Livestock census launched in Chittoor District in AP
District Collector Sumit Kumar announced plans on Saturday to boost milk production in Chittoor. During a meeting with representatives from 21 private dairies, the Collector discussed strategies to increase milk prices and production to support dairy farmers in the district. He emphasized the price differences offered by the dairies and highlighted the district’s dependence on…
In FY 25 Puducherry govt to procure 2.34 crore litres of milk from outside
The Puducherry government has set a target to procure 2.34 crore litres of milk from Co-operative Milk Producer Societies in this fiscal year. In the 2024 Budget, a 5% incentive is proposed based on the value of the procured milk. The Cooperation Department, which has been allocated ₹59.49 crore, aims to increase milk production by…
India could help in suporting Global Food safety through its surplus :PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said India has become a food surplus country and is working to provide solutions for global food and nutritional security. Addressing a gathering after inaugurating the 32nd International Conference of Agricultural Economists (ICAE), which is being organised in India after 65 years, the Prime Minister also said the Union…
Britannia’s Rural Market Gains show Positive Consumption Growth
Britannia’s rural market share has shown stronger growth compared to its urban market, indicating positive signs of consumption growth in a critical segment for the broader FMCG industry. “We continue to make positive strides in rural areas as we expand our distribution footprint and enhance product offerings to align with regional preferences, positioning us well…
India’s Ice Cream Market to Grow at 14.79% CAGR by FY 2031
Come summer, and the Indian ice cream industry gears up for its biggest season of the year. With temperatures rising, consumer cravings for icy indulgences are reaching peak levels, driving innovation, expansion and strategic positioning across the market. The ice cream market in India is forecast to witness a CAGR of 14.79 per cent during…
Milk Mantra’s back in profit with 6% EBIDTA
After eight consecutive years of profitability, Milk Mantra posted a net loss of INR 12.3 Cr in FY23. The Bhubaneswar-based dairy tech startup then returned to profitability in FY24 with a net profit of INR 9.8 Cr, a significant improvement as it managed to control its expenses. Founded in 2009 by Srikumar Misra and Rashima…
Meghalaya Government and NDDB Mother Dairy sign MoU
The Meghalaya State Agricultural Marketing Board, Government of Meghalaya, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Mother Dairy Fruits and Vegetables Pvt. Ltd., a subsidiary of the National Dairy Development Board (NDDB). This agreement aims to enhance collaboration in agricultural marketing and supply chain management in Meghalaya. The signing witnessed the attendance of Conrad K…
Dudran village in J&K uses traditional chilling system to preserve milk
Some places milk tradition, others go with the flow, and a few like Dudran own and embrace it every day, unfettered by modernity and motive.This tiny, picture-postcard village in J&K’s Baramulla district lives life the old-fashioned way — just as its sylvan span ringed by mountains, cattle grazing on the meadows, and cottages alongside streams evoke the…
India has shortage of animal fodder: Minister Dairying
India has shortage of animal fodder and the Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying has been supplementing the efforts made by state governments to enhance fodder availability, union minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh alias Lalan Singh informed Parliament on Wednesday. Rajya sabha query To a query on whether the government was aware of the shortage of…
Future Milk Availability: 4 Critical Challenges Facing the Global and Indian Dairy Industry
Recently, I came across an insightful infographic by A Insights highlighting four pivotal challenges facing the global dairy industry. Intrigued, I delved deeper to understand the impact of these challenges on our ambitious forecast of around 660 billion liters of milk production and 800 ml of per capita availability by 2047, coinciding with India’s centenary…