Gujarat Ice Cream Makers Face Cone Shortage
Ice cream manufacturers in Gujarat are bracing for a potential shortage of cones ahead of the peak summer season due to disruptions in natural gas supply triggered by geopolitical tensions in West Asia. Cones, packaging materials, ice cream cakes and roasted dry fruits depend heavily on gas during production, and the reduced supply has already…
Israel Drops Controversial Dairy Reform From Budget
The Israeli government has removed a controversial dairy reform proposed by Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich from the 2026 Arrangements Law, a key legislative package linked to the country’s state budget, following strong opposition from farmers and political leaders. The decision was taken jointly by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Smotrich to separate disputed issues from…
KMF Milk Collection Drops to 95 Lakh Litres
Milk procurement by the Karnataka Milk Federation (KMF) has declined to around 95 lakh litres per day with the onset of summer, down from nearly 1 crore litres daily earlier, as rising temperatures and fodder shortages begin to affect dairy production across Karnataka. Officials said the intense summer heat and shortage of cattle feed and…
Old Electronics May Hide 22-Carat Gold
Swiss scientists have discovered that discarded electronic devices—especially computer motherboards and circuit boards—contain valuable amounts of gold that most people unknowingly throw away. Researchers at ETH Zurich found that around 20 discarded motherboards can yield about 450 milligrams of 22-carat gold using a new eco-friendly extraction technique. The process uses whey protein, a by-product of…
NCLT clears Milk Mantra–Hatsun Agro merger
India’s dairy sector saw a significant consolidation after the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) approved the merger of Milk Mantra Dairy Private Limited with Hatsun Agro Product Limited. The Cuttack Bench issued the order on March 10, 2026, sanctioning the Scheme of Amalgamation with retrospective effect from April 1, 2025. Milk Mantra Dairy, a wholly-owned…
White Revolution 2.0 to Boost Dairy Cooperatives
The Government of India has launched a cooperative-led “White Revolution 2.0” aimed at expanding dairy cooperative coverage, generating employment and empowering women farmers while strengthening the organised dairy sector. The initiative targets a 50% increase in milk procurement by dairy cooperatives over the next five years, with procurement expected to reach 1,007 lakh kg per…
1.5 Lakh Kg Expired Amul Products Destroyed in Jaipur
In a major food safety crackdown, authorities in Jaipur destroyed around 1.5 lakh kilograms of expired Amul-branded packaged food products after uncovering an alleged scheme to erase expiry dates and resell the items in the market. The action followed a complaint lodged through the Rajasthan government’s 181 public grievance helpline, prompting a raid by officials…
Summer Heat to Stress India’s Dairy Cold Chain
India’s dairy industry could face a major operational test this summer as rising temperatures and growing demand for chilled dairy products put increasing pressure on the country’s cold-chain infrastructure. Industry experts note that above-normal temperatures and longer heat spells are expected across many regions, raising the risk of spoilage and logistical challenges across the dairy…
Savencia Profit Drops on Rising Milk Costs
Savencia Profit Drops on Rising Milk Costs French dairy major Savencia Fromage & Dairy reported a sharp fall in profitability for 2025, with its net income dropping by €32.2 million to €74.7 million, representing 1.1% of revenue, mainly due to a surge in milk prices and weaker industrial commodity markets. The group’s sales reached €6.957…
TN Milk Output Claim Sparks Data Dispute
A debate has emerged over Tamil Nadu’s milk production after the Tamil Nadu Milk Dealers’ Welfare Association (TNMDWA) challenged claims made by Chief Minister M.K. Stalin that the State produces 3 crore litres of milk per day. The Chief Minister made the statement during an interaction at the “Kanavugal Meipadum” event held at the Chennai…