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In total, 122 products were named SA Champions as class winners, while 36 products received the Qualit\u00e9 mark, the only official mark of excellence in the South African dairy industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Chief judge Graham Sutherland said the winning product reflects both technical skill and authenticity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;Having recently spent time working in Italy, it is especially rewarding to see a product like Puglia&#8217;s burrata recognised at this level. It is a true celebration of Italian cheesemaking tradition \u2013 a fresh pasta filata cheese with a delicate outer shell and rich, creamy interior that delivers both balance and indulgence. It captures the essence of la bella vita,&#8221; he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Burrata is a fresh mozzarella-style cheese filled with cream and shredded curds, known for its soft exterior and rich, creamy centre. It is typically served at room temperature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Puglia Cheese founders Davide and Ursula Ostini said the recognition is a proud moment for the team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;This award reflects years of dedication to quality and a deep respect for traditional cheesemaking techniques, adapted for local conditions. Established in 2010 after we moved from Italy, Puglia Cheese pioneered the production of burrata in South Africa, born from a desire to bring authentic, high-quality Italian cheese to the local market. We are proud to produce a product that stands alongside the best,&#8221; they said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Breyton Milford, general manager of Agri-Expo, said the results reflect both innovation and resilience in the dairy sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8220;The record number of entries and consistently high standard of products point to a competitive and forward-moving industry, with both established producers and smaller players continuing to raise the bar,&#8221; he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Leading performers in this year&#8217;s Qualit\u00e9 Awards include Lactalis South Africa with eight awards, Clover with three, Fairfield Dairy with three, Fair Cape Dairies with two, Ladismith Cheese Company with two, Lancewood with two and Polar Ice Cream Company with two.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dalewood Fromage received an honourable mention for third place overall for its Full Cream Jersey Milk, while second place overall was awarded to Lactalis South Africa for its Woolworths Mature Gouda (10 months).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-game-changer-award\">Game changer award<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Agri-Expo also honoured Courtenay van der Merwe (32), new product development manager at Fair Cape Dairies, with the third annual Hollard Game Changer Award. 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