We tell you what is special about cheeses from OOO Primemilk and is it true that cream substitutes are chemicals

Topic news Belarus is among the world's top ten exporters of MILK and dairy products. But Primemilk LLC occupies a special place in this market. Because if for most manufacturers whey is just a by-product of production (it is obtained during the production of cottage cheese and cheese), then for Primemilk LLC it is a valuable raw material from which healthy and tasty products are made. We talked about this with the DIRECTOR Anatoly Belyavsky.
- Anatoly Stanislavovich, what are your current capabilities for using whey?

- Whey is a valuable protein product containing a huge number of micro- and macroelements. The uniqueness of our enterprise is that we are engaged in its deep processing. The range of products that we produce on its basis is so wide that only a couple of other global manufacturers can compete with us. From whey we obtain a wide range of soft cheeses, various dry food and feed ingredients, concentrates, and also a cream substitute.

For example, dry demineralized whey contains more than 10% whey protein, a lot of milk SUGAR and all the natural vitamins and microelements that are also found in milk . It is a natural and healthy ingredient. Dry whey is used in the production of whole milk products, sour cream products, yoghurts, ice cream, condensed milk, baby food and drinks. It is added to waffles, cookies, gingerbread, candy fillings, mousses and various desserts, sauces, kissels, jellies, puddings. Since whey makes the dough fluffier, improves the taste and increases the biological and nutritional value of the product, it is also actively used in the production of bakery and pasta.

- What are the advantages of whey-based soft cheeses?
- Our soft cheeses contain more calcium, magnesium, and iron than classic cottage cheese. The albumin whey protein in the base of our soft cheese is absorbed 15% better than the casein protein of milk. This is an ideal product for healthy eating.
Chef Works soft cheese is made using unique technologies. It has a delicate silky texture and a unique milky, slightly sweet taste and at the same time low calorie content. It is perfect for creating desserts, cheesecakes, casseroles, cheesecakes and other culinary masterpieces.

- You produce a cream substitute. In the minds of some consumers, this is pure "chemistry" ... Is it really so?
- In the production of our products, we do not use any preservatives or synthetic substances! Cream substitute is a 100% natural product, contains whey proteins, natural milk sugar , rich in all the natural vitamins and microelements that are in milk.

Traditional markets for this product are the Persian Gulf countries, CHINA , the United Arab Emirates, Kazakhstan , Afghanistan, Iran, African countries, i.e. those countries where natural milk is in short supply and its substitutes are in demand.

Our natural cream substitute is an excellent alternative to milk. It has a long shelf life, excellent solubility and a rich creamy-milk taste.

By the way, in 2025, Primemilk LLC is launching a new brand, Legendairy, under which it will offer a cream substitute in consumer packaging of 250 g - 2 kg. Before that, we produced it only in wholesale lots.
- How popular are the products of your company?
- We operate at 100% capacity. We process about 900 tons of whey per day and produce about 90 tons of dry powder and up to 20 tons of soft cheese per day. And almost everything goes off the wheels.
The leading enterprises of our country work on the ingredients of Primemilk. At the same time, more than 90% is sold for EXPORT . Today, dry ingredients are supplied to the markets of dozens of countries. Among them are not only traditional, but also exotic destinations - Africa, the Middle East, and South America. We have significantly increased supplies to China. Soft cheeses can be found in almost all chains in Belarus. A significant volume is exported for the Horeca and Retail segments of RUSSIA, Kazakhstan, and Georgia. In 2025, we entered the markets of Turkmenistan and Armenia. The products are in demand there both in confectionery production and in chain stores for sale.
This success is easy to explain. The technologies we use have no analogues and meet world standards. The enterprise is equipped with modern European equipment. Its installation was carried out under the supervision of specialists from all over Europe. A special feature of our plant is the full automation of production processes, as well as the ability to visually monitor them. The enterprise has implemented and successfully certified such quality management systems as HACCP, FSSC 22000,iso 14001, ISO 45001, Halal. That is, we have created all the necessary conditions for the production of high-quality and safe products. It has been repeatedly noted both at international exhibitions and at public tastings. For example, "Primemilk" has twice received the title of laureate of the RB Government Prize for achievements in the field of quality.
- Where in Belarus can I buy your products to taste?

- Soft cheeses are available in almost all retail chains in Belarus. Dry ingredients will soon also become available to ordinary buyers. In particular, we are currently preparing to launch a new packaging line, thanks to which dry ingredients can also be purchased in packaging from 250 grams. Before that, our dry ingredients were sold exclusively in wholesale packaging.
- Tell us about the people who work in production.

- We have a young, hardworking and ambitious team. At the moment, the company employs 205 people. The average salary is 2800 rubles. In order to maintain a stable staff and attract young personnel, we provide all employees with a good social package. It includes HEALTH insurance, gym memberships,swimming pool , we also organize food delivery.

For me personally, the team is very important. People should sincerely love their business, be proud of it. And for food products to be truly tasty, they must be produced by happy people. We have exactly that!

In 2024 , the company's specialists underwent a social audit again, which confirmed the high level of social responsibility of the management and the involvement of the team in the common cause. A person with a good salary, a social package and excellent working conditions feels worthy, spreads a sense of confidence around and makes others happy. We care about our people, because their efforts give a common result. Elena KOZLOVSKAYA, photos provided by the company