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Innovation

What COP26 means for the Co-op

Fonterra’s Amsterdam based Trade Strategy and Stakeholder Affairs Manager, Mark Casey, recently attended COP26 – the annual United Nations Convention on Climate in Glasgow. Here are his thoughts on this globally significant event and what it means for the Co-op.

November 26, 2021

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Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka

Anchor joins hands with Sports Ministry to support national high-performance athletes

Recognizing that wholesome nutrition is instrumental to develop internationally-competitive sportsmen and women, Anchor joined hands with the Ministry of Sports to nourish high-performance athletes who aspire to represent Sri Lanka on a global stage.

March 26, 2021

Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka

Anchor continues to empower Abiman Varam winners to achieve their dreams

At just the age of thirteen, Nawanjana Diluni Siriwardene, has several swimming accolades to her name, breaking school and national records, and narrowly missing a spot at the 2019 SAARC games by just 2 seconds.

March 04, 2021

Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka

Fonterra enables access to high-nutrition Mineral Mix packs  to uplift smallholder dairy farm productivity  

In a move to help its smallholder dairy farmers improve dairy cattle health and increase milk yield, Fonterra Brands Lanka has enabled sustained market access to high-nutrition minerals mix packs.

February 19, 2021

Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka

Fonterra distributes value bundle to boost farmers’ productivity

Fonterra Brands Lanka has actioned a programme to provide free access to 3 critical inputs – quality fodder, specially-formulated Minerals Mix packs and mechanised equipment to its smallholder dairy farmers in a drive to elevate on-farm productivity and yield.

February 04, 2021

Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka

3 game-changing technologies from Fonterra preserve milk quality from farm to home

Milk collection and cold chain infrastructure are often perceived as the most challenging link in the dairy farming supply chain.

January 28, 2021

Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka

Fonterra co-creates grass root solutions with their dairy farmers: gives fodder and equipment

Fonterra Brands Lanka has implemented specific solutions together with its dairy farmers to improve milk quality and yield, which includes the provision of fodder and farming equipment.

September 23, 2020

Community

Community

Anchor team strives to provide safe re-start for schoolchildren of Biyagama

Life during the pandemic has been difficult for parents and children alike. The return to school is an important and welcome step, but it is important that children return to a safe and hygienic space to resume their learning.

August 12, 2020

Community

Community

Fonterra team gathers in prayer

Invokes blessings for everyone’s safety as they work tirelessly to serve.

July 07, 2020

Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka

Over Rs. 32 million from Fonterra to support communities and the Nation in the fight against COVID-19

Continuation of milk purchasing ensures safeguarding of local dairy farmer livelihoods.

May 26, 2020

Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka

Fonterra leads the way in ensuring highest food safety and quality standards throughout the supply chain

Collaborates and shares expertise in an effort to strengthen industry practices.

May 25, 2020

Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka

Fonterra Brands Sri Lanka announces change in leadership

Dairy co-operative Fonterra has announced that its Managing Director of the Sri Lankan and Indian Subcontinent business.

May 25, 2020

Nutrition

Nutrition

Milk nutrition facts for World Milk Day

World Milk Day is all about celebrating the goodness in milk, and we’ve got some milk nutrition facts to do just that.

May 24, 2020

Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka

SLSI Confirms that Anchor Meets National Standards for Milk Powder

In-depth audit of New Zealand manufacturing processes guarantees grass to glass quality.

May 22, 2020

Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka

Expanding and innovating without fear: Dairy entrepreneur Shantha reveals his story

Fonterra empowers smallholder dairy farming families to increase milk quality and production.

May 16, 2020

Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka

Manufacturing practices in the new norm

The new “normal” is something we all are getting used to – but what happens when curfew is lifted and we are back at work?

May 05, 2020

Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka

Extraordinary leaders honoured at Fonterra Infinity Awards 2019

Dairy co-operative’s annual recognition process fosters inclusivity and cross-functional nominations.

December 06, 2019

Foodservice

Foodservice

Anchor celebrates the unique talents of Abiman Waram winners and the communities that nurtured them 

Ongoing journey to inspire Sri Lanka’s future generation to follow their dreams and achieve their potential.

November 15, 2019

Foodservice

Foodservice

Fonterra Future Dairy launches Anchor Food Professionals at SIAL India

Hot on the heels of launching its consumer dairy brand Dreamery, Fonterra Future Dairy today unveiled its foodservice offering Anchor Food Professionals in Delhi at SIAL India.

September 30, 2019

Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka

Fonterra Brands Sri Lanka shines with four awards at the National Convention on Quality & Productivity 2019

Fonterra Brands Sri Lanka shines with four awards at the National Convention on Quality & Productivity 2019.

September 15, 2019

Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka

Fonterra Sri Lanka’s Head of Corporate Affairs Thamari Senanayake wins Career Achievement Award

Meet the extraordinary leader who is transcending norms and setting the standard for women in leadership.

September 15, 2019

Foodservice

Foodservice

Fonterra’s world-leading traceability system a first for Sri Lanka 

Continuous commitment to providing safe, high-quality products from grass to glass.

July 25, 2019

Foodservice

Foodservice

Inspiring today’s generation to champion tomorrow with extraordinary purpose

‘Abhiman Varam’ to enable talented students to realise their full potential.

July 20, 2019

New Zealand

New Zealand

The age of the (foodie) explorer – are you one?

Are you an adventurous foodie, up for some sashimi, kimchi, a nicely spiced shakshuka or a tea macchiato?

June 19, 2019

Foodservice

Foodservice

Our stars shine at Fonterra Operations Excellence Awards

More than 400 employees from Fonterra Brands Lanka’s manufacturing and supply chain teams came together recently to celebrate the depth of talent at the inaugural Fonterra Operations Excellence Awards.

