Archives for March 5, 2008

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Aseptic fillers target improved production speed

By  Neil Merrett

Two new aseptic filling machines can reduce the processing time required by dairy manufacturers for using multiple small-volume carton packages, their manufacturer claims.

Eastern European dairy outgrowing Western rivals

By  Neil Merrett

The Eastern European dairy industry is expected to grow at a faster rate than rival markets in the US and Western Europe over the next few years, on the back of increasing consumer spending and product innovation, according to a new report.

EDA not supporting UK farmers' 'fair trade' calls

By  Neil Merrett

Calls by a UK-based dairy cooperative for the implementation of a "fair trade" style price system for the country's milk farmers to avoid a potential supply crisis, have not been backed by the European Dairy Association (EDA).