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German exports stable and grow to Asia
German foreign trade figures for the first half of 2019 show a stable picture for the export of dairy products from Germany.
US Dairy inspires healthy snacking advances at Fi Asia
At this week’s Fi Asia show in Bangkok, the US Dairy Export Council (USDEC) is addressing how US dairy ingredients are advantageous ingredient solutions to effectively meet today’s wide-ranging consumer expectations.
FrieslandCampina Ingredients makes debut at Fi Asia
FrieslandCampina Ingredients brands Domo, Kievit, DMV and Nutrifeed have been brought together in a new organisation positioned to service the distinct nutritional needs of the Asia-Pacific market.
Arla employs supercooling technology for long-distance transport
Distance is no longer a difficulty for Arla Foods, which has pioneered a new supercooling technology, enabling fresh dairy products to travel long distances on ships, opening up international export opportunities.
British cheese stocked in China’s first Costco
Costco, the membership warehouse club retailer, has opened its first store in China and British cheese is set to be part of its food offering.
Trade deal with Japan “critical” to US dairy industry
US dairy producers have voiced their concerns over the country’s trade deal with Japan, which is yet to be secured.
Fonterra forecasts losses of €390million
Fonterra has confirmed it forecasts losses of NZ$590-675 million (€342-390m) for the 2019 financial year (end 31 July 2019) ahead of full results being released in September.
Fonterra to reduce Beingmate shareholding
Fonterra is looking to sell a portion of its stake in Beingmate Baby & Child Food Company, which is currently a shareholding of 18.8%.
SIG expands business in China
SIG has announced it will construct a second aseptic carton packaging production pant in Suzhou, China, to meet current and future demand in the region.
Yili launches ice cream and R&D in Indonesia
Yili Group, Asia’s largest dairy firm, has launched its first Mocha Coffee ice cream in Indonesia, marking a new milestone in expansion.
EU signs new trade agreement with Vietnam
On 30 June, the EU signed a trade agreement with Vietnam. This comes just two days after the EU closed the deal on the Mercosur agreement.
India continues Chinese dairy ban
The Indian government has voted to extend its current ban on the import of dairy products from China due to continuing fears of melamine contamination and adulteration.
CAAS, UCD and Teagasc to form China-Ireland Sustainable Dairy Development Centre
UCD, Teagasc and the Institute of Animal Science, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences (CAAS) will form the “China-Ireland Sustainable Dairy Development Centre”.
AHDB reports on first quarter for UK, global supplies
In contrast to tightening milk supplies in the EU as a whole, UK milk production has been hitting 20-year highs every month so far this year, according to the UK AHDB.