Fonterra, New Zealand's largest dairy company, has reported a 2.5% increase in milksolids collected from farmers in October compared to last year, totaling 205 million kilos. Australia also saw a 1.3% increase. New Zealand's milk production increased by 2.1% due to favorable weather, while Europe's decreased by 2.1% due to bluetongue. However, New Zealand and the United States saw growth in dairy exports, with New Zealand experiencing a 6.3% increase in October. Meanwhile, Europe's exports decreased due to higher prices, pricing itself out of the market. China imported 11.8% fewer dairy products in October, while imports from South America increased by 10.1%.