India creates 9.25 crore Farmer IDs, targets 100%
India has created over 9.25 crore Farmer IDs across 19 states, marking a major step toward digitising agriculture, with the government now pushing to achieve 100% coverage within the next six months through coordinated efforts between agriculture and revenue departments. (Global Agriculture) The Farmer ID is being developed as a comprehensive digital identity, linking farmers…
Amul milk in US costs up to ₹150/litre
Amul milk, recently launched in the United States through partnerships with local cooperatives and retail chains, is being sold at significantly higher prices compared to India, highlighting stark global pricing differences. In the US market, a 1-gallon (3.78 litres) pack of Amul milk is priced between $5.39 and $7.99, translating to roughly ₹120–₹150 per litre,…
Non-thermal pasteurization market to hit $5.7B
The global non-thermal pasteurization market is witnessing rapid growth, projected to rise from USD 2.3 billion in 2023 to USD 5.7 billion by 2028, expanding at a strong CAGR of 20%, driven by increasing demand for safe, minimally processed, and high-quality food products. The surge is fueled by rising consumption of protein-based foods, dairy products,…
FSSAI mandates licenses for 2,036 dairies
In a major crackdown following recent milk adulteration concerns, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has made it mandatory for 2,036 dairy units and milk suppliers in East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, to obtain licenses, tightening regulatory oversight across the local dairy trade. The move comes amid heightened scrutiny after serious adulteration…
FAO Global Dairy Prices Rebound After Prolonged Decline
The FAO Dairy Price Index averaged 120.9 points in March, registering a modest increase of 1.5 points (1.2%)—marking the first upward movement since July 2025. However, despite this recovery, the index remains significantly lower—down 27.8 points (18.7%) compared to the same period last year—indicating that global dairy markets are still navigating a broader correction phase….
India waives petrochemical duty amid war crisis
India has waived customs duty on around 40 critical petrochemical imports as a temporary measure to tackle supply disruptions triggered by the ongoing West Asia conflict, with the exemption effective from April 2 to June 30, 2026. The duty relief covers key feedstocks and intermediates such as ammonia, methanol, toluene, styrene, acetic acid, along with…
Methane leaks threaten dairy digester gains
A new study highlights that while methane digesters on dairy farms are largely effective, rare but massive leaks can erase much of their climate benefit, raising concerns about long-term sustainability. The research, led by scientists at the University of California, Riverside, analyzed 98 dairies across California over eight years using satellite and airborne data, tracking…
Mega dairy deals reshape New Zealand sector
New Zealand’s dairy landscape is undergoing a major transformation with two significant acquisitions completed this week, signaling a strategic shift in global dairy investments. French giant Lactalis has taken over Fonterra’s global consumer and related businesses in a deal valued at $4.2 billion, effective March 31, 2026. The acquisition includes the Mainland Group, featuring iconic…
₹22 Cr Dung Project Stalls in Ludhiana
A ₹22–22.5 crore cow dung collection project in Ludhiana has stalled just months after launch, as a deadlock between the Municipal Corporation (MC) and dairy owners disrupts operations at major dairy complexes. The initiative, aimed at curbing pollution in the Buddha Dariya, required dairy farmers to place dung outside their units for centralized lifting, but…
Vijaya Dairy Hikes Milk Prices from April 4
Vijaya Dairy, operated by the Krishna District Milk Producers Mutually Aided Cooperative Union Limited, has announced a price increase of ₹2 per litre and Re 1 per half-litre for packet milk, effective April 4, 2026, citing rising production and operational costs. The revised prices will be implemented across key regions, while monthly cardholders will continue…