New Delhi, Jan. 20 -- For the past decade there has been a rise in consumers choosing plant-based milk alternatives. During this time there has been some confusion around the nutritional and health benefits of milk, cheese and yoghurt.

While only three per cent of consumers purchase alternatives exclusively and the general sentiment towards trust in dairy is high, the shift continues in a gradual upward trend.

As a result it's important for consumers to understand the naturally nutritious health benefits of dairy and how they differ from plant alternatives. Dairy Australia is supporting global efforts to create separate categories for dairy and plant alternatives through a regulatory as well as communications approach. Some of the product...