January 01, 2019

Foodservice

Foodservice

Finding success through resilience; Dairy Entrepreneur Kalum tells his story

Fewer and fewer young Sri Lankans choose to pursue dairy farming as a source of income, believing that the industry is labour-intensive, unprofitable and unattractive.

July 30, 2018

Foodservice

Foodservice

New Anchor Newdale Mango Blast brings excitement to flavoured milk and yoghurts

Brings together great taste, less added sugar and no sweeteners · Part of ongoing commitment to fuel innovation and grow Sri Lankan dairy.

June 01, 2018

Foodservice

Foodservice

Serve up restaurant-quality meals at home with “Anchor” - Great ingredients make great food!

Treat your family with sophisticated yet simple culinary-at-home delights!

May 15, 2018

Foodservice

Foodservice

Fonterra: Today’s businesses must empower students with an extraordinary purpose

Volunteer New Zealand farmers conduct dairy farming masterclasses with students geared towards uplifting smallholder farming practices.

May 15, 2018

Foodservice

Foodservice

Fonterra’s Sapumal Thibbotuwawa follows his passion: Unleashing the potential of people

An academically qualified engineer turned HR professional, Sapumal Thibbotuwawa answered his calling 14 years ago when he made the monumental shift from an ambition of building machines, to building people.

April 10, 2018

Foodservice

Foodservice

Reviving demand for nutritious local dairy

Fonterra launches Anchor Drinking Yoghurt made from fresh milk. Invests Rs. 309 million in fully-Automated Bottle Filling Machine. Up to 100,000 additional litres of milk to be collected monthly at full capacity.

March 15, 2018

Foodservice

Foodservice

Fonterra’s pioneering local dairy development programme surpasses Rs. 3 billion

Fonterra’s pioneering local dairy development programme surpasses Rs. 3 billion in three years of investment across the value chain. Rapid expansion programme increases consumers’ access to the goodness of local dairy nutrition

February 15, 2018

Foodservice

Foodservice

Fonterra Sri Lanka’s Vidya Sivaraja steps up to lead dairy co-op’s Malaysia and Singapore business

Vidya Sivaraja is not just about challenging boundaries – she has unequivocally shattered them.

January 15, 2018

Foodservice

Foodservice

Redefining taste: Cream of the crop Kapiti cheese touches Sri Lankan shores

Exclusive specialty cheese range launched, set to delight cheese connoisseurs looking for the best.

December 30, 2017

Foodservice

Foodservice

BreadTalk's "White Christmas" creation crowned winner of Anchor X'Mas Cake-off

BreadTalk's inspired team came out on top among other specialty bakeries and cafes to win the coveted Golden Whisk at the first ever exclusive Anchor X'Mas Cake-off.

December 20, 2017

Foodservice

Foodservice

Sri Lanka's First Dairy Innovation Kitchen Helps Chefs Do More For Less

Sri Lankan chefs have been delivering game-changing and delicious recipes to foodies right across the country, following the launch of Sri Lanka’s first dairy innovation kitchen in March.

December 19, 2017

Foodservice

Foodservice

A wish come true - eight irresistible cake creations from your favourite bakers now available throughout the season!

Anchor X’Mas Cake off 2017’ inspires creative cakes by top specialty bakers in Colombo.

December 08, 2017

Foodservice

Foodservice

Fonterra’s Rs. 2 billion investment creates sustainable impact across Sri Lankan dairy value chain

Dairy communities benefit from the first three years of a decade-long, Rs. 10 billion commitment to develop the local dairy industry and give Sri Lankans access to fresh dairy.

December 02, 2017

Foodservice

Foodservice

Women empowering women to uplift dairy farming

Visiting New Zealand farmer shares expertise with local dairying women.

November 29, 2017

Foodservice

Foodservice

Anchor Food Professionals opens Sri Lanka’s first dairy innovation kitchen

Sri Lanka’s foodies are set to receive a delicious boost to their out-of-home dining experience, with Fonterra’s opening of the country’s first dairy innovation kitchen for the foodservice industry.

November 29, 2017

Foodservice

Foodservice

Top Sri Lankan talent owns the stage at Fonterra Infinity Awards Night 2017

More than 600 Fonterra Brands Sri Lanka employees came together this month to celebrate the dairy co-operative’s diversity and depth of talent at the inaugural Fonterra Infinity Awards Night 2017, which recognised the company’s inspiring leaders and top performers.

October 25, 2017

Foodservice

Foodservice

Most Sri Lankans restrict themselves from following their dreams as early as the age of 30-40 years – are you one of them?

Fonterra Brands Sri Lanka says getting older shouldn’t stop you from living your life to the fullest, launches new dairy product to support healthy living.

October 05, 2017

Foodservice

Foodservice

Challenging social norms as a dairy farmer: Anusha tells her story

“If you educate a man you educate an individual, but if you educate a woman you educate a family,” were the wise words of Ghanaian scholar and educator Dr James Emmanuel Kwegyir-Aggrey.

October 04, 2017

Foodservice

Foodservice

50,000 lives improved through Fonterra’s grass roots sustainability projects

Ensuring that every person has access to basic resources such as clean water and quality education will provide rural communities with a greater opportunity to reach their full potential, according to the Sustainable Development Goals of the United Nations.

October 04, 2017

Foodservice

Foodservice

Fonterra doubles its manufacturing capacity for locally-sourced Anchor Newdale yoghurt

Rs. 450mn expansion geared to increase demand for local fresh milk.

September 01, 2017

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