World War I began in 1914, following the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria by a Bosnian Serb nationalist. This event set off a chain reaction of alliances and political tensions between European powers, ultimately leading to a full-scale war. Key players included the Central Powers (Germany, Austria-Hungary, and the Ottoman Empire) and the Allies (France, Russia, and the United Kingdom, later joined by the United States).

The cheese industry was significantly impacted by World War I due to various factors such as food shortages, rationing, and changes in agricultural practices. As the war demanded more resources, food production shifted towards supporting the war effort. Many farmers who produced milk and cheese were either conscripted into the military or focused on growing crops that were deemed more essential for the war.

Food shortages led governments to implement rationing systems, which limited the availability of certain foods, including cheese. Cheese production decreased as a result, and the quality of cheese suffered due to the need for quick production and the use of substitutes for traditional ingredients. The cheese industry also faced challenges in transportation and distribution, as the war disrupted trade routes and created logistical difficulties.

The war had lasting effects on the cheese industry even after it ended in 1918. The economic turmoil caused by the conflict led to changes in consumer tastes and preferences, with a greater emphasis on cheaper, mass-produced cheeses rather than artisanal varieties. Additionally, the need for food preservation during the war prompted innovations in packaging and preservation methods, which in turn influenced cheese production and marketing strategies in the post-war years.
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