Export of main cheese in June 2015 compared to June 2014 increased in volumes for Grated or powered cheeses (+30.2%), Gorgonzola (+16.7%), Asiago, Montasio, Ragusano, Caciocavallo (+6.7%), Grana Padano and Parmigiano Reggiano (+5.7%), Pecorino and Fiore Sardo (+0.2%). The main…
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Italian dairy exports grew in volume, but value dropped
Italy exports in May 2015 compared to May 2014 increased in volumes for Butter (+13.8%), Cheese (+6.4%) while decreased for Whey (-3.9%). Export of main cheese in May 2015 compared to May 2014 increased in volumes for Asiago, Montasio, Ragusano, Caciocavallo (+23.4%), Gorgonzola (+17.0%), Provolone (+3.0%),…
The relevance of PDO cheeses for the Italian dairy sector
Cheeses with PDO (Protected Designation of Origin) have a strategic importance for the Italian dairy sector. 51% of total Italian cow’s milk is processed into PDO cheeses and their volume of production is the highest among all PDO and PGI…
