As noted by AHDB, the recovery of the commercial dairy markets in the first quarter of 2026 raised hopes of an increase in milk purchase prices and an easing of pressure on farm profitability. However, market signals remain mixed, and in April the dairy fats segment lost a significant portion
According to LRT English, the sharp fall in milk purchase prices has left Lithuanian dairy farms in a critical situation. Since last autumn, the purchase price of milk has fallen by about a third, meaning that many farms can no longer cover the costs of fuel, fertiliser and feed. Some
According to yumda, cheese consumption in Germany reached a new record high in 2025. Last year, average per capita cheese consumption in Germany rose by 900 g compared with 2024, reaching 26.4 kg per year. This is almost 3 kg more than the average consumption in Switzerland. Gouda has been
As Dairy Reporter points out, consumers want more protein — but at the same time they expect the drinks to taste good. Protein continues to make significant inroads into various categories of drinks — from coffee and milkshakes to new formats such as protein-infused sparkling water. However, manufacturers face a
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