​Arla launches Protein Cottage Cheese

Arla Foods has responded to the increasing numbers of consumers seeking protein rich foods with a new addition to its Arla Protein range – Arla Protein Cottage Cheese; containing 20g of protein per serving.

The farmer-owned dairy company launched Arla Protein 18 months ago and is currently valued at £5.2m*. The successful range includes Arla Protein drinks and yogurt pots in a variety of flavours. The launch of cottage cheese takes Arla Protein into the cheese aisle offering consumers even more choice.

Steph Barker, Arla Protein Brand Manager said: “We’re delighted to be building on the success of the Arla Protein range by taking it into the cheese category. Arla Protein Cottage Cheese, which is made with all naturally sourced ingredients, is a versatile ingredient that allows consumers to easily add protein to their diet.”

Arla’s Protein Cottage Cheese is launching in Asda, Tesco or Waitrose stores, RRP £1.30 per 330g pot.

In 2016 Arla has launched a number of exciting new products including Arla Cravendale 250ml bottles for the on-the-go shopper, a healthy option sitting next to the fizzy drinks and fruit juices. It has also launched Arla skyr drinks and Arla Best of Both – fat-free milk that tastes as good as semi-skimmed.

Supported by ongoing sponsorships with Leeds Rhinos and Our Parks, Arla Protein will also be sampling at numerous events across the summer, including Bear Grylls Survival Race, World Triathlon Series, and Total Warrior.

Arla Protein Cottage Cheese nutritional information:

Per 165g serving

Energy 554kj/ 131kcal

Fat 2.5g

Of which saturates 1.8g

Carbohydrates 6.9g

Of which sugars 5.5g

Protein 20.3g

* Data to 21st May 2016 Nielsen

In addition to Arla Protein Cottage Cheese, the range includes:

• Arla Protein Yogurt pots (blueberry, raspberry, passion fruit & papaya and strawberry), 
• Arla Protein Yogurt Snack Pots (mellow vanilla and warm ginger)
• Arla Protein Chocolate flavoured milk drinks (standard and reduced sugar)
• Arla Protein Milkshakes (raspberry, strawberry and tropical)

Arla Foods is a global dairy company and co-operative owned by 12,700 dairy farmers with circa 2,700 of whom are British.

Dating back to 1881, Arla’s purpose is to secure the highest value for its farmers’ milk, while creating opportunities for their growth. With production facilities in 11 countries and sales offices in a further 30, Arla is the world’s fifth largest dairy company and largest supplier of organic dairy products. Arla has a total of more than 18,000 colleagues and its products are sold under the well-known brands Arla®, Lurpak® and Castello® in more than 100 countries.

Arla Foods UK is the largest dairy company in the country and is home to leading dairy brands Anchor®, Cravendale, and Lactofree® with a turnover of €2.9 billion. As well as being a leading supplier of fresh milk, number one in butter, spreads and cream, Arla is the UK’s largest cheese manufacturer. It has also built the world’s largest fresh milk facility located at Aylesbury and has plans for it to be the first zero carbon site of its kind. The UK business has a team of approximately 3,500 colleagues located at its dairies, distribution centres and head office.