Success Ingredients

How an enterprise from Shchuchin conquers the world

Primemilk is the largest manufacturer of ingredients and products based on whey in Eastern Europe. Today, products are supplied to the markets of dozens of countries. Among them are not only traditional, but also exotic destinations - Africa, the Middle East, and South America. Due to what the company has achieved success and how Primemilk works in the current economic conditions, our correspondent found out.

To Olympus in ten years

Unlike other dairy enterprises, Primemilk is a young company. The decision to build the production facility was made in 2012. And the enterprise was fully operational four years later. Today "Primemilk" is a dynamically developing company. In a short time, it has become the largest manufacturer of ingredients and products based on whey in Eastern Europe. Soft cheeses are also made here.

- Every day we process about 900 tons of raw materials, - Anatoly Belyavsky, DIRECTOR of Primemilk LLC, introduces the business. - From this volume we get about 100 tons of dry powder and about 30 tons of soft cheeses. These are the two main directions of our production.

Despite a short history, the company was able to quickly establish itself as a reliable and, most importantly, high-quality manufacturer. Today, "Primemilk" supplies its products to the Belarusian and markets of dozens of foreign countries.

– Behind the indicators and results is the enormous work of our team. Of course, ultra-modern equipment plays a role, which helps us to be competitive in almost any market. This year, however, has not been easy. Sanctions and other restrictions have left their mark on our work. But not critical, - emphasizes the director of the enterprise.

The sanctions, the leader believes, made it possible to rethink the situation and look for new opportunities. This allowed us not only to maintain our positions, but also to strengthen them, to find new markets. Thus, the volumes of deliveries to Africa and South America have been significantly increased. More products are sent to Russian Federation, Persian Gulf countries.

– Naturally, it was not without difficulties. Due to restrictions, we partially revised the logistics of deliveries and found new ways. Arranged delivery by rail transport. Certain issues regarding spare parts for various equipment have been settled over time.

The restrictions did not affect the financial viability of the enterprise. Despite the economic fever in the first half of the year, revenues increased significantly. And the salaries of employees did not sink a penny.

– And this is the most important indicator. We care about our people, because their efforts give a common result - success in the Belarusian and foreign markets, recognition, - Anatoly Belyavsky draws attention.

The perfect cheese for culinary delights

In 2021, the company mastered a new production for itself. We are talking about a site for the production of soft cheeses based on concentrated whey. About 30 tons of these products are produced daily at the facilities. As Anatoly Belyavsky notes, soft cheeses are the real pride of the company.

“We have been developing the recipe for a long time and carefully, our technologists have worked through every detail in order to ultimately obtain a product of exceptional quality. ChefWorks branded soft cheese is a low-calorie, protein-rich diet product. In the manufacturing process, whey, cream or butter is used. By the way, cheese is ideal for a healthy diet and for those who follow the figure.

The technology for making cheese is unique. The product is distinguished by a higher content of calcium, magnesium and iron than in ordinary cottage cheese. There are also a few other features. The albumin whey protein that forms the basis of cheese is 15% better absorbed than the casein protein in regular MILK. By the way, there are no similar competencies for the production of these products at Belarusian enterprises.

“And, most importantly, all the raw materials used for its production are exclusively of Belarusian origin,” Anatoly Belyavsky added.

Recently "Primilk" technologists have developed a new position - a protein food product "Delica Cheese". It is made from pasteurized whey, followed by heat treatment and the addition of coconut oil.

- Delica Cheese is ideal for layering and leveling biscuit cakes. It can also be used to make mousses, cheesecakes, cupcake toppers and other desserts. "Delica Cheese" is also good for rolls - both classic and baked, - Anatoly Belyavsky draws attention.

Specialists and technologists of "Primemilk" are constantly looking for new solutions. The company is constantly working to expand the range of products.

– It is important to constantly respond to consumer needs, look for new solutions, develop. We live in a very competitive and challenging time. And we need by all means to move forward step by step, to become even better, - the director summed up.

Nine steps to the perfect product

The main direction of the company is the production of dry products based on whey. Its manufacture is a rather complicated technological process, which is divided into nine stages.

- It starts with the acceptance of raw materials. The whey is then purified and pasteurized. The third stage is nanofiltration, which helps to concentrate dry matter. The next two steps are electrodialysis and vacuum concentration. Later, crystallization takes place, as well as heating and adding oils. This is followed by homogenization. Simply put, raw materials are passed through a small hole under high pressure. The final step is drying. Further, the products are packaged and delivered to the consumer,” Anatoly Belyavsky briefly says.

Manufactured products are used for the manufacture of many food products - from MEAT to confectionery.

– Several other factors are important. Firstly, modern equipment and lines, the range of which we are constantly expanding to make production even more diversified. We pay close attention to the quality of products - we have our own accredited laboratory, - says Anatoly Belyavsky.

International recognition

Primemilk is a well-deserved laureate of various republican and international awards. In 2021, the enterprise won the "Best Exporter" competition in the nomination "Small and Medium-Sized Business Organizations in the Production of Goods". The company also received recognition at the CIS level - last year, Primemilk became the winner of an award for achievements in the field of product and service quality. In 2022, the company's products were awarded several diplomas at once at the Russian exhibition "Best Product - 2022".

Primemilk LLC is:

900 tons of processed raw materials*

100 tons of dry products*

30 tons of soft cheese*

192 upscale

employee

consumers in more than 30 countries

* Daily