Tag: dairy industry

Estimated reading time: 3 minutes Cow mastitis is an inflammation of the mammary gland (udder) in cows, most often caused by bacterial infection, physical trauma,...

Estimated reading time: 5 minutes Many consumers have encountered milk that curdles quickly or experienced stomach discomfort after eating dairy desserts. It often turns out...

Dairy Digits is a monthly report on the latest key market indicators in respect of unprocessed milk and dairy products, and other dairy market...

Estimated reading time: 4 minutes The Dairy Standard Agency (DSA) has enjoyed an exceptional 2025 so far, marking two major achievements that underscore its ongoing...

Bacillus cereus is a hardy, spore-forming bacterium commonly found in the environment – from soil to raw milk. Although often overlooked, it can cause significant...

Estimated reading time: 12 minutes This year, the dairy industry was among the hardest hit by foot-and-mouth (FMD) disease outbreaks in most provinces in the...

Webinar discussion The Dairy Standard Agency (DSA) is an independent, non-profit initiative of Milk SA that works with government, processors, and farmers to promote the...

As parents, we're laser-focussed on nutrition for our babies and young children, making sure they get every nutrient necessary for healthy growth. But once...

The organised dairy industry acknowledges the importance of compliance with the related regulations and standards as it pertains to the dairy value chain. Amongst such...

Estimated reading time: 4 minutes Brucellosis is widely regarded as a serious threat to livestock producers in South Africa. While it may not currently command...