Can Yili reshape dairy’s future with a new global ecosystem?

Why is Yili calling for a new global dairy ecosystem? Yili Group chairman and president Pan Gang has called on the global dairy industry to collaborate more closely through three new ecosystems focused on innovation, digital intelligence and green development. Speaking at the World Dairy Conference, he said the sector must work together to address future challenges and create shared value across the dairy supply chain. What are Yili's proposed ecosystems? The Chinese dairy giant outlined plans for a digital intelligence ecosystem, supported by its Dairy Data Intelligence Hub, alongside initiatives for greener dairy production and broader industry innovation. However, few operational details were provided on how these ecosystems would function in practice. Why does it matter? As one of the world's five largest dairy companies, Yili's vision highlights China's growing influence in global dairy. The company's push for industry-wide collaboration, data sharing and sustainability could shape future discussions around dairy innovation, emissions reduction and supply chain transformation.