Dive Summary:
- As U.S. concerns grow over the environmental impact of Greek yogurt by-product "acid whey," Chobani and Dannon are playing down claims while promising to explore other uses and means of disposal.
- The concerns were fueled by a Modern Farmer article published last week that said yogurt producers are "scrambling to figure out what to do with" increasing amounts of acid whey, which can lower water oxygen levels and kill fish.
- One of Chobani's alternative uses for the whey is sending it back to farmers, who use it to supplement livestock diets or as a land-applied fertilizer, and both companies insist there is little cause for concern.
From the article:
... "At Chobani, we are committed to being a good community partner. That includes finding responsible uses for whey, a natural by-product of the process to create authentic strained Greek yogurt. We are constantly exploring the best ideas and options for beneficial whey use," the statement added. ...
