India’s Whey Gap Exposes Dairy Processing Challenge
India’s rapidly growing demand for whey protein is exposing a major structural gap in the country’s dairy industry, as the world’s largest milk producer continues to rely heavily on imports for supplement-grade whey. According to industry experts cited by Business Standard, India still imports nearly 80-90% of its whey protein requirements despite producing over 239…
Natural Dairy Trans Fats May Not Raise Heart Risk
A new study led by researchers at the University of Reading has found that naturally occurring trans fats in dairy products may not increase the risk of heart disease or type 2 diabetes, challenging long-standing concerns surrounding dairy fat consumption. The research, published in the journal Nutrition Research, reviewed evidence from 10 randomized controlled trials…
Gaumutra Dairy Boosts Gujarat’s Rural Economy
Gujarat’s first dedicated Gaumutra (cow urine) dairy in Abala village of Bhabhar is emerging as a new model for rural income generation, organic farming and sustainable dairy-linked agriculture. The facility, inaugurated under the leadership of Banas Dairy chairman and Gujarat Assembly Speaker Shankar Chaudhary, has the capacity to process up to 10,000 litres of cow…
Country Delight Raises ₹65 Crore from Alteria
Gurugram-based dairy and daily essentials brand Country Delight has raised ₹65 crore through the issuance of non-convertible debentures (NCDs) from Alteria Capital to support its general corporate activities. The company’s board approved the issuance of 6,500 NCDs with a face value of ₹1 lakh each, according to regulatory filings. Founded by Chakradhar Gade and Nitin…
RTD Dairy Drinks Fuel Global Growth Trends
Ready-to-drink (RTD) beverages are emerging as one of the fastest-growing opportunities for the global dairy industry, driven by rising consumer demand for protein, convenience, gut health and premium nutrition products. According to DairyReporter, the global RTD beverage market is projected to approach nearly $1.5 trillion by the mid-2030s, representing around 67% growth from 2026 levels….
mooMark, Akiba Farm Partner for Dairy Innovation
mooMark Pvt Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary of Stellapps Technologies, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Japan’s Akiba Farm Holdings to develop premium gelato products and strengthen dairy innovation collaboration between India and Japan. The partnership combines mooMark’s technology-driven and fully traceable dairy supply chain network, spanning more than 42,000 villages across 17…
Amul Dairy Hikes Milk Procurement Rates
Amul Dairy has announced an increase in milk procurement prices for cooperative member milk producers effective June 1, 2026, citing rising input and operational costs in the dairy sector. The procurement price for buffalo milk has been increased by ₹10 per kg fat, taking the rate from ₹865 to ₹875 per kg fat. With the…
Philippines Targets 22.4% Jump in Milk Output
The Philippines’ National Dairy Authority (NDA) has expressed strong optimism that the country’s dairy production will increase by 22.4% in 2026, supported by expanded government funding, imported dairy cattle, and rising demand for locally produced milk. NDA Administrator Marcus Antonius Andaya said the country is targeting milk production of 53 million litres in 2026, up…
EU Milk Prices Drop as Global Supply Rises
Average milk prices across the European Union declined by 2.5% in March 2026 as rising global milk production continued to pressure dairy markets. According to European Dairy Farmers (EDF), average EU milk prices fell to €40.48 per 100 kg in March, down €1.02 from February and more than 19% lower compared to the same period…
New Tech Enhances Accuracy of Milk Safety Testing
Researchers and dairy technology experts are highlighting the growing role of advanced analytical technologies in improving milk safety, quality control and adulteration detection across the dairy industry. According to a report published by AZoM, modern testing methods such as spectroscopy, chromatography, biosensors and rapid microbial detection systems are helping dairy processors identify contaminants, adulterants and…