Nurturing Nutrition: Advancing Infant Nutrition through Strategic Partnerships
Despite the remarkable progress made in reducing global hunger and malnutrition, the statistics remain alarming, especially for children. According to the Global Network Against Food Crises, 36 million children worldwide suffer from acute malnutrition. Recognizing the urgency of this global crisis, forward-thinking companies and startups like Nutricia and Maeil Dairies are forming strategic collaborations and […]
Lactalis Among the Top Contenders – A Dairy Industry Competitive Analysis
Lactalis, one of the top contenders in the dairy industry, aims to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050. The company is adopting various strategies to move towards a sustainable future while making its operations smoother and more efficient. It is researching new technologies and acquiring several companies to bring new and innovative products to the market. […]
5 Startups Making Ice Cream Healthier & Sustainable in 2024
In the UK alone, the ice cream industry consumes 4.81 billion kWh of electrical energy annually, much of it for refrigeration. Furthermore, commercial refrigerants such as HFC R404A have a high global warming potential. The ice cream industry is overdue for upgrades in health and sustainability. About 10% of all milk produced by US dairy […]
Lyras’ UV Pasteurization Technology is becoming Dairy Industry’s Favorite
Thermal Processing has been the traditional decontamination method for years to ensure food safety. However, recent years have witnessed the use of UV lights to improve food life and eliminate the complex production process in thermal processing. “UV Pasteurization technology has a lower environmental impact than traditional pasteurization while also cutting food waste and delivering […]
These Startups are solving the demand for organic infant nutrition in 2025
New Zealand Milk Products(NZMP) by Fonterra reports that approximately 78% of consumers prioritize organic infant nutrition products for environmental and health concerns. This shift has pressured infant nutrition companies to innovate quickly while navigating strict regulations and rising costs. Startups like NGeneBio and Nunona are offering personalized nutrition solutions and plant-based formulas. By addressing sustainability […]
Nestle’s Dairy Supplement Helps Cancer Patients. What’s Next for Specialized Nutrition in Dairy?
I see a growing interest not only in medical nutrition but in specialized nutrition. The worldwide demand is not a trend; this development is here to stay as consumers are increasingly aware of a healthy diet. This holds for people who are getting older, for athletes or for those living busy lives. Herman Ermens, President, […]
Vegan Probiotic Trends to Watch in 2026
Dairy-based products currently dominate the probiotics market, accounting for 80% of the segment. GreyB found that approximately 50% of new patents filed are moving toward these vegan solutions. Pioneering brewers like Kitaoka Honten and establishments like the Korea Institute of Science & Technology are developing newer vegan probiotic solutions. This article discusses the latest vegan probiotic trends in […]
Yili and Fonterra are taking probiotics beyond digestive wellness
Probiotics have gained widespread recognition for their role in promoting a healthy gut and improving digestion. However, the impact of probiotics extends far beyond the digestive system. This article explores the companies harnessing the power of probiotics to address mental health issues, combat aging, and boost immunity. Probiotics Beyond Gut Health. Fonterra’s approach to enhancing […]
Plant or fermentation-based dairy: Which approach solves consumer demands better?
Dairy is responsible for 2.9 percent of total human-induced greenhouse gas emissions. Additionally, one liter of milk requires 628 liters of water, surpassing the water footprint of all the other foods and making it the largest water polluter. Such numbers have spurred the R&D efforts to find environmentally friendly, sustainable dairy alternatives that appeal to the […]
Dairy Giants Like Arla and Yili are Digitalizing The Dairy Industry
The COVID-19 pandemic has even pushed dairy companies to embrace digitalization to engage with consumers effectively, gain insights into consumer behavior, and gather data for optimization and efficiency improvements. In fact, companies like Nestlé have set up a target to get 25% of their sales from e-commerce by 2025. It’s clear that the dairy industry, […]