Kerala Urged to Prepare for Modi’s White Revolution 2.0 Push
Union Minister of State for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying George Kurian has called on Kerala’s dairy farmers and cooperatives to prepare for the government’s “Second White Revolution” initiative, emphasising the shift from volume-only production to quality, value addition and market competitiveness. He made these remarks during the inauguration of the NDDB-Milma Food Testing Laboratory…
Budget 2026 Focus as Input Costs Squeeze Food & Dairy FMCG Margins
As the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector enters 2026, persistent input cost pressures — including key dairy and food inputs — are exerting sustained margin stress, keeping companies’ attention firmly on the upcoming Union Budget 2026–27. Despite easing headline inflation, several industry leaders are urging policy support to help manage supply-side cost inflation and improve…
NDRI Issues Winter Advisory to Protect Cattle and Milk Yield
With record-low temperatures, limited sunshine, fog and cold winds sweeping northern India, the National Dairy Research Institute (NDRI) has issued a winter advisory for dairy farmers to protect cattle and sustain milk production. Officials warn that harsh winter conditions — especially during the peak lactation period for cattle that calved in October–November — can lower…
IT Raids Fake Dairy & Oil Firms; Bogus Billing Suspected
Income Tax Department launched a major crackdown on 12 companies across Delhi, Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh suspected of fake billing in dairy, ghee, vegetable oil, and whey protein. Investigations revealed suspicious end-of-year transactions, round figures, and TDS irregularities, possibly involving crores of rupees. The probe follows FDA input on adulteration and may expand to other…
India Registers Karan Fries — A New High-Yield Dairy Breed
India has officially registered Karan Fries, a new synthetic cow breed developed by scientists at the National Dairy Research Institute (NDRI), Karnal, designed to combine high milk productivity with resilience to Indian climates — a development that could significantly boost the country’s dairy sector. Karan Fries is a crossbred cattle breed created by systematically breeding…
Mondelez India Cuts Ad Budget as Profits Collapse in FY25
Mondelez India Foods Ltd., the maker of Cadbury Dairy Milk, Oreo, 5 Star and other confectionery brands, reported a sharp plunge in profitability in fiscal year 2025, prompting a reduction in advertising and promotional expenditure amidst rising costs and margin pressure. According to company filings, Mondelez India’s net profit collapsed by over 99% to approximately…
Heritage Foods Seeks Policy Support for Dairy in FY 27 budget
Heritage Foods Ltd., a leading organised dairy company, has appealed to the government for targeted policy support in the Union Budget 2026–27 to accelerate growth in India’s organised dairy sector. Citing the positive impact of September 2025’s GST rationalisation on dairy products — which has encouraged consumers to shift toward high-protein, health-focused products such as…
Protect Cattle from Cold Wave, Expert Urges Dairy Owners
As severe cold and dense fog continue across Punjab, livestock experts from Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (GADVASU) have issued urgent guidelines for dairy owners to protect cattle from cold-induced stress and health risks. The advisory comes amid reports that unusually low night temperatures and persistent fog are impacting animal well-being and…
ICAR and NDDB to Strengthen Research, Innovation, and Extension
The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) has entered into a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the National Dairy Development Board (NDDB) to enhance collaboration in multidisciplinary research, innovation, and capacity building across the entire dairy sector. The partnership spans key areas including dairy production, processing, and value addition, with a strong emphasis on…
India’s First Glyphosate-Free A2 Ghee from Two Brothers
In a significant development for product quality and consumer trust in the dairy sector, Two Brothers Organic Farms has announced that its A2 cultured ghee has received India’s first glyphosate residue-free certification — a distinction that sets a new benchmark in dairy product safety and purity. The certification, issued by a recognised third-party testing and…