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In March, the Swiss-based multinational food giant Nestlé said it will invest over 25 million euros ($28.1 million) to expand its research and development center in Askeaton, Ireland. The enhanced facility will be located at Nestlé`s existing plant in the city, which produces a range of premium powdered milk-based products for infants, young children and mothers for export to world markets.

Public Health England in March released its new Eatwell guide, similar to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans and My Plate (the old food pyramid). England’s top dairy association was quick with a critique, calling the recommendations “baffling and disappointing.”

A dairy industry group has released a report identifying 10 food and nutrition issues likely to impact the dairy industry in the next one to three years. Among the trends are consumer awareness of the need to consume protein and a preference for plant-based diets.

At this year’s Dairy Ingredients Symposium, attendees gained new insights on the latest market trends, science and technology for suppliers and end users of milk and milk products.