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ICDA 2026: the retail and foodservice winners at a glance

Waitrose & Partners dominated the 2026 retail titles with six categories, while Booths claimed Supreme Cheese Retailer.

2026-06-26

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ICDA 2026: the supreme winners at a glance

Lactalis-Mainland New Zealand won Supreme Champion Cheese, with Bourne's Cheshire the leading British entry as Reserve Supreme.

2026-06-26

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Why the ICDA Awards are more than trophies

The commercial value of an ICDA award lies not in the day itself but in how a producer uses it afterwards as evidence in trade conversations.

2026-06-19

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From whey stream to high-value ingredient

Integrated ultrafiltration and reverse osmosis let processors recover high-value whey protein while returning most process water to the plant.

2026-06-16

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Winning the dairy floor

Redzone reports customers average a 26% productivity gain by equipping frontline dairy teams to spot and fix losses within the same shift.

2026-06-16

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Dairy Connect accelerates growth with appointment of Lynn Harte as commercial director

Lynn Harte's appointment as commercial director marks Dairy Connect's move towards its formal October 2026 launch as a connective industry platform.

2026-06-01

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A legacy built on membrane expertise - and much much more

David Kellett and Partners now delivers complete dairy process engineering, with a planned management buyout set to preserve its hands-on approach.

2026-05-14

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The appetite was always there: inside the first Dairy Connect Ireland event

Irish dairy has a genuine gap for dedicated commercial networking, and the first Dairy Connect Ireland event proved the appetite for it.

2026-04-20

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When a cheese competition starts judging sports nutrition, pay attention

By formally judging functional and high-protein products, the ICDA confirms dairy now competes as a functional food category, not just on the deli counter.

2026-03-17

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Cheese & dairy forum Ireland: a platform for a new era of Irish dairy

The Cheese & Dairy Forum Ireland is positioned to give Irish producers the visibility, buyer access and export readiness needed to compete internationally.

2026-02-11

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Traditional Alpencheddar takes gold at the ICDA 2025!

The Grand Gourmand's Traditional Alpencheddar has taken gold at the ICDA 2025, with the 2026 vintage now open for orders.

2025-10-22

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New Zealand's ICDA success strengthens UK export prospects

Independent ICDA recognition gives Fonterra's grass-fed dairy the provenance and quality proof to win premium UK retail and foodservice listings post-FTA.

2025-10-17

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ICDA EXPO 2026 launches with a bold new vision for the dairy industry

The 2026 International Cheese & Dairy EXPO splits retail and foodservice across two days to give exhibitors sharper access to the buyers that matter.

2025-09-17

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Removing steps, unlocking time: ZwitterCo Evolution membranes

ZwitterCo reports its anti-fouling Evolution membranes eliminate the enzyme cleaning step and cut CIP costs by more than half.

2025-09-10

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Optimising dairy packaging for high- volume periods

Centralising packing-line control through one master terminal and adding vision inspection cuts costly manual data errors when high demand strains dairy production lines.

2025-09-02

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Leveraging smart systems for competitive advantage in dairy | Inspiron

Integrated production control software cuts manual errors and strengthens traceability, giving dairy producers a competitive and reputational edge.

2025-08-25

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WZ Packaging: leading the way in sustainable dairy packaging with the Enviro Ultra-Laminates range

WZ Packaging's Enviro Ultra-Laminates range shows dairy packaging can reduce material and improve recyclability without sacrificing barrier protection.

2025-07-01

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Belton Farm, Waitrose and Lancashire Farm Dairies take top honours at ICDA 2025

Belton Farm took Supreme Champion Cheese and Lancashire Farm Dairies Supreme Champion Dairy Product, with Waitrose dominant across the retail titles at ICDA 2025.

2025-06-30

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ICDA EXPO special

The EXPO show special issue collects exhibitor features, product innovations and event highlights in one Dairy Mail edition.

2025-06-25

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A world united by cheese: how global innovation is reshaping an ancient craft

Cheesemaking is entering its most diverse and collaborative era, with international recognition increasingly turning small producers into globally distributed brands.

2025-06-02

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'Int milk brilliant' - and still today

Milk's cultural and commercial relevance endures because it delivers essential nutrition and keeps adapting to new consumer needs.

2025-06-01

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Why the ICDA Awards are more than just medals

An ICDA win works as a practical buying signal that producers can carry from the judging table through to shelf space and shopper loyalty.

2025-05-21

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Why attend the International Cheese & Dairy EXPO

Attending the EXPO and entering the ICDA Awards give dairy businesses networking, market insight and credible validation to navigate premiumisation and health-led change.

2025-05-19

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Ensuring cheese quality through advanced weighing and inspection systems

Investing in traceable weighing and inspection technology guards producers against costly recalls and reputational damage while improving margins.

2025-05-01

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Securing dairy operations from cow to shelf | Circle Group

Circle Group argues wireless, solar-powered alarm systems suit dairy sites better than costly traditional security and can pay for themselves by preventing losses.

2025-04-30

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Optimising cheese & dairy processing | ZwitterCo

ZwitterCo's fouling-resistant membranes shorten CIP cycles and save over £1,000 per element annually while raising uptime and cutting resource use.

2025-04-11

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Streamlining dairy production | Inspiron

Combining precise batch traceability with smart weighing and cutting lets dairy producers manage recalls and protect margins.

2025-03-27

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Judging cheese & dairy awards | ICDA Awards

Judging at the ICDA is a strategic career advantage, giving professionals early insight into product innovation and shifting consumer trends.

2025-03-07

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Celebrating cheese excellence | Academy of Cheese

Affinage is emerging as a strategic differentiator for British cheesemakers, driving product innovation and stronger positioning in a competitive market.

2025-03-04

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Market insight

Despite foot-and-mouth disruption, European cheese prices are expected to keep rising through the first half of 2025.

2025-02-06

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Solving the wonky cheese label problem

Inspiron Systems' Cheese Centralizer aims to position irregular cheese packs accurately before labelling, cutting the relabelling that can affect up to 30% of packs.

2025-02-06