AI Cow Collars Lead India’s Farm Innovation Wave
A new wave of Indian agricultural innovations is helping farmers improve productivity, reduce risk and generate additional income, with several technologies showing strong potential for the dairy sector. According to The Better India, one of the standout innovations is the AI-powered “CowGPT” smart collar, which continuously monitors cattle health, activity, feeding behaviour and reproductive cycles,…
Goa Unveils Scheme to Boost Dairy Coop Infrastructure
The Goa government has launched a new scheme to strengthen infrastructure in the cooperative dairy sector, aiming to modernize milk procurement, processing and value addition across the state. Under the initiative, registered cooperative dairy societies will receive financial assistance of up to 75% of the project cost, subject to a maximum grant of ₹50 lakh,…
Belarus Expands Functional Dairy Innovation
Belarus is accelerating dairy innovation with the development of a new generation of functional and protein-rich dairy products aligned with evolving global consumer demand. According to Natalya Furik, First Deputy Director of the Institute of Meat and Dairy Industry, researchers have expanded production technologies for dried dairy products, including mixes for ice cream, powdered beverages…
Uthukuli Butter Keeps Tamil Dairy Heritage Alive
Uthukuli Butter, produced in the small town of Uthukuli in Tamil Nadu’s Tiruppur district, is gaining renewed attention as one of the state’s most iconic dairy delicacies, celebrated for its traditional production methods, distinctive taste and cultural significance. The butter is made using locally sourced milk and traditional churning techniques, preserving its natural aroma, creamy…
Dairy Drinks Outpace Soft Drinks in Summer Growth
India’s dairy beverage segment is witnessing robust momentum, with lassi and buttermilk recording nearly 40% growth, significantly outpacing the soft drinks market as consumers increasingly opt for healthier and more natural refreshments during the summer season. According to industry estimates, demand for packaged dairy beverages has surged across urban and rural markets, driven by rising…
NDDB Reviews Vision for India’s Dairy Growth
The National Dairy Development Board (NDDB) convened a high-level review meeting on 25 June 2026, bringing together Chairpersons and Managing Directors of Milk Unions and State Cooperative Dairy Federations from across the country to shape the future roadmap for India’s dairy sector. The deliberations focused on strengthening the cooperative dairy ecosystem through enhanced milk procurement,…
Edge Backs Senate’s 2026 Farm Bill Draft
Members of Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative have welcomed the introduction of the Agricultural Act of 2026, a discussion draft of the U.S. Senate’s long-awaited Farm Bill released by Senate Agriculture Committee Chairman John Boozman. The cooperative urged lawmakers to move quickly on a bipartisan basis to advance the legislation, noting that it has been nearly…
Plant-Based Milk Gains in US Foodservice
Plant-based milk continued to strengthen its position in the US foodservice sector in 2025, outperforming conventional dairy milk in growth despite ongoing challenges for the broader plant-based category. According to a new Good Food Institute (GFI) report, plant-based milk dollar sales increased 16%, while volume (pound) sales rose 14%, compared with 4% growth in conventional…
AI Reshapes Dairy Farming with Smarter Decisions
Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming dairy farming by improving the timing and accuracy of management decisions rather than replacing farmers. According to a Global AgInvesting report featuring dairy technology company smaXtec, AI delivers the greatest value when it combines continuous animal health data with actionable insights, enabling farmers to detect health issues earlier and intervene…
KMF Urged to Expand Dairy Support to Bhovi Community
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has directed the state government to ensure that economic empowerment initiatives effectively benefit the Bhovi community, with a special focus on expanding livelihood opportunities through the dairy sector. Chairing a review meeting of the Karnataka Bhovi Development Corporation, the Chief Minister instructed the Karnataka Milk Federation (KMF) to formulate special programmes…