Banas Dairy Partners NCEL to Boost Exports
Banas Dairy has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with National Cooperative Exports Limited to strengthen export opportunities for dairy and agricultural products, marking another step in India’s efforts to expand the global footprint of cooperative-based businesses. The agreement was signed during a programme attended by cooperative sector leaders and is expected to help farmers…
Andhra Launches Animal-Centric Breeding Program
The Andhra Pradesh government has launched an animal-centric breeding initiative aimed at improving livestock productivity and boosting dairy farmers’ incomes through scientific breeding practices. The programme was highlighted during a district-level review where officials emphasized the need to shift from traditional breeding approaches to animal-specific strategies that improve milk yield, reproductive efficiency and overall herd…
Himachal’s White Revolution Gains Momentum
Himachal Pradesh is witnessing a significant dairy sector transformation, with milk procurement through cooperative societies surging nearly fourfold as the state’s “New White Revolution” gathers pace. The growth has been driven by higher milk procurement prices, expanded cooperative networks and government efforts to strengthen dairy infrastructure, making dairy farming an increasingly attractive source of rural…
Government Prescribes Standard Pack Sizes for Edible Oils
Amendment to Standard operating procedure (SOP) aims to facilitate price comparison, enhance transparency and promote uniform packaging practices Three-month transition period provided; provisions applicable to domestic and imported edible oils Revised SoP under Legal Metrology framework provides for uniform pack sizes and declaration of equivalent weight along with volume In a significant step towards enhancing…
NCDFI, Assam Rifles Sign Dairy Supply Pact
The National Cooperative Dairy Federation of India (NCDFI) and Assam Rifles have signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) in New Delhi to strengthen the supply of milk and milk products through India’s dairy cooperative network, expanding market opportunities for dairy farmers while ensuring reliable supplies to one of the country’s premier paramilitary forces. The agreement…
Dhagwar Milk Collection Jumps 4X in 2.5 Years
Himachal Pradesh’s dairy sector has recorded a major boost, with milk collection linked to the Dhagwar Milk Plant in Kangra district increasing fourfold over the past two-and-a-half years, reflecting the impact of higher milk procurement prices and renewed government focus on dairy development. The surge in milk procurement has strengthened confidence among dairy farmers and…
India-Japan Dairy Ties Expand Into Circular Economy
India and Japan are deepening cooperation in the dairy sector, moving beyond traditional milk production into biogas, clean energy, premium dairy products and circular economy initiatives. A key focus of the partnership is the development of compressed biogas (CBG) projects through dairy cooperatives, which convert cattle dung into clean fuel and organic fertilizers, creating additional…
Oxytocin Misuse in Dairy Raises Health Concerns
The use of oxytocin injections in dairy animals has once again come under the spotlight, with experts warning that the hormone is often misused to accelerate milk let-down rather than increase actual milk production. Oxytocin is a naturally occurring hormone that plays a vital role in childbirth and milk ejection, but its unauthorized use in…
Nestlé Cuts Dairy Emissions by 26%
Nestlé has reported a 26% reduction in net greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions across its dairy value chain in 2025 compared to its 2018 baseline, according to the company’s first Dairy Plan report. The initiative, which covers more than 130,000 dairy farmers, over 200 suppliers and partners across more than 40 countries, outlines Nestlé’s strategy to…
Kashmir Milk Output Nears 30 Lakh Tonnes
Dairy farming is emerging as a major growth driver in Kashmir, with milk production in Jammu & Kashmir approaching the 30 lakh tonne mark as government interventions, improved breeding programmes, and rising farmer participation strengthen the sector. Official data indicate that milk production has increased steadily from 25.94 lakh tonnes in 2020-21 to approximately 29.74…