Whey Protein Boom Reshapes Milk Value
The rapid surge in whey protein demand is transforming global dairy economics, fundamentally changing how milk is valued and monetised across the supply chain. Once treated as a low-value byproduct of cheese production, whey has evolved into a high-value ingredient, driven by strong global demand for protein-rich nutrition, particularly in sports nutrition, dietary supplements, and…
CavinKare Enters Premium Ice Cream Market
FMCG major CavinKare has entered India’s fast-growing, multi-billion rupee ice cream segment with the launch of a premium range under its dairy brand Cavin’s, signaling a strategic push into value-added dairy categories. The company has rolled out the portfolio initially in Chennai, timed with peak summer demand, and plans a phased expansion across quick commerce,…
Lactalis Flags Dairy Price Hikes Amid Conflict
Global dairy giant Lactalis has warned that escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East could drive dairy price increases, as rising energy, logistics, and supply chain costs begin to impact the sector. The company highlighted that disruptions linked to the ongoing conflict—particularly around critical trade routes such as the Strait of Hormuz—are already affecting shipments…
Desi Farms Revenue Jumps 8X to ₹300 Cr in FY26
D2C dairy brand Desi Farms has reported a sharp surge in growth, with its revenue crossing ₹300 crore in FY26, marking an approximately 8X jump from ₹38 crore in FY25, according to Inc42. The rapid scale-up has been driven by a combination of acquisitions and aggressive distribution expansion, positioning the company among the fastest-growing dairy…
Agri Exports Grow Just 2% to $25.7B in FY26
India’s agricultural and processed food exports registered modest growth of just 2% year-on-year to reach $25.71 billion in FY2025-26, reflecting the impact of geopolitical disruptions and shifting global demand dynamics. The slowdown was largely driven by a sharp decline in rice exports—India’s largest agri-export segment—which fell 7.5% to $11.53 billion, with March shipments alone dropping…
Milk Price Surge Puts Pressure on Retail Chains
Rising milk prices in Australia pressure supermarkets as higher farmgate costs reshape margins across the dairy supply chain. Edited by: Damián Morais Rising farmgate costs force supermarkets to confront pricing tensions across Australia’s dairy supply chain. Australia’s dairy sector is experiencing renewed tension as rising farmgate milk prices begin to ripple through the supply chain, placing…
UK Dairy Faces Price Pressure Amid Milk Surge
The UK dairy sector entered 2026 under significant pressure as rising milk production across domestic and global markets created an oversupply situation, weighing heavily on prices and farmer margins, according to the latest Q1 2026 dairy market review by the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board. GB milk deliveries have remained consistently above prior-year levels, with…
India Eyes 1/3 Global Milk Share in Next Decade
India is poised to dramatically reshape the global dairy landscape, with Jayen Mehta stating that the country could handle one-third of the world’s milk production within the next decade, driven by scale, cooperative strength, and policy push. The projection signals a significant jump from India’s current ~25% share of global milk output, reinforcing its position…
Ashwagandha in Dairy: Regulatory Clarity or Emerging Constraint?
Ashwagandha has gradually made its way into the evolving Indian dairy landscape, though largely in a niche and emerging manner. Traditionally, the combination of milk and ashwagandha has been well accepted in Ayurveda, and this cultural compatibility is now reflecting in early-stage product innovation. While its presence in mainstream dairy beverages remains limited, there is…
AI Neck Sensors Transform Dairy Farm Management
Artificial intelligence is making its way directly onto dairy animals, with smart neck sensors emerging as a game-changing tool for real-time herd monitoring and precision farming. These wearable devices, fitted around cows’ necks, track key parameters such as body temperature, activity levels, feeding patterns, and overall health—enabling farmers to detect issues early and take timely…