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Crop yields are not the only part of food affected by extreme heat. Climate change can impact milk and eggs, with heat-stressed cows and chickens producing lower quality products.

Crop yields are not the only part of food affected by extreme heat. Climate change can impact milk and eggs, with heat-stressed cows and chickens producing lower quality products.

Barry Callebaut is refocusing its growth strategy around premium gourmet chocolate, specialty ingredients and solutions-led partnerships as it works to restore service levels, regain market share and improve profitability following operational challenges and cocoa market volatility. CEO Hein Schumacher says the company’s Focus for Growth plan prioritises 10 key markets, innovation and higher-margin categories to drive sustainable long-term growth.

Rising feed costs, fertiliser uncertainty and strong demand for dairy protein are reshaping global dairy markets. Experts warn that constraints upstream could keep dairy prices elevated for longer than expected.

Private label does not perform well everywhere. Penetration is high in Europe, for example, especially in Spain and the Netherlands. The US is lagging behind but catching up, while emerging markets usually see quite low private label penetration. Why?

Productivity gains have led to a rise in milk production even as the UK dairy cow herd has shrunk.

The global cheese market is set for further growth.

Why is private label growing globally?
Private label products continue to gain market share as consumers seek value and retailers look for higher margins, greater control over supply chains and stronger differentiation from competitors. In some Western European markets, private label now accounts for more than half of supermarket sales.
Where are private label products made?
Most private label manufacturing remains close to end markets, particularly in the US and Europe, where domestic suppliers can respond quickly to retailer demands. However, countries including China, Thailand, Malaysia and Vietnam are becoming increasingly important manufacturing hubs thanks to competitive costs, export capabilities and growing technical expertise.
Which regions are emerging as private label powerhouses?
Europe remains the global leader in private label penetration, while Southeast Asia is attracting growing interest from retailers and brand owners seeking alternative sourcing locations. Thailand, Malaysia and Vietnam are particularly well positioned due to strong agricultural supply chains, export infrastructure and food manufacturing capabilities.
What does this mean for food and drink manufacturers?
The growth of private label is creating opportunities across the supply chain, from ingredient suppliers and co-packers to specialist manufacturers. At the same time, competition is intensifying as retailers increasingly demand innovation, premium products and faster product development from their manufacturing partners.

What has happened?
Danone and Arcor have finalised a jointly controlled dairy business in Argentina by combining Danone’s local operations with dairy producer Mastellone Hermanos. The deal gives the partners equal ownership and includes the integration of logistics subsidiary Logistica La Serenísima.
Why is it significant?
The transaction deepens a long-standing partnership between Danone and Arcor and creates a more integrated dairy platform focused on innovation, distribution and higher-value dairy products. It also increases Danone’s exposure to one of its key Latin American markets.
What does it mean for the dairy sector?
The move comes at a time of significant change in Argentina’s dairy industry. With Saputo reducing its presence and SanCor continuing to struggle financially, Danone and Arcor are positioning themselves to capture market share and strengthen their competitive advantage in the region.

Dairy farm profits in the UK are expected to fall by two-thirds over the next year due to weakening milk prices and rising costs, a new report has concluded.

Globally, demand for whey is insatiable. The US’s production capacity has essentially been soaked up by the domestic market, and it is unclear if markets elsewhere can cope with the demand. Whey, as well as adding protein to food, provides a great many functional benefits to manufacturers, from emulsification to binding. What alternatives can industry use to the rockstar protein?