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Farmer PR encouraged with new handbook
A German public relations (PR) handbook, “Clattering is also part of the craft” is a guideline for public relations work on dairy cattle farms, explaining to milk producers how they can uncomplicatedly bring their topics to the public.
DMK introduces Bahlsen ice cream
After launching Baileys and its own brand, Milram, on to ice cream retail shelves last year, DMK is continuing its positive development with the introduction of Bahlsen ice cream, available from May.
UK butter deficit may increase under no deal Brexit, AHDB warns
Under a no-deal scenario, the UK would face the EU common external tariff on any exports sent to the EU, noted the Agricultural and Horticultural Development Board (AHDB) in its newsletter.
Ornua delivered strong performance in 2018
Ornua, Ireland’s largest exporter of dairy products, delivered a strong trading performance in 2018 with group turnover up +0.6% to €2.08 billion.
DMK acquires Alete
Deutsches Milchkontor (DMK) has acquired Alete GmbH and German Babyfood GmbH, in order to further develop the baby food business sector.
Britain won’t impose trade tariffs on Cypriot halloumi
Britain has pledged not to impose trade tariffs on imports of halloumi cheese from Cyprus in the event that the UK withdraws from Europe with no deal, according to a post by The Times.
Petschar with another happy message
Austrian dairies were able to export milk and dairy products in the amount of €1.23 billion in 2018. This represents an increase of €48 million or 4.1% compared to 2017.
Meadow milk charter for German Arla
Arla Foods has signed the pasture charter of the Pro Weideland programme in in Germany.
International trade features at Milchforum
The 10th annual Berlin Milchforum took a look Germany’s international trade picture and provided a happier outlook for some sectors
Schwälbchen Molkerei AG achieved promising results in 2018
Although 2018 started weakly for Schwälbchen Molkerei AG, with low prices notably reducing margins, the company’s product structure enabled the dairy to achieve a good business results for the year.
“Brexit – A critical week ahead – don’t spill the milk!”
EDA chair, Michel Nalet, writes to EU President, Donald Tusk ahead of this critical week for Brexit.
Naturex strengthens its range of colouring foods
Naturex has launched its new range of natural food colours, Vegebrite Ultimate Spirulina.
Dairy UK urges MP’s to protect future of British Dairy
Speaking today the chief executive of Dairy UK, Dr Judith Bryans said: “No matter what your view on Brexit, the industry has not been given the clarity or time it needs to ensure it is ready.”
MIV defends milk
According to a Harvard University study, there may be a link between pasteurised cow milk from industrial dairies and hormone-related cancers.