IDM ¦ Technology/IT
Plant-based “yogurt”
production installed
during lockdown
Gemak /Filltech
Gemak have designed, manufactured,
installed and commissioned
a state-of-the-art
process and packing plant
built specifically for the
manufacture of plant-based "yogurts" and
other dairy alternatives. Working closely
with their UK-customer Meadow Foods
over the last two years, Gemak were able
to deliver the project on time despite the
pandemic – exceeding all expectations. The
plant was built to produce The Collective’s
new range ‘Plant’, the UK’s first dairy free,
Greek-style "yogurt" made from a blend of
oats, coconut and rice.
Established in 1992, Meadow Foods, based
in Marlston Cum Lache, is the UK’s leading
supplier of dairy ingredients to the food
and drink industry. The new facility comes
on the back of a four million Pound investment,
designed to produce high-quality
plant-based ingredients in a dedicated, segregated
facility that does not compromise
on taste, texture or quality.
The Collective best known for their
"thick 'n' creamy" gourmet yogurts and renowned
for innovation, have been driving
the project and In January 2021 they successfully
launched their first range of delicious
tasting plant-based "yogurts".
Gemak was chosen as the process partner
for the project and has successfully designed,
delivered and executed the project
on time and on budget despite the huge
challenges faced during the COVID-19 pan-
View of the blending and pasteurisation unit for production of plant-based
"yogurt" alternatives at Meadow Foods
22 · July/August 2021 ¦ international-dairy.com
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