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Plant-Based Alternative Milk Factories

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Danone Switches Dairy Factory to Alpro Oat Milk Production

— December 7, 2021 — Lifestyle
Danone is transforming one of its dairy factories to scale Alpro Oat Milk production for distribution in the UK. The switch follows the company's several million investments into new facilities in the UK to expand plant-based options throughout. The dairy giant expects to produce 300 million liters of plant milk per year as it transitions to Alpro plant milks.

Danone's transformed factory in the UK is located in Kettering, where products are made for customers in the UK and Ireland. This facility will mainly produce oat milk. The plans also include the company's ambitions to reduce energy, water, and CO2 usage. Danone aims to "continue being the brand to fuel the category growth" as the nation's appetite for plant-based products increases.

Image Credit: Danone / Alpro
Trend Themes
1. Plant-based Milk Substitution - The shift from dairy to plant milk production presents opportunities for companies to innovate and offer more options for consumers looking for dairy-free alternatives.
2. Sustainable Manufacturing Processes - Danone's aim to reduce energy, water, and CO2 usage presents an opportunity for other companies to prioritize sustainability in their manufacturing processes and differentiate themselves from competitors.
3. Expansion of Plant-based Offerings - Danone's investment in new facilities to expand plant-based options presents an opportunity for other companies to diversify their product portfolios and appeal to the growing demand for plant-based products.
Industry Implications
1. Food and Beverage - The food and beverage industry has the opportunity to expand their plant-based offerings and appeal to consumers who are looking for healthier and more sustainable options.
2. Manufacturing - Manufacturing companies have the opportunity to prioritize sustainability in their operations and reduce their environmental impact.
3. Retail - Retailers have the opportunity to capitalize on the growing demand for plant-based products by stocking and promoting a wider variety of dairy-free offerings.
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