Market trends

Despite animal health and climate challenges impacting milk supply and inflationary and trade challenges impacting dairy demand, the sector remains resilient, says Mary Ledman, global dairy strategist at RaboResearch. Photo: Canva

26-06 | Interview

“Demand for dairy remains resilient in 2025”

More than 90% of dairy farms in China are making a loss. High feed costs are still a major issue, and small and medium-sized companies in particular cannot cope with them. Photo: Mark Pasveer

25-06 | Article

Small dairy farmers in China are getting rid of cows

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19-06 | News

Trials show new dairy feed additive cuts methane by up to 28%

Demand for dairy in Europe remains good, but disappointing economic figures, especially in Germany, could put a brake on consumption in the autumn and winter of 2025. Photo: Peter Roek

18-06 | News

RaboResearch: Milk production growth, consumer confidence low

GLP-1 users don’t merely reduce intake – they pivot their preferences. Research reveals a declining taste for rich, sweet, or salty foods, denting processed dairy like ice cream, robust cheeses, and sugary yoghurts. Photo: Canva

12-06 | Expert opinion

How GLP-1 weight-loss drugs are redefining the dairy sector

Dairy Diary: May business update

29-05 | News

Dairy Diary: May business update

The total volume of feed sold by ForFarmers increased by 17.5% compared to the first quarter of 2024. Photo: Carin Vos

28-05 | News

ForFarmers animal feed company reports profit growth

Photo: Mark Pasveer

21-05 | News

Tariffs on US grains and soy among EU’s proposed countermeasures

Following a meeting of European leaders – the first summit between the EU and the UK since Brexit in 2020 – it was agreed that the mutual export of agrifood products between the EU and the UK must occur again without certification, border controls or other red tape. Photo: Peter Roek

20-05 | News

EU-UK trade agreement: What it means for agricultural products

Advanced liner and cluster solutions can be instrumental in improving milk yield and quality as they facilitate automatic dipping and flushing. Photo: Canva

15-05 | News

Factors that fuel the growth of the milking robots market

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