From protein to lactose-free: US dairy’s growth engines
With dairy retail sales benefitting from health and wellness trends such as weight management and increased protein consumption, which categories have the biggest growth runway?
Fresh milk
One-stop dairy data hub launched for milk processors
Milkscape aims to collect a breadth of intelligence data to keep milk processors ahead of the curve
Food inflation may look tame, but rising CPG input costs suggest otherwise
August PPI data show relatively little movement in final-demand food prices, but sharp increases in grains, oilseeds, confectionery, diesel and select packaging inputs could put pressure on food and beverage makers in the months ahead
UK dairy herd shrinks, but milk volumes rise
Productivity improvements mean milk production has increased despite contraction of the dairy herd
India’s next big agriculture challenge: Raising incomes and strengthening smallholder resilience
India’s agriculture sector must now focus on boosting incomes and strengthening resilience among small and marginal farmers, says the country’s ag minister
Drought sparks fears for organic dairy herds and farm profits across Great Britain
Organic dairy farmers in Great Britain are under “severe pressure” from drought conditions.
More UK milk diverted to cheese and yogurt as liquid consumption continues to fall
More milk was directed into cheese production and other dairy products in the first six months of 2026, continuing a trend away from liquid milk consumption.
The a2 Milk Company’s new research findings to drive US growth, innovation pipeline
New Zealand dairy nutrition firm The a2 Milk Company’s recently released research results are set to drive growth in the US market and shape its innovation pipeline.
What five factors could impact British dairy farmers and milk prices?
The global picture for milk and dairy production remains uncertain as unpredictable weather and disease impact on dairy herds, the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB) has said.
Red tape sinks world’s first floating dairy farm
The pioneering floating dairy farm that became a global symbol of urban food production is being sold after regulatory hurdles, infrastructure challenges and uncertainty over its future location
Can Yili reshape dairy’s future with a new global ecosystem?
Asia’s largest dairy company is urging the industry to unite around new innovation, digital and sustainability ecosystems as it seeks to play a leading role in shaping the future of global dairy
New Ehrmann Cornish Dairy CEO eyes major growth
The dairy producer has appointed a new chief executive who has his sights set on becoming ‘one of the top three dairy companies in the UK’.
Heatwave milk shortage sparks dairy price row
A heatwave-driven milk shortage has reignited a battle over farmgate prices
Dire straits for dairy farm profits
Profits are down on dairy farms, leading to problematic predictions for the year ahead
Irish milk production falls again
This is the second month in a row where Irish milk production has shrank
Whey shortage: what are the alternatives?
Whey is used widely in the food sector, but limited availability may lead manufacturers towards different options
Scottish dairy pulls milk over fears of vet medicines
Vet medicines may be present in some products, the dairy has warned
FrieslandCampina profits hit as margins squeezed
The dairy giant hasn’t reaped the rewards of higher volumes in a trying market
World’s first global sustainability standard for glass unveiled
New proposals have been set out to help drive more sustainable glass production, while offering the industry consistency in measuring and reporting.
Growth Asia Summit 2026
Beyond dairy: New Zealand seeks to expand global F&B acclaim
New Zealand may be best recognised globally for the quality of its dairy exports, but the island nation plans for more of its food and nutrition products to gain international renown
K-Café set to drive global beverage trends
Korean Café or K-Café inspired beverages are a major driver of menu innovation in the US and there are signs the trend is poised to spread globally.
Global dairy’s Big 7 pivot to protein and cheese
In mid 2026, slower milk growth is reshaping production priorities as processors chase stronger returns from cheese, whey and high-value ingredients
Opinion
Nestlé’s Dairy Plan is strong on disclosure but weak on detail
Disclosing emissions data is crucial for transparency and accountability, but companies like Nestlé must do more to show what’s behind the data
‘Standing still is not an option’: NZ unveils $46m dairy programme to tackle productivity, sustainability
The New Zealand government and dairy industry have jointly committed NZD45.85m (USD26.57m) to a seven-year programme aimed at breaking a productivity plateau that has stalled the sector while accelerating environmental gains
Exodus: UK dairy farm numbers fall to record low
UK dairy farm numbers have fallen to below 7,000 for the first time, according to the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB).
