Finnish Valio group starts Production of drinking milk and cream in the partner company " Galaxy " near St. Petersburg, according to the report of the organization.

Until August about 90% of Valio products on the Russian market were imported from Finland, the rest was made in their own factory in Yershovo (melted cheese) and on a contractual basis for " the Galaxy " (drinking yogurt and kefir bioproduct).

However, on 7 August the Russian Federation for the year restricted the import of food items (meat, fish, vegetables, fruits, production of milk and other) countries that were imposed against her punishment: USA, EU, Canada, Australia and Norway. Later the list excluded lactose-free milk and dairy products. Valio said they would continue their shipments in Russia.

The production of drinking Valio milk UHT fat 1, 5%, 2, 5% 3, 2% and cream with a fat content of 10% will begin at the company " Galaxy " in October, stress in organizations." Expanding the range of products produced in the Russian Federation,

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