In recent months, Russian and international media have been discussing rumours that have worried many cheese lovers about a possible reduction in the production of some popular cheese varieties. Sources associated the main concerns with cheeses with white mould that Russians love, such as Camembert, Brie and others.
The news was based on data from American scientists at Tufts University, who noticed a shortage of useful and necessary microorganisms in the world of cheese making. First of all, we were talking about the bacterial strain Penicillium camemberti, which is used to produce cheeses with white mold.
According to the Americans, Penicillium camemberti cannot reproduce naturally, only in laboratory conditions. Moreover, the bacteria are very vulnerable to the effects of third-party microorganisms.
The rumours were quickly picked up by the French, who confirmed that in the coming decades production, if not reduced, will definitely change. It is alleged that the taste of many well-known varieties of cheese supplied to different markets will change.
But it turns out that the EU and the US do not share the concerns in Russia. Experts from one of the industry portals are confident that the country will definitely not lack the blue, white and even red mould used in cheese making and that it is not expected yet. In recent years, Russia has developed its own production, and almost all European suppliers have remained present and have not reduced their income.
“Before we panic and start buying cheese months in advance, let’s take a serious look at the situation. We don’t see any shortages in Russia; all kinds of mold are growing and thriving.” — the opinion of practising cheesemakers is given.
The expert has a similar opinion. Pavel Volchkovwhose words were published by Kommersant FM: “There is a huge number of isolated strains that are being preserved. There is now an intensive development of cheese production and there are more companies engaged in the production of relevant components, this should only improve the situation.”.
