Israeli consumers are facing growing shortages of Tnuva dairy products, with the supply issues now extending beyond cottage cheese to include white cheese and several other refrigerated items.

The shortages have expanded in recent weeks, first affecting milk, then sweet cream, followed by cottage cheese, and now white cheese, Eshel, Gil, and other dairy products. Many shoppers report having difficulty finding the products at supermarkets across the country.

According to industry sources, the shortage began after a malfunction at one of Tnuva’s production facilities in Rehovot. Although the company says the problem has been fixed, retailers say deliveries have not yet returned to normal levels.

The reduced availability of Tnuva products has driven up demand for competing brands such as Tara and Strauss. However, retailers say those manufacturers are also facing localized shortages as they work to meet the increased demand.

Industry officials note that the shortages have primarily affected government price-controlled dairy products, while most non-price-controlled items remain readily available, raising questions about production and supply priorities.

(YWN World Headquarters – NYC)