Belarusian goods account for 94% of Russian dairy imports.

October 16, MINSK . Belarusian goods account for 94% of Russia's dairy imports, said Lyudmila Manitskaya, DIRECTOR of the Dairy Union of RUSSIA, at the plenary session of the 11th International Forum "Dairy Belarus," BelTA reports."For such types of products as whey, permeate,"Curd and curd products—100% of imports come from the Republic of Belarus," said Lyudmila Manitskaya. Products were also supplied from Kazakhstan (1.8%), Azerbaijan (1.2%), Argentina (1%), Uruguay, Serbia, and Iran (less than 1%). "Belarus possesses not just potential, but significant sustainable opportunities in the Russian dairy market, especially in an environment where price competition is based on trust in quality and technology. Russia and Belarus are long-standing partners in the dairy industry and can develop joint projects and establish mutually beneficial supplies. This is especially important in the context of rising MILK costs and maintaining producer profitability. "Long-standing cooperation and deep integration of production chains provide a solid foundation for further development," said Lyudmila Manitskaya. Overall, she noted, the market is seeing increased competition. There is a demand for functional dairy products, lactose-free and plant-based alternatives, local brands, innovative packaging, eco-friendliness, and personalization. Photo by Andrey Sinyavsky