Tag: Dairy exports

According to the Food Chemical Alliance, milk produced in the US faces a variety of bans or restrictions in numerous countries, including the European Union, Canada, Japan, and Australia. The central issue behind these global rejections is a divergence in agricultural practices and safety standards, particularly concerning the synthetic growth hormone rBST used in some American dairy farming. This article explores the specific reasons for these international regulations and the differences in milk production that lead to these trade barriers.

According to the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), global milk production nearly tripled between 1961 and 2021. In the quest for quality and nutrition, many consumers ask: what country has the healthiest dairy? The answer depends on a variety of factors, from farming methods to animal welfare standards, and highlights several nations as leaders in producing high-quality milk and dairy products.