Covid-19
Uelzena prepared for Covid-19
The Uelzena dairy group in Germany sees itself as well prepared for the challenges posed by Covid-19, although it will have an impact for the second quarter.
Voluntary reduction preferred, says German co-op group
A voluntary reduction in quantity by milk producers against payment of compensation can only be considered, if other measures available under European market law prove to be inadequate, says the German Raiffeisen Federation.
Shepherds Purse loves ewes with Yorkshire Fettle relaunch in UK
Shepherds Purse, a North Yorkshire, UK-based cheese maker, has fast tracked the launch of its new format feta-style cheese in a bid to help support struggling sheep milk farmers affected by the Covid-19 pandemic.
RABDF survey highlights UK dairy losses
More than one million litres of milk have been discarded in the UK since the start of the coronavirus outbreak, with some milk still struggling to find a home, figures from a British industry survey have shown.
Bayernland donates to Verona for anniversary
Management of Bayernland Sterzing used its anniversary to present Francesco Bosa, president of the Red Cross in Verona, with a check for €50,000 for the purchase of Covid-19 aids for the city of Verona and the surrounding communities.
US begins assistance programme for dairy
The Coronavirus Food Assistance Program was announced in the US last week. It is an important first step that begins to bring much-needed relief to the US dairy industry, according to Michael Dykes, president and CEO of the US International Dairy Foods Association.