Azores Milk Producers: Insights into a Unique Milk Industry

Welcome to our new audio article from Ceva Sounds Ruminants. The topic of today is Azores Milk Production: Insights into a Unique Milk Industry. A content developed by Ana Sofia Santos (Head of Research and Innovation at FeedInov CoLAB).In this episode, we explore how the Azores has developed one of Europe’s most distinctive pasture-based dairy systems. Thanks to its volcanic soils, mild Atlantic climate and year-round grazing conditions, the region produces more than 30% of Portugal’s milk while maintaining a strong grass-fed identity. We discuss the benefits and challenges of this production model, including sustainability, animal welfare, methane emissions and the economic impact of geographic isolation. The episode also highlights the growing importance of premium dairy products, organic milk and innovative initiatives such as the “Happy Cows” program, which are helping position Azorean dairy products in increasingly competitive international markets.If you want to learn more about ruminants, visit ruminants.ceva.pro.