Year-on-year growth was strongest in January at 8.5%, and weakest in July at 4.4%.
The meeting brought together government officials, regulators, nutrition experts and industry representatives to discuss dairy standards and consumer awareness.
The company has not explained why it cut the milk price.
The Directorate sought technical collaboration from the University of Minnesota’s Center for Animal Health and Food Safety through the PROGRESS veterinary training program.
The changes involve appointing new business executive officers for both divisions, marking a leadership transition in the company’s food and nutrition portfolio.