Uruguay's Dairy Industry: Navigating Conflicts and Records
Source: dairynews.today
Uruguay's dairy industry is currently characterized by dual developments: promising international growth and significant labor conflicts. As reported by Ámbito, the sector is experiencing a complex situation.
The partial reopening of the Rivera plant, limited to distribution tasks without full industrial production, marks a tentative positive note. However, the union continues to insist on fully resuming operations. "The partial reopening does not guarantee the real continuity of the plant," warned Luis Goichea, a union leader.
On the commercial front, statistics from the National Milk Institute (Inale) indicate a 13% year-over-year increase in revenue for the industry. With exports totaling USD 678.9 million so far, projections suggest the sector may set a third historical record, aiming for over USD 900 million. The products driving this surge include whole milk powder (USD 71.2 million), skim milk powder (USD 4.2 million), and butter (USD 5.6 million), while cheese revenues have decreased by 19%.
Additionally, a rise in international dairy commodity prices is noted, with whole milk powder priced at an average of USD 3,981 per ton—a 36% increase year-over-year—and butter at USD 6,926 per ton, up 21%.
On the commercial front, statistics from the National Milk Institute (Inale) indicate a 13% year-over-year increase in revenue for the industry. With exports totaling USD 678.9 million so far, projections suggest the sector may set a third historical record, aiming for over USD 900 million. The products driving this surge include whole milk powder (USD 71.2 million), skim milk powder (USD 4.2 million), and butter (USD 5.6 million), while cheese revenues have decreased by 19%.
Additionally, a rise in international dairy commodity prices is noted, with whole milk powder priced at an average of USD 3,981 per ton—a 36% increase year-over-year—and butter at USD 6,926 per ton, up 21%.
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