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Focuses on cheddar cheese that originated from the village of Cheddar in Somerset, England. Background on the history of cheddar cheese; Background on the cheese industry in the village.

The article reports on the expansion of Dairy Crest Davistow plant to meet the growing demands of its popular brands. This expanded plant, outfitted with an integrated system featuring a Tetra Tebel Alfomatic Cheddaring unit, is the largest Cheddar plant in Europe and is capable of producing 55,000 of cheese per annum. The article also discusses its cheese production methods including storage, grading and whey treatment, and offers infomation on its holdings and brands. INSET: Dairy Crest's Holdings and Brands Continue to Grow.

Presents the elements of a real English tea. Sandwiches; Watercress with mustard; Cheddar cheese; Ham sandwich topped with mango chutney.

The article focuses on Bruton, England-based producer of cheddar cheese and bulk food ingredients Wyke Farms Ltd. which combines history and modern marketing strategies to sustain its existence. It states that significant investments have helped drove the company, according to its managing director Richard Clothier. It notes that the company started from the award-winning cheeses made by Clothier's grandmother more than a century ago in the heart of Somerset, England.

Reports on the exportation of cheddar cheese to England by Cabot Creamery, a division of Agri-Mark Inc. Volume of Vermont cheddar cheese shipped to England; Sale of cheese by supermarket chains; Partnership with Mendip Dairy Crest.

The article reports on Milk Link Processing Ltd.'s development of a process to extend its Tickler extramature block Cheddar into a fresh format at its Innovation Centre in Devon, England. It notes that its major challenge was the preservation of cheese variant called Tickler...Cheddar That Spreads. It points out that this process was used for the manufacture of food products such as coarse grain sausages.

The article reports on a contract secured by Milk Link with dairy company Yili to supply Stilton and Cheddar cheese in China. It notes that the deal will see about 200 tonnes (t) of Milk Link's cheese appear in retailers and hotel chains in cities all over China. It cites that the products will be sold under the Pureday brand of Yili. It states that the deal is equivalent to nearly 5% of the annual production at Milk Link's Tuxford & Tebbutt creamery in Leicestershire, England.

The article reports that Somerset, England-based cheese producer Wyke Farms has launched resealable packaging for its cheddar. It states that brand design agency Thinking Juice developed the packs and incorporated a zip-pack seal after focus groups suggested by customers. Richard Clothier, Wyke's managing director, says that the new packaging is an approach for preserving the delicate flavour and texture of cheddar.

The article announces that Dairy Crest's Davidstow Creamery won both the Supreme Champion and Cheese Lovers trophies for its Extra Mature Cheddar at the Nantwich International Cheese Show in England. It was chosen from 70 other finalists for the Best in Show accolade while the Cheese Lovers award was selected by actress Jennifer Biddall. Wensleydale Dairy Products won the Best Dressed Cheese award. Llanboidy Cheesemakers won the Best Welsh Cheese award.

The article reports on the increase in the sales of Cathedral City cheddar by Dairy Crest following the injection of over £10 million Objective One funding into its plant in Davidstow, England. The funding enabled Dairy Crest to increase capacity in a Cornish processing plant from 33,000 tonnes to 55,000 tonnes annually. Cornish dairy farmers were affected by the reduction in competition and higher transportation costs due to a shortage of local processing capacity in 2000.

Reports on the launch of the limited company Cumberland Dairy by farmers Kevin Beaty, Kate Mawson, Chris Johnson and Gary Simpson in Cumbria, England. Projected weekly cheddar cheese sales of the company in the regional food market; Range of cheeses developed by the company.

Reports on changes in the plans of Partners in Cheese (PiC) for a Cheddar cheese factory in west Cumbria, England. Expected production capacity of the plant according to PiC managing director Ronald Akkerman; Sources of the funding for the construction of the plant; Cost reduction initiatives of the plant. INSET: Cautious approach from some.

Reports on the awards received by Somerset, England cheese manufacturer Wyke Farms during the 16th World Cheese awards 2004. Number of cheese manufacturers that competed in the event; Medals received by Wyke Farms for its extra mature and vintage cheddars.

Focuses on the preparation of Gloucester cheese in England. Origin of the cheese; Characteristics of single and double Gloucester; Comparison between double Gloucester and cheddar cheese.