Sheep's milk
Bulgaria Sees Decline in Milk and Butter Production, but Export Growth
In the first half of 2024, Bulgaria processed 500,000 tons of milk. Cow's cheese production saw the most significant growth, increasing by 10% compared to the previous year. Conversely, goat cheese production fell by 15%, reflecting a reduction in goat milk production. Butter production also decreased by 27%, while white brine cheese experienced a 5% increase.
In Cyprus Halloumi war, an ex-pilot champions the old ways
On a cold winter evening in a car park in the Cypriot capital Nicosia, queues are already forming before former airline pilot Pantelis Panteli arrives in a small van to sell his produce.
After being made redundant following the closure of Cyprus Airways in 2013, Panteli decided to try his hand at cheese-making. He hasn't looked back.