Fonterra’s Strategic Pivot: The Future of Dairy
A landmark sale of its consumer brands signals a focused move towards high-value B2B channels, a strategy that could reshape the global agribusiness sector. Fonterra is making a major strategic shift by selling its consumer business, including the $4.22 billion agreement with Lactalis. The article presents this decision as a key move to focus on what the company does…
MoU inked to boost quality forage seed for dairy — Rasi & ICAR-IGFRI
Rasi Seeds has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with ICAR-IGFRI (Indian Council of Agricultural Research – Grassland & Fodder Research Institute) in Jhansi to enhance the availability of quality forage seeds for dairy farmers. Under this partnership, Rasi (through its “Sira Seeds” brand) will commercialize two high-yielding ICAR-IGFRI varieties of berseem and oats. With…
BJP Wins 11 of 13 Amul Board Seats in Gujarat Co-op Upset
In a major political shift, the BJP has secured a decisive win in the Kaira District Cooperative Milk Producers’ Union (Amul Dairy) board elections held on September 10, 2025, clinching 11 of the 13 available seats. Four of these victories were uncontested. The Congress retained just two seats—Borsad and Kapadvanj—amid allegations that the BJP leveraged…
Indore Milk Union Raises Farmer Procurement Rates
The Indore Cooperative Milk Union has raised the purchase price of milk from farmers by over 2%, moving from ₹820 to ₹840 per kg of fat, effective September 11, 2025. This decision comes at a time when the union is also expanding its reach by forming 550 new milk committees, increasing the total from around…
Political Influence Reshapes Amul Board Elections
Anand — The recent board elections at the Kaira District Cooperative Milk Producers’ Union (Amul Dairy) have reignited long-running concerns about political interference in India’s storied dairy cooperatives. In a decisive outcome this month, BJP-backed candidates won 11 of 13 seats on the Amul board — four uncontested and seven in voting rounds that recorded…
India Stands Firm on Dairy in EU FTA Talks
India and the European Union are holding their 13th round of Free Trade Agreement (FTA) negotiations in New Delhi, with discussions expected to run through mid-September. The government has made it clear that while it is committed to concluding the deal, it will not compromise on sensitive sectors like dairy and agriculture. Commerce Minister Piyush…
Amul Says No Price Cut for Pouch Milk; GST Relief Only for UHT Milk
Amul has clarified that the price of its fresh pouch milk will remain unchanged even after the implementation of “GST 2.0” on September 22, 2025. The company says this is because pouch milk has always attracted zero percent GST, so there is no tax relief to be passed on in that segment. Only UHT (Ultra-High…
Rabobank’s Global Dairy Top 20 Report Signals Shifts Ahead
Rabobank’s latest Global Dairy Top 20 report reveals a modest yet stable growth outlook for the dairy sector—combined turnover among the top companies rose by 0.6% in 2024, with a projected increase of 0.5% in 2025 FoodBev Media+1. Despite overall steadiness, the competitive hierarchy is in motion: eight companies shuffled positions in the latest ranking,…
Global dairy quarterly Q3 2025: Milk supply growth on the rise
Firm dairy product prices have pushed farmgate prices in New Zealand and Europe, rising 27% and 18% YOY, respectively. Well-supplied global feed markets have kept a lid on prices. Overall, good farmgate margins are supporting increased milk production, led by the US and New Zealand. Firm dairy prices boost margins and milk output in key…
Dairy Processors Eye Growth in Snacking Trend
Snacking has moved from being an occasional indulgence to a daily eating habit, with consumers increasingly replacing full meals with convenient, nutrient-dense options. Health, portability, and taste are driving this shift, creating new opportunities for food companies worldwide. Dairy products, with their natural protein, calcium, and versatility, are well-positioned to meet these demands. Yogurts, cheese…