Expert Opinion
Georghii Kukhaleishvili
analyst
Association of Milk Producers

Global Dairy Market: Milk Surpluses Put Pressure on Prices

Nearly all dairy regions experienced an atypical increase in milk yields, which led to a rise in global milk production volumes. According to calculations by…

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…

New EU Agreement Provides for Increased Dairy Product Quotas

The new trade agreement between Ukraine and the EU provides for an increase in duty-free quotas for key Ukrainian dairy exports. This includes butter, with a 233.3% increase (up to 10 thousand tonnes per year); skimmed milk powder, with a 308% increase (up to 20 thousand tonnes per year); and condensed milk, with a 150% increase. However, to gain greater access to the EU market, the Ukrainian government and businesses must complete the harmonization of EU production standards for animal welfare, veterinary requirements, environmental protection, pesticides, and GMOs by 2028.