UP’s Mini Nandini Scheme Boosts Rural Dairy Growth
Uttar Pradesh’s Mini Nandini Krishak Samriddhi Yojana is emerging as a key initiative to strengthen small-scale commercial dairy farming by promoting entrepreneurship, increasing farmers’ incomes and generating rural employment. Launched under the Nand Baba Dugdh Mission, the scheme complements the larger Nandini Krishak Samriddhi Yojana and reflects the state’s continued focus on cow protection, fodder…
NZ Eyes Bangladesh to Protect Dairy Export Growth
New Zealand’s National Party has identified Bangladesh as a priority market for a future free trade agreement, aiming to protect New Zealand’s dairy exports after the United States secured improved market access for its dairy products under a recent trade deal with Bangladesh. The move comes as Bangladesh’s dairy import market approaches US$500 million, raising…
Synlait Reviews Strategy Amid Global Dairy Challenges
New Zealand-based Synlait Milk Ltd. is undertaking a strategic review to strengthen its financial position and improve profitability as it navigates a challenging global dairy market. The company is focusing on tighter capital discipline, reviewing its asset base and aligning production capacity with customer demand while prioritizing core manufacturing facilities capable of supporting higher-margin contracts…
Epigamia Expands Capacity Amid Dairy Demand Surge
Epigamia is ramping up its manufacturing capacity to capitalize on India’s rapidly growing value-added dairy market, with backing from investor Verlinvest and a renewed focus on scaling production rather than pursuing a sale. The company is expanding production across its manufacturing network to meet rising demand for products such as Greek yoghurt, curd, milkshakes and…
Graviss Eyes Dunkin’ India Franchise Rights
Graviss Group, the long-standing operator of Baskin Robbins in India, is in discussions with Inspire Brands to acquire the franchise rights for Dunkin’ in India, marking a potential shift in the country’s quick-service restaurant landscape. The talks come after Jubilant FoodWorks decided to terminate its 15-year franchise agreement with Dunkin’, which is set to end…
Climate Change Hits India’s Milk Production
India’s dairy sector is facing growing challenges from climate change, with rising temperatures and prolonged heat stress significantly reducing milk production and threatening the livelihoods of millions of dairy farmers, according to a report published by The Hindu. Research cited in the report shows that heat stress can reduce milk yields by 10–30% during the…
TN Farmers Demand ₹50/Litre Milk Procurement Price
The Tamil Nadu Milk Producers’ Welfare Association has urged the State government to increase the milk procurement price to ₹50 per litre for cow’s milk, citing mounting production costs and the need to ensure sustainable incomes for dairy farmers. The demand was raised during the association’s state executive committee meeting, where members highlighted that rising…
FAO Food Price Index Eases as Dairy Prices Decline
The FAO Food Price Index (FFPI) averaged 130.3 points in June 2026, down 0.3% from May, as lower prices for cereals, sugar and dairy products outweighed increases in vegetable oils and meat, according to the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO). Despite the monthly decline, the index remained 1.7% higher than June 2025 and 18.7% below…
Hatsun Agro Expands Footprint Amid Branded Dairy Boom
Hatsun Agro Product Ltd. is strengthening its position in India’s branded dairy market through capacity expansion, wider distribution and value-added products, as demand for packaged and branded dairy continues to rise. The company, which owns brands including Arokya, Arun Icecreams, Hatsun, Ibaco and HAP Daily, has expanded its processing capabilities through strategic acquisitions and continues…
Technology Push Can Transform Assam Dairy Cooperatives
Assam’s dairy cooperative sector can unlock significant growth through strategic investments in modern processing technologies, cold chain infrastructure and value addition, according to an editorial published by The Sentinel. The editorial highlights ongoing discussions between Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and Union Minister Rajiv Ranjan (Lalan) Singh on strengthening dairy cooperatives to achieve the…