Arla to Commit €63 Million to Meet Protein-Rich Food Demand
Skyr volumes rose more than 33% and cottage cheese volumes increased 25% over three years as Arla expands capacity for protein-rich foods.
- Danish-Swedish dairy co-op Arla Foods announced a €63 million investment to expand production of skyr and cottage cheese, addressing rapidly increasing global demand for protein-rich dairy products.
- Arla CEO Peder Tuborgh stated the investment reflects a "multi-year effort" to serve consumers, as skyr and cottage cheese have become "everyday staples" reflecting broader shifts toward protein-rich foods.
- The funding includes €35 million for skyr production in Upahl, Germany, and €28.3 million for cottage cheese manufacturing in Falkenberg, Sweden, building on €51 million Arla spent since 2023.
- Skyr volumes have grown by more than 33% across European markets over the past three years, while cottage cheese volumes increased by 25%, becoming "one of the clearest beneficiaries" of nutritional trends.
- Consumers across Europe are increasingly seeking practical foods for active lifestyles, as producers across the dairy industry invest to expand capacity and keep pace with evolving consumer needs.
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Over the past three years, Arla has experienced increased demand for skyr and cottage cheese. Now production is to be expanded.
Over the past three years, Arla has experienced increased demand for skyr and cottage cheese. Now production is to be expanded.
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Agriland.ieArla to commit €63 million to meet protein-rich food demand
Danish-Swedish dairy co-op Arla has said it will invest €63 million to grow its offering of skyr and cottage cheese, amid a demand for protein-rich food. The investment, at sites in Germany and Sweden, is aimed at allowing Arla to meet growing demand across markets while creating greater value from the milk it takes in […]
Arla is investing millions in the production of skyr and cottage cheese in Sweden and Germany. This is part of a global protein trend that, according to CEO Peder Tuborgh, is stronger than ever.
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