Increased participation by U.S. dairy companies at Gulfood 2016, despite current market conditions, testifies to the industry’s commitment to be a long-term partner. As the appetite for gourmet and trendy food grows in the Middle East and globally, U.S. Dairy is best positioned to deliver a steady, reliable supply of high-quality cheeses and dairy ingredients.

Cheese is increasingly familiar and popular around the world, even in cultures where consumption is non-traditional. Europe is, of course, well-known as a cheese producer and supplier but countries like Australia, New Zealand and the United States have become key suppliers as well, offering global importers and end-users alike a much broader selection to choose from for both Old World favorites such as parmesan, camembert and havarti or new creations like monterey jack.

2015 was a challenging year for both global dairy markets and U.S. dairy exports. Over the medium-term horizon, however, USDEC analysts project that rising global dairy demand will pressure available milk supplies, accelerating export growth momentum for U.S. dairy suppliers through 2020 and beyond.

Studies show that three of the top five most popular New Year’s resolutions are related to health and wellness. Each year, many people vouch to lose weight, eat healthier or exercise more. In 2016, support consumers by innovating with U.S. dairy to make these resolutions easier to achieve.

The 2015 edition of the World Cheese Awards (WCA) held November 26 in Birmingham, United Kingdom proved once again that American cheese makers know how to make cheese!