Actual problems of innovative economy and law

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Safety and quality of products in the context of innovative development of dairy enterprises

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.36887/2524-0455-2025-4-35

Voloshchuk Maksym,
Candidate of Agricultural Sciences, doctoral student,
Livestock Farming Institute of National Academy of Agrarian Sciences of Ukraine,
https://orcid.org/0009-0004-5605-9826

By 2025, the global and Ukrainian dairy industries will undergo a fundamental transformation in which product safety and quality are inextricably linked to technological progress and geopolitical challenges. For Ukraine’s agro-industrial complex, this period is characterized by the need for rapid integration into the European economic area amidst a full-scale war and energy instability. Innovations have evolved from competitive tools into essential conditions for survival, shifting the focus toward the intellectual management of biological and technical systems. The study employs a systemic analysis of the impact of high-tech solutions—such as robotic milking (AMS), blockchain technology, and biotechnology—on dairy safety indicators. It examines the correlation between the implementation of Precision Livestock Farming (PLF) and compliance with the stringent “Extra” grade standards mandated by the updated national legislation. The analysis reveals that the transition to automated systems significantly improves animal welfare and reduces somatic cell counts (SCC), although it requires advanced CIP-cleaning protocols to prevent biofilm formation. It is established that blockchain-based traceability and IoT monitoring of the “cold chain” reduce spoilage-related losses by 10-15% and enhance consumer trust. Special attention is paid to the 2024 energy crisis in Ukraine, which forced 80% of industrial farms to invest in autonomous power generation to maintain microbiological stability. Furthermore, the use of membrane filtration and plant-based antioxidants is shown to extend shelf life while preserving the native biological value of milk. It is concluded that product safety in 2025 is a direct function of the depth of innovative integration. The study proves that “glocalization”—adapting global technologies like AI-driven health monitoring and carbon footprint reduction (CBAM compliance) to local wartime conditions—is the key strategy for ensuring Ukraine’s food security and restoring its export potential in the post-war period.

Keywords: dairy industry, food safety, innovation, robotic milking, blockchain, precision livestock farming, energy resilience, biotechnologies, traceability.

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