Amul Says No Price Cut for Pouch Milk; GST Relief Only for UHT Milk
Amul has clarified that the price of its fresh pouch milk will remain unchanged even after the implementation of “GST 2.0” on September 22, 2025. The company says this is because pouch milk has always attracted zero percent GST, so there is no tax relief to be passed on in that segment. Only UHT (Ultra-High…
Rabobank’s Global Dairy Top 20 Report Signals Shifts Ahead
Rabobank’s latest Global Dairy Top 20 report reveals a modest yet stable growth outlook for the dairy sector—combined turnover among the top companies rose by 0.6% in 2024, with a projected increase of 0.5% in 2025 FoodBev Media+1. Despite overall steadiness, the competitive hierarchy is in motion: eight companies shuffled positions in the latest ranking,…
Global dairy quarterly Q3 2025: Milk supply growth on the rise
Firm dairy product prices have pushed farmgate prices in New Zealand and Europe, rising 27% and 18% YOY, respectively. Well-supplied global feed markets have kept a lid on prices. Overall, good farmgate margins are supporting increased milk production, led by the US and New Zealand. Firm dairy prices boost margins and milk output in key…
Dairy Processors Eye Growth in Snacking Trend
Snacking has moved from being an occasional indulgence to a daily eating habit, with consumers increasingly replacing full meals with convenient, nutrient-dense options. Health, portability, and taste are driving this shift, creating new opportunities for food companies worldwide. Dairy products, with their natural protein, calcium, and versatility, are well-positioned to meet these demands. Yogurts, cheese…
India’s Small Dairy Farms Play Key Role in Emissions Reduction
India’s smallholder dairy farms—responsible for the majority of the country’s milk supply—are critical to reducing global dairy-related greenhouse gas emissions. However, their low productivity makes Indian dairy among the most carbon-intensive worldwide. The average milk yield per cow in India is just 1,700 kg per year, which is only 16% of North America’s and 25%…
India Cuts GST on Plant-Based Milk and Meat to 5%
The Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council has reduced the tax on plant-based milk and meat alternatives to 5%, aligning it with rates applied to animal-based products. The move is being seen as a significant boost for the country’s fast-growing vegan and plant-based food sector. Until now, most plant-based products such as soy, almond, oat…
Got Milk?” Returns as Dairy Demand Surges
The California Milk Processor Board has relaunched the iconic “Got Milk?” campaign to capitalize on a dairy resurgence in the U.S. Milk volume sales have nearly stabilized, declining just 0.3%, while dollar sales rose 4.6%. Consumers are gravitating toward value-added milk—high-protein, low-sugar, lactose-free—which commands higher prices. Plant-based milk alternatives, conversely, have declined in both volume…
Indonesia Leans on Businesses to Import 1M Dairy Cows
Indonesia has launched a bold, ~$3 billion initiative to import one million dairy cows over five years, aiming to more than quadruple its herd from 220,000 to over one million by 2029 to support a free meals program for 83 million children and expectant mothers. With limited public funds, the government is effectively compelling private…
Dairy Prices Spike in Assam Ahead of GST Relief
Dairy prices in Assam have surged sharply, as traders reacted to the impending Goods and Services Tax (GST) rate cuts by hiking retail prices. For instance, the Sitajakhala Dairy Cooperative raised the milk rate by ₹10 per liter to ₹80 and paneer prices also increased proportionally. This preemptive pricing echoes across local markets, as businesses…
UP’s Dairy Revolution: Tax Breaks, Exports & 3x Production Target
Uttar Pradesh’s government has unveiled a bold, investor-friendly roadmap aimed at transforming the dairy industry. Currently producing 1,062 lakh litres per day—accounting for 16% of India’s milk output—the state plans to triple production, create over 1 crore rural jobs, and emerge as a major global dairy exporter by 2047. Central to this strategy are significant…