Expert Opinion
Georghii Kukhaleishvili
analyst
Association of Milk Producers

Global Dairy Market: Cow Diseases and Weather Impact Milk Supply

From January to July, the EU's raw milk production decreased due to cow diseases and unfavorable weather. Drought has also led to lower yields in…

Georghii Kukhaleishvili
analyst
Association of Milk Producers

The Global Dairy Market: Unstable Milk Yields and Economic Conditions

According to Teagasc data, in 2025, milk production volumes are showing mixed dynamics in the main dairy product exporting regions. As reported by Agriland, demand…

DAIRY FARM MANAGEMENT AND MILK PRODUCTION TECHNOLOGIES

Effective dairy farm management requires systematic action, sustainability, and the ability to find solutions in a changing environment. These very aspects will be the focus of the section "DAIRY FARM MANAGEMENT AND MILK PRODUCTION TECHNOLOGIES."

Industrial Dairy Farms Increase Raw Milk Production in January-August 2025

Industrial Dairy Farms (IDFs) have increased their raw milk production volumes since the beginning of the year and managed to avoid a drop in yields this summer, thanks to favorable weather conditions and measures to improve cow comfort, reports Georghii Kukhaleishvili, an analyst at the Association of Milk Producers of Ukraine.

Falling Commodity Prices Pressure Purchase Prices

Raw milk prices in Ukraine remain stable amidst declining demand and lower commodity prices, reports Georghii Kukhaleishvili, an analyst at the Association of Milk Producers of Ukraine.

  • Tuesday, 23 September 2025

Herd Health Starts with Calves

Over the past five years, reproductive efficiency and the genetic component on dairy farms have significantly improved. Most farms are investing in high-quality semen, laying the foundation for a high genetic potential herd.

  • Friday, 19 September 2025

Dairy Farm Cow Population Relatively Stable

The cow population is declining due to the ongoing consequences of the war and the relocation of cattle. The reduction in the number of cows is most significant in household farms, while on agricultural enterprises, it remains stable compared to the previous year, reports Georghii Kukhaleishvili, an analyst at the Association of Milk Producers of Ukraine.

Butter Curbs Milk Price Hikes in the EU

Raw milk prices in the EU saw a minor increase in August due to lower yields in several member states. However, a significant rise in the purchase price is unlikely due to falling prices for butter and other commodities, according to Georghii Kukhaleishvili, an analyst at the Association of Milk Producers.

GDT Auction: Raw Milk Surpluses Pressure Commodity Prices

Following the auction, all products except for Cheddar cheese became cheaper. An atypical increase in milk yields in key dairy regions has led to a surplus of raw milk on the market, which has lowered global prices for commodities where supply exceeds demand, reports Georghii Kukhaleishvili, an analyst at the Association of Milk Producers.

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QFTP Supervisory Board Meeting Held with AMP Representative Participation

On September 11, 2025, a meeting of the Supervisory Board of the Swiss-Ukrainian Program "Trade Development with Higher Value Added in the Organic and Dairy Sectors of Ukraine" (Quality FOOD Trade Program, QFTP) was held in Kyiv, with the participation of Olena Zhupinas, Deputy General Director of the Association of Milk Producers (AMP).

Milk Prices Stable, Demand Low

The growth in raw milk prices in Ukraine slowed down in early September, due to the suspension of dairy product exports to the EU and a lack of demand from milk processing plants, reports Georghii Kukhaleishvili, an analyst at the Association of Milk Producers.