A new dairy firm – Surlat Industrial – officially takes form this week as a result of a partnership between Chilean dairy cooperative Lacteos Surlat and Iparlat. The two companies will have equal control over the new venture. Roth explained that cooperatives like Lacteos Surlat must form alliances with large companies like Iparlat to best compete with large dairy processing corporations that control prices in Chile’s market.

Go deeper with GlobalData

Data Insights

The gold standard of business intelligence.

Find out more


Lacteos Industrial’s activities will cover the full spectrum of dairy production and will be destined for the consumer market, thus eliminating the need to sell dairy processors.


By Steve Anderson, just-food.com correspondent

Just Food Excellence Awards - Have you nominated?

Nominations are now open for the prestigious Just Food Excellence Awards - one of the industry's most recognised programmes celebrating innovation, leadership, and impact. This is your chance to showcase your achievements, highlight industry advancements, and gain global recognition. Don't miss the opportunity to be honoured among the best - submit your nomination today!

Nominate Now