Milk protein measurement standard expanded
18 February, 2014The standard for measuring the protein content of cow's milk has been expanded to include milk from other species. The IDF and ISO say the revised standard will enhance consumer protection and ensure trade harmonisation.
DSM Delvo Cheese CC-300 and CC-200 cultures for cottage cheese
11 November, 2013DSM has launched two cheese culture ranges for cottage cheese applications. Delvo Cheese CC-300 and Delvo Cheese CC-200 have been developed for medium- and large-scale cheese producers.
Branded milk sales up 8-10% in Coles
01 August, 2013Coles is noticing a resurgence of branded milk sales, with 8-10% growth in some branded product lines.
Fonterra invests another $30 million at Whareroa in Taranaki
24 June, 2013Fonterra has announced a further $30 million investment to expand its dry distribution centre at its Whareroa site in Taranaki.
How organic is your milk?
05 June, 2013Dairy processors can now test to verify the authenticity of claims that milk is organic.
Arla Foods Ingredients Staging milk protein fractions for baby formula
22 May, 2013Built around Arla Foods Ingredients’ Lacprodan portfolio of protein ingredients, Staging is an improved approach to infant formula designed to reflect the fact that the composition of breast milk changes significantly during lactation.
Chr Hansen SaltLite salt-reduction ingredient
06 March, 2013SaltLite consists of DVS starter and adjunct cultures and the fermentation-produced coagulant Chy-Max M to counteract the undesirable flavour, texture and bitterness issues resulting from reduced salt in cheese.
MG steps up farmgate prices despite tough market conditions
19 February, 2013Murray Goulburn says a drive to improve efficiencies in the business has enabled it to provide its supplier-shareholders with a third step up in milk price for the season.
Nutrilac proteins for Greek-style yoghurt
18 February, 2013Arla Foods Ingredients’ range of Nutrilac proteins can help manufacturers to enter the Greek-style yoghurt category without investing in a new processing line, and with reduced levels of wastage.
Dairy prices to increase further
14 February, 2013Dairy prices are likely to increase further in 2013 due to tightening supply and steady demand, according to a recent Situation and Outlook report from Dairy Australia.
Adding fish oil to milk without destroying flavour
03 December, 2012Not everyone likes fish, even though it is a natural source of omega-3 fatty acids. Now researchers have shown it is possible to incorporate fish oil into milk and dairy-based beverages in amounts sufficient to promote heart health without destroying the product’s taste or limiting its lifespan.
MG increases farmgate milk price
18 October, 2012Murray Goulburn has announced a further increase in its farmgate milk price for the 2012/13 season. Managing director Gary Helou said the increase is due to increased milk supply to MG plants and lower operating costs.
Our milk has never contained permeate, claims Aussie Farmers Direct
26 June, 2012In response to yesterday’s announcement that PURA milk will no longer have permeate added, Aussie Farmers Direct has said its milk products do not contain permeate - and never have.
PURA announces permeate-free milk
25 June, 2012Dairy company PURA has announced its milk will no longer contain permeate, a watery by-product of milk processing, as of 1 July 2012.
Role of dairy fat in weight loss to be examined
05 January, 2012RMIT’s Professor John Hawley has secured a $520,000 grant from the Dairy Health and Nutrition Consortium to examine the role of dairy-rich products in weight loss.
