Milk, a source of innovation
Milk contains high-quality proteins, minerals, and vitamins, such as B2 and B12. We commit ourselves to finding out how to supply these nutrients more widely and effectively available. Each time, we discover new valuable elements.
The future of dairy starts here
At FrieslandCampina, Research & Development (R&D) is more than just innovation. It is the beating heart of our scientific and technological efforts to shape the future of dairy. With a strong research network and a clear vision on collaboration, health and sustainability, we work on nutrition that is good for both people and planet.
Top performer in dairy innovation: our ambition in R&D
R&D plays a critical role in realising FrieslandCampina’s ambition to be a top performer in dairy. We focus on three core objectives:
- Providing high-quality nutrition to the world;
- Having a positive impact on the planet;
- Finding the best opportunities for our milk.
Our R&D teams work closely with the commercial teams that focus on specific customers, brands, products and markets. R&D is firmly embedded in their strategies. R&D is therefore not only goal-oriented, but also practically applicable. It is the engine for sustainable growth and innovative dairy production.
Innovations that work for people and market
Our scientists and technologists work closely with commercial teams, customers and external experts. In this way, we translate scientific insights directly into scalable and market-oriented innovations that meet the needs of consumers and customers. Whether it's for infant nutrition, sports nutrition or medical applications, our innovations reach millions of people worldwide every day.
Smart innovation for tomorrow's dairy
With seven business-oriented teams and four specific expertise teams in the areas of nutrition, flavor, packaging, and process technology, we connect science to the market. Together, we ensure new, better dairy products that are delicious and accessible. Using data, AI, and smart technologies, we improve our product development and bring innovations to the market faster. A smart approach that contributes to the tomorrow's dairy.
Our R&D expertise for sustainable dairy solutions
Collaboration in research – particularly through open innovation and start-ups – is of great value to FrieslandCampina. This makes it possible to bring in new knowledge and anticipate quickly to developments in nutrition, technology and sustainability. With our expertise, we focus on the areas of nutrition, milk components, process technology, products, packaging, sustainability and dairy farming. These focus areas form the basis for innovative, nutritious and future-proof dairy solutions.
The results of a large-scale nutrition survey SEANUTS II
FrieslandCampina initiated SEANUTS (Southeast Asia Nutrition Surveys), one of the largest nutrition research projects in Southeast Asia. In 2021, we finished the data collection for SEANUTS II, its second instalment. On the basis of new scientific insights, we will develop education and better nutritional products that meet local needs.
Our first recyclable cheese pack
With the world’s first recyclable packaging for cheese, we have gotten one step closer in reaching our goals.
