Bihar approves 5-yr expansion plan to boost Sudha dairy
The state government of Bihar has approved a comprehensive five-year roadmap to scale up Sudha-brand milk and dairy products, aiming to expand procurement, processing capacity and market reach beyond the state’s borders. The approval came after a review meeting chaired by Nitish Kumar, where COMFED’s managing director laid out the federation’s performance so far and…
India’s Dairy Giants Bet Big on Protein Boom
From shakes to cheeses, top brands innovate to bring affordable, protein-rich dairy to India’s expanding health-conscious market. India’s leading dairy players are riding the growing wave of protein awareness by transforming everyday dairy products into high-protein staples for the masses. With 73% of Indian adults consuming less protein than recommended, the opportunity for innovation is…
Tata Consumer may acquire Danone India nutrition business
India’s food-consumer landscape may see a major shake-up as Tata Consumer Products (TCPL) — already present in staples, beverages and packaged-foods — is reportedly in advanced talks to acquire Danone India’s specialised-nutrition and nutraceutical portfolio. If the acquisition completes, TCPL will gain access to Danone India’s established nutrition brands (targeting infant-nutrition, adult protein and wellness…
KMF now under RTI: Karnataka panel affirms transparency mandate
The Karnataka Information Commission (KIC) has officially declared the Karnataka Milk Federation (https://www.kmfnandini.coop/ — along with its district-level unions such as Bamul and Komul — as a “state” entity under the RTI Act, making it legally obliged to disclose information sought by citizens. The decision was issued by Information Commissioner Rajashekara S while adjudicating a…
Circular dairy drive may lift farmer income 20% in five years
Union Home & Cooperation Minister Amit Shah on December 6, 2025 said that a new “circular economy” model in the dairy sector is expected to boost the income of dairy farmers by 20% over the next five years. The remarks were made during the inauguration of a bio-CNG and fertiliser plant at Banas Dairy in…
Rise of Premium Dairy Brands Alongside Cooperatives
The Indian dairy landscape is undergoing a structural shift: alongside long-standing cooperatives, premium private dairy brands — especially those offering value-added products (VAPs) — are growing rapidly, reshaping consumer expectations, product mix and value flows. Urban consumers in cities like Bengaluru, Mumbai and Delhi increasingly pick premium yogurt drinks, probiotic curds, artisanal paneer or high-quality…
NDDB to build solar-dairy at Kargil for Army milk supply
The NDDB is establishing a solar-powered milk processing plant in Kargil — one of the highest-altitude dairying projects in India — to ensure supply of fresh milk to Indian Army units deployed in remote, high-altitude regions such as Siachen, Nubra Valley, Leh and other posts. The planned facility will have a processing capacity of 10,000…
India–Russia eye big dairy & seafood trade push
India and Russia have initiated talks to deepen bilateral trade in dairy, meat and fisheries — a move that could reshape export-demand and significantly impact India’s dairy sector. At a recent meeting in New Delhi, India’s Minister for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying met his Russian counterpart to discuss easing market-access restrictions, fast-tracking registration of…
Pending ₹215-Crore Incentives Hit Tamil Nadu Dairy Producers
Dairy producers in Tamil Nadu have stepped up pressure on the state government to release pending incentive payments reportedly amounting to around ₹215 crore, claiming the delay is heavily impacting their livelihoods. Members of Tamil Nadu Milk Producers’ Welfare Association (TNMPWA) and local cooperative societies said that though the government had announced a bonus incentive…
Food manufacturing to hit Rs 40-lakh-crore : Dr R S Sodhi
India’s organised food-manufacturing segment is poised for a dramatic rise, expected to reach ₹ 40-lakh-crore in the near future as the nation’s broader food economy is projected to nearly triple by 2033, according to RS Sodhi, President of Indian Dairy Association and former MD of Amul. Speaking at the Global Manufacturing Conclave 2025, Sodhi said…