KMF Crosses 1 Crore Litres Daily Milk Procurement
Karnataka’s dairy sector has achieved a major milestone, with the Karnataka Milk Federation (KMF) recording daily milk procurement of over 1 crore litres, despite the challenges typically associated with the summer season. The achievement highlights the strength of the state’s cooperative dairy network and the resilience of its milk producers. Reports indicate that daily procurement…
Mumbai Influencer Held in Dairy Extortion Case
A Mumbai-based social media influencer has been arrested for allegedly attempting to extort money from a dairy business owner by threatening reputational damage through defamatory online content. According to police investigations, Randeep Singh Gujral, known on Instagram as “turbanmirchie” with nearly 400,000 followers, allegedly uploaded a reel on June 7 claiming that worms were found…
Nestlé Unveils Global Dairy Sustainability Plan
Nestlé has launched its first comprehensive Dairy Plan, outlining a global strategy to strengthen dairy supply chain resilience, reduce emissions, and support sustainable milk production across its operations. The company works with more than 130,000 dairy farmers and over 200 suppliers across more than 40 countries, integrating climate action, farmer livelihoods, animal welfare, nature protection,…
Australia Sees Cooling Demand for Alternative Proteins
Australia’s alternative protein sector is facing signs of slowing consumer demand despite strong growth expectations over the past decade. Australians currently consume more than 22 kg of meat and 90 kg of dairy products per person annually, while around 60% of consumers report having tried or expressed interest in trying plant-based products. Rising interest in…
Kaladi Cheese Gets Scientific Upgrade for Global Reach
Jammu & Kashmir’s GI-tagged traditional cheese, Kaladi, is undergoing a scientific transformation aimed at extending its shelf life, enhancing value addition, and expanding its reach beyond regional markets. Researchers at the CSIR-Central Food Technological Research Institute have successfully increased the refrigerated shelf life of Kaladi to 21 days without affecting its taste, texture, quality, or…
ILRI, Innoterra Launch Feed Innovation Partnership
The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) and Innoterra Limited have announced a strategic collaboration to develop and scale biotechnology-based livestock feed solutions that convert underutilized crop residues into high-quality animal feed. The initiative aims to improve livestock productivity, increase farmer incomes, and reduce agriculture’s environmental footprint by enhancing the nutritional value of crop residues that…
Oracle-Swades Initiative Empowers 900+ Rural Women
Oracle and the Swades Foundation have completed the first year of a rural livelihoods programme that has positively impacted more than 900 women farmers and entrepreneurs across Maharashtra’s Nashik and Raigad districts. The initiative focused on sustainable income generation through climate-smart agriculture, dairy farming, entrepreneurship development, and financial literacy. A total of 525 women farmers…
Haryana Dairy Prices Push Food Inflation Higher
Rising prices of dairy products in Haryana are contributing to growing food inflation concerns, reflecting broader cost pressures across India’s food supply chain. Recent inflation data indicate that higher prices for milk, dairy products, and eggs were among the factors driving food inflation upward in May 2026, as persistent heat conditions and increased production costs…
Himachal Milkfed Defends 20-Litre Procurement Cap
The Himachal Pradesh State Cooperative Milk Producers’ Federation (HP Milkfed) has defended its decision to cap milk procurement at 20 litres per dairy producer per day, stating that the move is intended to extend the benefits of the state’s Minimum Support Price (MSP) programme to a larger number of dairy farmers, particularly small and marginal…
Front-of-Pack Labels Gain Momentum in India
India’s ongoing debate over Front-of-Pack Nutrition Labelling (FOPNL) is gaining renewed attention as policymakers, public health experts, and industry stakeholders discuss the role of clearer food labels in protecting consumer health. Front-of-pack labelling refers to simplified nutrition information displayed prominently on packaged foods to help consumers quickly identify products high in sugar, salt, saturated fat,…