Saputo creates ingredients division to capitalize on protein demand

· Agriculture & Food · Canada

Saputo has established a new ingredients business unit to focus on protein demand, investing to increase whey protein production amid industry-wide shortages. The move positions the cheesemaker to capture growth in the protein ingredients market.

Why it matters：This reflects a broader trend of dairy companies diversifying into higher-value ingredients as global protein demand rises and shortages persist.

Key points

  • Saputo creates a new ingredients division.
  • The division will increase whey protein production.
  • The move addresses industry-wide protein shortages.

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