We won’t make enough butter next year, so the Federal Agriculture Office is allowing 3,000 tonnes to be imported next month.
Domestic milk production is down – and pressure from cheese makers is up. That doesn’t leave a lot left for other uses.
This year more than 6,000 tonnes had to be imported.
Some commentators suggest it’s down to increasing number of vegetarians, who want to have cheese as a major part of their diet.
Govt to delay funding decision for UNRWA
The Swiss government is putting off a decision on whether to re-start funding to the UN Palestinian relief organisation UNRWA.
Potential terrorist arrested in neighbouring France
A teenager threatening to attack the Paris Olympics has been arrested in neighbouring France.
New plan to pay for P+R in France
The canton of Geneva is proposing a new plan on how to finance Park and Ride schemes in neighbouring France.
Nestlé throws mineral water away
The Swiss food giant Nestlé has been forced to destroy several batches of its mineral water brand, Perrier, due to a bacterial contamination.
Sheep head prankster found
The person responsible for placing two sheep heads in the toilets in a Geneva school has been identified – and the investigation has been closed, according to the police.
Former president says Switzerland should join EU
A former member of the Federal Council says the only way Switzerland will achieve its European goals is by becoming a full member of the European Union.
