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Fonterra begins $45m butter plant expansion as it shifts to higher-value dairy products
The Clandeboye expansion, first announced in October 2025, will add a new butter line, increasing capacity and enabling the site to produce a range of butter formats.
Lactalis to shutter Brisbane milk plant and redirect production
French dairy giant Lactalis will close its South Brisbane milk plant in July 2026, shifting production to fewer modern sites as it reshapes its Australian network.
President Trump signs Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act into law
US President Donald Trump has signed the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act of 2025 into law, enabling whole and 2% milk to be offered in schools as part of the federal National School Lunch Program.
Freshways announces £25m investment in new UK dairy processing hub
Freshways, one of the UK’s largest independent dairy suppliers, has unveiled plans for a £25 million investment in a state-of-the-art dairy processing facility in West Bromwich.
Arla Foods unveils upgrades to Lockerbie facility as part of £144m multi-year investment
Arla Foods is expanding its site in Lockerbie, Scotland, with a new UHT and lactose-free Centre of Excellence, as well as a new anaerobic digestion plant.
Arla achieves milestone in sustainability with heat pump technology
Arla has made strides in reducing supply chain emissions through the implementation of high-temperature electric heat pump tech at its AKAFA milk powder site.