Slovak dairy company PD Ďumbier has transitioned from polyethylene terephthalate (PET) bottles to Pure-Pak Sense cartons for its entire range of Agravital fresh milk and yoghurt offerings.
This switch has resulted in an 80% reduction in the Ďumbier Agricultural Cooperative’s plastic usage for its chilled beverage packaging.
The Ďumbier Agricultural Cooperative, situated in Brenzo in central Slovakia, is focused on decreasing plastic and packaging waste.
The fully recyclable Pure-Pak Sense beverage cartons with natural brown board are made from renewable resources.
PD Ďumbier says it is committed to blending traditional quality with contemporary dairy and packaging innovations.
Under the Agravital label, the cooperative caters to a variety of local retailers, ranging from small shops to larger supermarket chains such as Kaufland and COOP.
Established in 1976, PD Ďumbier is reportedly acknowledged as one of the most advanced dairy companies in Slovakia.
The cooperative exclusively utilises fresh milk from cattle that graze in the Horehronie region, processing it on the same day it is collected.
To support the move from plastic to cartons, PD Ďumbier has collaborated with Elopak and invested in a new filling line for carton packaging for its fresh milk products.
Moreover, the transition to cartons enables Agravital to convey more information about the brand on its packaging compared to conventional bottle labels.
Ďumbier Cooperative general director Peter Lukáč explained that the cooperative previously relied on PET bottles for its products.
Lukáč said: “We entered milk processing as farmers to provide consumers with high-quality, farm-made products.
“A premium product also deserves premium, timeless packaging with an appealing design. That’s why we decided to switch to packaging that is more ecological and better recyclable than PET.”
A key aim of this packaging shift was to embrace a more visibly eco-friendly solution, in line with the increasing consumer preference for sustainable options.
Last month, Malo Dairy launched its ultra-high-temperature milk in Elopak’s Pure-Pak cartons.
