NY Dairy Research Funding Push
New York dairy farmers and industry advocates are calling on state lawmakers to boost funding for Cornell University’s PRO-Dairy research program ahead of the 2026–27 budget. The program — crucial for helping farms improve herd health, business practices and nutrient management — hasn’t seen a funding increase since 2014, and the governor’s current budget proposal…
New Evidence of Early Goat & Sheep Dairy in Human History
Archaeological scientists have uncovered compelling evidence indicating that goats and sheep were being milked by humans much earlier than previously confirmed, offering fresh insights into the deep history of dairy consumption and pastoralism. Analysis of ancient ceramic residues from archaeological sites in eastern Africa and southeastern Europe reveals milk fats and proteins associated with caprines…
Bengaluru Doctor Booked Over Defamatory Social Media Claims on Nandini Dairy
A Bengaluru doctor has been booked for allegedly sharing defamatory social media posts about Nandini dairy products, prompting a police complaint from the Karnataka Milk Federation (KMF) on grounds of harming brand reputation and consumer trust. The posts — widely circulated on social platforms — reportedly contained unverified claims about product quality and safety, triggering…
Nepal’s DDC Clears Dairy Dues, Private Processors Report No Pending Payments
The Dairy Development Corporation (DDC) of Nepal has announced the settlement of outstanding payments owed to private milk processors, ending a prolonged financial strain on many operators in the country’s dairy value chain. Officials confirmed that all overdue dues have now been released, and private processors have reported no pending payments, a move that has…
Sikkim delegation visits Banas Dairy
A high-level delegation from the Government of Sikkim visited Banas Dairy during its official engagements in Gujarat. The delegation was led by Arun Kumar Upreti, Minister for Cooperation and Rural Development Department (RDD), along with PRCS-cum-Secretary Mrs. Jabi Thapa. Established in 1969, Banas Dairy, formally known as Banaskantha District Cooperative Milk Producers’ Union Ltd, is…
AI Revolutionises Dairy Cattle Health Management in India
Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly reshaping the dairy farming landscape in India, offering scalable tools to enhance cattle health diagnostics, optimise productivity and improve economic outcomes for smallholder producers. With dairy forming a cornerstone of rural incomes and nutrition security, stakeholders are turning to AI-enabled solutions — from computer vision systems to predictive analytics —…
Fonterra provides Farmgate Milk Price and earnings update
Fonterra Co-operative Group Ltd has today lifted its forecast Farmgate Milk Price for the 2025/26 season and narrowed its forecast range. Fonterra expecting to distribute Mainland Group earnings as special Mainland dividend Fonterra confirms FY26 forecast earnings guidance from continuing operations Fonterra lifts 2025/26 season forecast Farmgate Milk Price midpoint from $9.00 per kgMS to $9.50 per kgMS The midpoint has increased from $9.00 per kgMS…
Arla Warns of Falling Dairy Prices as Supply Surges
European dairy giant Arla Foods has signalled a downward trajectory for global dairy prices in the coming quarters, warning that an ongoing surge in milk supply from major producing regions could outpace current demand and exert downward pressure on commodity values. The company’s latest forecasting commentary reflects tightening dynamics in key segments such as skim…
Milk Prices Jump to ₹90/L Ahead of Ramzan, Straining Budgets
Fresh milk prices in parts of Bhiwandi and surrounding Mumbai fringe markets have climbed sharply to around ₹90 per litre just before the start of Ramzan, raising concerns among consumers and households about rising dairy costs. Dealers and retailers attributed the surge to seasonal demand pressures, higher procurement costs and constrained local supplies during the…
TTD Chairman: KMF Supplied 62% of Ghee, Allegations False
The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) has officially dismissed claims of preferential treatment to Indapur Dairy in supplying ghee for prasadam, clarifying that Karnataka Milk Federation (KMF) supplied a majority — 62 % of the temple’s total ghee requirement — under routine procurement. TTD Chairman B.R. Naidu described allegations directed at Indapur Dairy as “completely false…