₹34.18 Cr Monthly Boost for Milk Producers
Milk-producing farmers in Himachal Pradesh are receiving an average ₹34.18 crore per month in benefits—the highest ever— driven by a sharp rise in procurement by the state milk federation, which is currently collecting around 2.70 lakh litres of milk daily, up from 1.57 lakh litres per day in FY 2024–25. (Business Standard) The initiative includes…
UAE to launch 140 new dairy & food products
The UAE is set to introduce 140 new locally produced food products over 2026 and 2027, as part of a strategic push to strengthen domestic supply chains and reduce reliance on imports amid global disruptions. The initiative focuses on scaling production across dairy, poultry, and processed food categories, reinforcing the country’s long-term food security agenda….
Slump in SMP, Ghee and Butter price may be over
While the conflict involving the US, Iran, and Israel has undoubtedly had an adverse impact on the trade of desi ghee (clarified butter) and milk powder, the containers awaiting shipment have now been cleared and dispatched to their various destinations—albeit after incurring significant penalty charges. On the other hand, reacting to the market slump, both…
India creates 9.25 crore Farmer IDs, targets 100%
India has created over 9.25 crore Farmer IDs across 19 states, marking a major step toward digitising agriculture, with the government now pushing to achieve 100% coverage within the next six months through coordinated efforts between agriculture and revenue departments. (Global Agriculture) The Farmer ID is being developed as a comprehensive digital identity, linking farmers…
Amul milk in US costs up to ₹150/litre
Amul milk, recently launched in the United States through partnerships with local cooperatives and retail chains, is being sold at significantly higher prices compared to India, highlighting stark global pricing differences. In the US market, a 1-gallon (3.78 litres) pack of Amul milk is priced between $5.39 and $7.99, translating to roughly ₹120–₹150 per litre,…
FSSAI mandates licenses for 2,036 dairies
In a major crackdown following recent milk adulteration concerns, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has made it mandatory for 2,036 dairy units and milk suppliers in East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, to obtain licenses, tightening regulatory oversight across the local dairy trade. The move comes amid heightened scrutiny after serious adulteration…
India waives petrochemical duty amid war crisis
India has waived customs duty on around 40 critical petrochemical imports as a temporary measure to tackle supply disruptions triggered by the ongoing West Asia conflict, with the exemption effective from April 2 to June 30, 2026. The duty relief covers key feedstocks and intermediates such as ammonia, methanol, toluene, styrene, acetic acid, along with…
₹22 Cr Dung Project Stalls in Ludhiana
A ₹22–22.5 crore cow dung collection project in Ludhiana has stalled just months after launch, as a deadlock between the Municipal Corporation (MC) and dairy owners disrupts operations at major dairy complexes. The initiative, aimed at curbing pollution in the Buddha Dariya, required dairy farmers to place dung outside their units for centralized lifting, but…
Vijaya Dairy Hikes Milk Prices from April 4
Vijaya Dairy, operated by the Krishna District Milk Producers Mutually Aided Cooperative Union Limited, has announced a price increase of ₹2 per litre and Re 1 per half-litre for packet milk, effective April 4, 2026, citing rising production and operational costs. The revised prices will be implemented across key regions, while monthly cardholders will continue…
Milk Output Trails Demand as Costs Surge
India’s dairy sector is facing a widening demand-supply gap, with milk production growth slowing sharply to 3.5–3.78%, while demand continues to expand at around 6% annually, creating sustained upward pressure on prices. Retail milk prices have already increased by ₹2–₹5 per litre, with farm-gate prices hitting five-year highs, signalling a deepening structural imbalance. The slowdown…