Heatwaves Slash Milk Yields Across Europe
Europe’s dairy industry is under severe stress due to unprecedented heatwaves, particularly in Italy, France, and Spain. In Italy’s Lombardy region—Europe’s dairy hub—milk production has fallen by 10–15%, equating to 1.8 million litres lost per day. In Molise, the drop is sharper, reaching 30% on some farms. Drought and rising temperatures have affected feed and…
Gujarat Dairy Scandal Surfaces Amid BJP Infighting
A politically charged conflict within Gujarat’s BJP has unveiled alarming revelations of illegal milk operations and entrenched corruption across several cooperative dairies. The latest scandal involves Sumul Dairy in Surat, where top executives are accused of sourcing milk illegally from Maharashtra through unregistered chilling plants, funneling it into the local supply chain. Alleged misconduct includes…
GST Cuts may Bring Relief to Dairy Products
In a major boost for the dairy sector, the GST Council is reportedly preparing a reduction in GST rates on key household consumables—potentially extending benefits to milk, curd, paneer, and other dairy items. The proposal, announced shortly after income-tax relief to middle-class consumers, would ease the tax burden on pre-packaged dairy, currently attracting up to…
GDT price index fell by 4.1% which is largest in 2025
GDT price index fall by 4.1% is highest in this year. Here is a summary of the results from the latest GDT Trading Event.As expected the index plummeted by 4.1% . It was slightly more than the expectations. Major agencies including Rabobank are also suggesting a cautious approach . The major reason being that the traction…
India–US Mini‑Deal Stalls Over Agri, Dairy & GM Crops
India has toughened its position on issues related to agriculture and dairy as negotiations in Washington entered a crucial stage, posing challenges on efforts to close a mini deal before July 9, a government official said on Monday. The official added that the stay of the Indian team, headed by special secretary in the department…
In Despair’s Wake: When Dairy Dreams Die Under Bank Pressure
I’ve just learned of a heart breaking suicide by a dairy entrepreneur in Madurai—not the first, but perhaps the most urgent yet. Today, I call upon the entire dairy fraternity to confront a vital question: in the eyes of the system, what truly is the value of a dairy farmer’s or entrepreneur’s life? These individuals…
Amul, Mother Dairy, Nandini Dominate 2025 Brand Finance Rankings
The 2025 Brand Finance India 100 report highlights the supremacy of dairy brands in India’s food sector. Amul retains its top position with a brand valuation of US $4.1 billion, reinforcing its deep-rooted consumer trust and expansive distribution network . Hot on its heels is Mother Dairy, which climbed from third to second place, valued at US $1.15 billion,…