# Pro-Dairy Campaigns Arla Launched the 'Don't Cancel the Cow' Campaign to Promote Dairy Drinking By Colin Smith | Published 2022-05-10 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dont-cancel-the-cow References: [vegnews](https://vegnews.com/2022/5/gen-z-ashamed-to-order-milk-in-public)  '[Arla](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arla-yogurt-products),' the United Kingdom-based dairy cooperative with well over 10,000 farmers, has launched a new campaign titled 'Don't Cancel the Cow.' The collective launched this campaign in an effort to save dairy drinking as its numbers dwindle, particularly in the younger generation. Arla found that [Generation Z](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pepsi-max-mango) is far less likely to order dairy products than older generations for reasons tied to social media, influencers, and collective culture. According to Arla, even Generation Z customers who want to order dairy feel pressured not to because of the societal norms of their generation. With the Don't Cancel the Cow campaign, Arla is attempting to convince the younger generation of the health benefits and the natural benefits gained by drinking real dairy products. However, it should be noted that Arla does not entirely rely on dairy products, as the cooperative also offers and operates numerous [dairy-free milk production facilities](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/free-your-mind). Image Credit: Shutterstock ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.8/10 - Popularity: 94% | Activity: 98% | Freshness: 12% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Youth-targeted Marketing:** There is an opportunity for innovative marketing campaigns targeted specifically towards Gen Z or younger generations to educate and change their attitudes towards dairy products. - **Dairy-alternative Market Expansion:** With the decline in dairy consumption, there is a market opportunity for companies to expand and innovate dairy-free alternatives using new or unique ingredients. - **Sustainability in Dairy Farming:** Innovation in sustainable dairy farming practices has potential for disruption in the dairy industry by providing a way to promote healthier methods of production while appealing to environmentally conscious consumers. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Marketing and Advertising:** With a shift in consumer attitudes towards dairy products, there is a need for new and innovative approaches in marketing and advertising specifically targeted at younger generations. - **Food and Beverage:** There is an opportunity for growth in the dairy-alternative market, offering consumers a variety of new and unique options to suit their dietary needs and preferences. - **Agriculture and Dairy Farming:** Adopting sustainable dairy farming practices and technology could disrupt traditional methods of production, leading to more efficient and environmentally friendly ways of producing dairy products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Milk Dunking Ritual Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oreo-cows.md) - [Branded Dairy-Free Challenges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dairyfree-february.md) - [Next-Generation Plant-Based Milk Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/silk-nextmilk-campaign.md) - [Mission-Driven Alt Milks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oatish.md) - [Gut Healthy Dairy Brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arla-cultura.md) - [Organic Milk-Focused Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/this-milk-means-business.md) - [Compassionate Dietary Choices Ads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dairyfreetoronto.md) - [Animal-Free Dairy Milks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bored-cow.md) - [Seasonal Student-Made Dairy Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/make-it-a-gold-christmas.md)