Opinion
Colour is dairy’s most overlooked asset – and brands risk missing out
Spotlighting dairy’s natural colour could drive premiumisation, but brands have been reluctant to exploit the opportunity
Regenerative agriculture’s core tensions unpacked
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?
Can brewed milk become baristas’ next staple?
With better foam and longer‑lasting texture top of mind for coffee drinkers, Mossgiel’s brewed milk is well-positioned to turn premium dairy into a barista staple
Rethinking raw milk: How Mossgiel’s brewed milk bridges flavour and food safety
As raw milk demand grows, a Scottish farmer delivers raw‑style milk without the safety risks. Could brewed milk be the sourdough of dairy?
A ripple effect: New research links calf fertility timing to milk production, workload and farm costs
New research emerging from New Zealand’s dairy sector says calf fertility timing influences milk production, labour, operating costs and the long-term sustainability of dairy businesses.
Sustainability marketed products defy headwinds to gain market share, drive sales
NYU Stern and Circana data show eco-positioned CPGs are category and sales growth drivers
What Fonterra’s next CEO needs to do to turn strategy into results
Fonterra has built momentum while navigating a major organisational transition - but sustaining it will depend on how the co-op executes its simplified strategy
Kerry expands Ireland facility for lactose free dairy growth
Kerry has expanded its biotechnology manufacturing hub facility in Ireland, as it looks to support the next phase of growth in lactose free and reduced sugar dairy.
Global milk boom continues as prices come under renewed pressure
Iran shockwaves and abundant dairy product availability are putting pressure on farm margins – but when will milk production slow?
The world’s top 10 dairy companies dominating a $1.5t market
From Lactalis to Mengniu, the world’s leading dairy players are scaling up through M&A, premiumisation and protein-led innovation as the global market races towards $1.5t
RTDs and protein yogurts boost Fonterra as billion‑dollar payout nears
The New Zealand co-op’s next growth phase is backed by protein and cheese demand: but tensions in the Middle East could shake performance later this year
Lindt: The premium strategy driving record growth
Strong growth and expanding global reach are cementing Lindt’s position as the premium market leader
Five impacts of the Middle East crisis on global dairy
The military standoff between the US, Israel and Iran drags on. Its impact is testing global dairy’s resilience
Fonterra to appoint new CEO in major leadership reshuffle
Fonterra will replace Miles Hurrell at the helm as the co-op embarks on a new strategic chapter
Plant-based failing? Here’s how to win at hybrid
Hybrid meat and dairy strategies are evolving in four key ways
Whole and 2% milk return to schools under Trump-signed nutrition law
The bipartisan legislation expands milk choice in school meals, restoring whole and 2% dairy while keeping plant-based options on the menu
USDA reveals 2026 Dairy Margin Coverage enrollment, plan to buy $80m in specialty crops
The USDA shared details on the 2026 Dairy Margin Coverage program and plans to purchase specialty crops for food banks
How dairy’s Big 7 will shape exports amid global milk oversupply
As milk supply remains strong, we look at which export categories are set for a boost in 2026
Game, set and milk: How the a2 Milk Company became Australian Open’s official milk partner
The a2 Milk Company pioneered the concept of A2 protein milk - and is now bringing it to the tennis masses
EU dairy hit by Chinese tariffs: All you need to know
EU dairy exporters face new border duties as China seeks to shield its domestic industry amid oversupply and falling prices
Whole milk is back in US schools - and plant-based has its place, too
A bill that would improve access to milk alternatives in US schools was embraced by the dairy and alt dairy corners of the industry – here’s why
Global dairy oversupply: Will milk keep on flowing?
Lower farmgate milk prices have not tempered the high levels of milk production globally
EU delays deforestation rule, but industry pushes ahead on soy initiatives
AIC sets date for new sustainability scheme, ForFarmers in alliance with Bunge
Surviving the squeeze: How dairy farmers can thrive as prices tumble
With milk prices under pressure from oversupply, how can farmers maintain healthy margins?
FMD outbreak in South Africa sparks urgent biosecurity push
Experts warn of cross-border risks and call for coordinated disease control measures