and farmers.
The analytics firm offers four strategies for positioning CPG for AI discovery
GLP-1 users want to maintain weight loss after they stop using the drugs
Gov. Gavin Newsom’s signing of AB 2244 into law creates the first state-backed, voluntary label for non-UPF qualifying products, amid a pending federal UPF definition
Nestlé Russia to continue operations under state-appointed management after Kremlin seized control of assets
New EU-funded research reveals how vague claims, hidden sponsorships and emotive content can mislead consumers – and where producers risk crossing the line
The EU is committing to food innovation and boosting the adoption of new technologies
Rules designed to rate the recyclability of packaging could see many producers facing higher Packaging Extended Producer Responsibility (pEPR) fees, suggests new analysis by the international circular economy specialist, Reconomy.
South Korea’s dairy farmers have welcomed a record 2027 dairy budget but say further policy reforms are needed to safeguard domestic production
Carlsberg Britvic and Danone North Europe are two of the leading food and drink manufacturers that have backed calls for mandatory health reporting.
Sugar is still a burning issue in baby food. New research suggests many popular products are high in free sugars, while campaigners and nutrition experts say voluntary guidelines are falling short
A wave of proposed class actions targeting “zero sugar” and “sugar free” claims is putting allulose-containing products in the crosshairs, following a pivotal Seventh Circuit ruling involving Chobani
An Irish manufacturer of buffalo cheese has recalled two products following the detection of Listeria monocytogenes.
PFAS limits have been introduced in the EU’s flagship packaging regulation
Dairy groups in Canada have urged the Government to defend the sovereignty of its food production while in negotiations with the US.
Data on the drugs’ side-effects has highlighted potential risks
The agency’s decision to submit a white paper rather than a proposed rule limits its legal force but could still influence voluntary reformulation, front-of-pack labeling and future federal food policy
As SNAP enrollment shrinks, retailers rethink value, convenience and e-commerce
Vet medicines may be present in some products, the dairy has warned
A group has moved on plant-based drinks, challenging the market’s safety
High temperatures put pressure on cold chain storage but there are ways to ease it
Should UPFs be defined by processing, ingredients or nutrition – or a combination of all three?
Amid booming demand for protein, how can dairy processors unlock capacity without expanding plants?
The regulatory landscape surrounding ultra-processed foods is changing rapidly. Here’s what has already happened, what’s coming next and why manufacturers should be paying attention
Social media misinformation is blurring the line between supplements like creatine and controversial performance-enhancing drugs, making it harder for young people and parents to make informed decisions.
The front-of-pack labelling scheme is facing a legal challenge over its algorithm changes
The Natural Products Association (NPA) met with representatives of the Texas attorney general’s office last week to discuss the state’s industry-wide investigation into protein powder manufacturers.
The border closure between Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo has raised concerns over potential disruption to coffee trade - but is there a risk to global coffee prices?
Regulation and investor pressure are slowly turning up the heat on dairy majors to report, disclose and reduce their GHG emissions
Even social media is a danger zone... avoid an own goal with advice from top IP firm, Withers & Rogers
FDA’s acknowledgment of GRAS notice puts Formo and Those Vegan Cowboys one step away from a no-questions letter
From recalled product remaining on shelves to weak marketing guidance, regulatory gaps across infant nutrition remain stark
Regenerative agriculture is gaining momentum – but what does it really mean, how should claims and practices be audited, and how can producers and industry fairly share the value it creates?
The largest US organic dairy brand pulled thousands of flavoured milk cases across four states
The growing number of regulatory approvals for human milk oligosaccharides (HMOs) in infant formulas is set to fuel product innovation and drive more affordable pricing in the long run.
FDA’s infant formula test found mostly trace contaminants, but without standards, enforcement or pre‑market testing, the data leaves critical questions unanswered
As grass-fed becomes table stakes, attention is settling on how definitions underpin credibility with customers and support resilience in global markets
Ibotta data shows states prohibiting the use of SNAP funds to buy ‘unhealthy’ products are reshaping sugary beverage and snack demand
As raw milk demand grows, a Scottish farmer delivers raw‑style milk without the safety risks. Could brewed milk be the sourdough of dairy?
This isn’t the first time Danone has contemplated a Mead Johnson acquisition. Can a deal happen this time?
Contaminated ARA oil led to a global infant formula recall in early 2026. Now, new R&D work suggests there could be a way to make affected ingredients safe to use again
The GLP-1 phenomenon is only just getting started: what are the next drugs set to hit the market - and are F&B manufacturers ready for the shift?
Dairy naming restrictions have claimed another casualty, with a big-name oat drink brand losing its marketing fight
Satellites provide long-term data on land use
Little Spoon’s stricter sourcing and voluntary testing standards highlight the widening gap between emerging safety expectations and the infant formula industry’s recent failures
Opinion
Hidden toxins can slip through even the safest food systems. The recent cereulide incident shows why manufacturers must rethink what they monitor
The 2026 Farm Bill moves out of committee amid bipartisan support, industry praise and mounting consumer and environmental pushback.