Boom in dairy business as summer advances in Odisha
With the severe heatwave showing no signs of relenting anytime soon, the demand for refreshing beverages like lassi and buttermilk has surged across the state leading to a significant uptick in the businesses of dairy shops and firms. The heatwave since the beginning of April has made dairy products a go-to choice for consumers. This…
How Indian Dairytech Startups Are Spearheading White Revolution 2.0 In India
SUMMARY Indian dairytech startups are combating age-old issues of poor quality feed, substandard animal healthcare, and poor disease management The Indian dairy startup landscape has evolved on the back of new-age platforms taking over legacy brands like Amul, Mother Dairy and others through retail channels Ranging from using IoT (Internet of Things) devices to leveraging…
Shyam Benegal’s Manthan starring Smita Patil to premiere at Cannes Film Festival 2024
Film Heritage Foundation, a not-for-profit organization founded by filmmaker and archivist Shivendra Singh Dungarpur has joined hands with Gujarat Milk Marketing Federation Ltd. to restore veteran Indian filmmaker Shyam Benegal’s national award-winning film Manthan which starred the late iconic film actress, Smita Patil. The 4K restoration of the 1976 film has been selected for the official red-carpet…
Aavin struggles to maintain normal milk procurement level
The Tiruchi District Cooperative Milk Producers’ Union, which sells milk under Aavin brand, is struggling to maintain normal level of milk procurement because of hot and extreme dry weather. Tiruchi is an important milk procurement centre for the Tamil Nadu Cooperative Milk Producers’ Federation Ltd. The union, which operates in Tiruchi, Ariyalur and Perambalur districts,…
India becomes largest market for Maggi in FY24, company to launch Nespresso by 2024-end
Nestle India posted a net profit of ₹934.17 crore in the March quarter, up 27 per cent year-on-year, on the back of strong growth momentum across its product portfolio. Revenue from operations rose 9.05 per cent to ₹5,267.59 crore. The company announced that it has inked a definitive agreement with Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories to form a…
Amul celebrates women-dairy farmers with an empowerment mission
In an initiative to recognize the heroes of rural India, Amul presents ‘Floating Stories,’ a campaign highlighting the journey of women dairy farmers who have overcome challenges and changed their lives. Floating Stories is an exhibition of photostories that were printed on the milk of financially and socially successful Amul-women-dairy farmers. This approach serves as…
Purabi Dairy clocks 28% growth Rs. 262 crore turnover in FY 23-24
West Assam Milk Producers’ Co-operative Union Ltd. (WAMUL), popularly known as Purabi Dairy, achieved a significant milestone in empowering Assam’s rural economy. The dairy cooperative recorded a remarkable 28 per cent growth in the last financial year, with a turnover exceeding Rs. 262 crore. Purabi Dairy witnessed a surge in standardized milk sales by over 20…
India’s milk production could reach 300 Billion Litrs by 2030
India contributes to over 25% of global dairy production and has consistently held the top position as the world’s largest milk producer since 1997. In FY23, the country produced around 231 million tonnes of milk, registering a growth rate of 6% CAGR over the period. past decade. A report by NITI Aayog predicts that the…
USDA Launches Trade Mission in India and visits Indian Dairy Association
U.S. Department of Agriculture Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs Alexis M. Taylor arrived in New Delhi today to launch a USDA-sponsored agribusiness trade mission. Taylor leads a delegation of officials from 47 U.S. agribusiness and farm organizations and 11 state departments of agriculture seeking to develop and expand business opportunities with importers…
Planet vs Plastics One Earth, One Goal: Akshayakalpa Consumer Engagement in Recycling
As the world grapples with the devastating impact of plastic pollution, Akshayakalpa Organic is proud to announce its unwavering commitment to sustainability with its revolutionary ‘Give Back the Milk Pack’ initiative. On the occasion of World Earth Day, under the theme ‘Planet vs. Plastics,’ Akshayakalpa Organic reaffirms its dedication to combating plastic waste and forging…