India’s Buffalo-Milk Mozzarella Exports Are Booming
India is rapidly scaling up its exports of mozzarella cheese, fueled primarily by buffalo milk, signaling a transformed dairy narrative for the country. According to recent data, export volumes of Indian-made mozzarella have more than doubled in just a few years. The growth is powered by a growing export base in Asia and the Middle…
Dairy Vending machine units must keep adulteration testing kits
1. Dairy Units engaged in sale of milk and milk products through vending/kiosk machines and similar dispensing systems to strengthen food safety compliance ;In line with endeavor to achieve an appropriate level of protection of human life and health and the protection of consumer’s interests, including fair practices in all kinds of food trade with…
Will Kerala Milk Prices Rise Despite GST Cuts?
Kerala’s MILMA cooperatives may raise milk prices by up to ₹ 6 per litre, despite recent GST rate cuts. According to Mathrubhumi reporting, the MILMA Chairman has defended the potential increase, pointing to sharply rising input costs such as cattle feed, packaging, and transport. While the GST rationalisation is expected to ease some tax burden…
Unesco Recognizeds dairy coopeartive as Intangible Cultural Heritage
The global agribusiness community, particularly the international dairy sector, is celebrating the monumental decision by UNESCO to designate the cooperative model as part of the world’s intangible cultural heritage. This formal recognition validates the profound and enduring societal value of these member-owned, democratic enterprises. While the inclusion spans diverse industries, from specialized farming like cranberries to the foundational…
Study Finds Uranium in Breast Milk of Mothers in Bihar
In a deeply concerning study carried out by the Mahavir Cancer Sansthan in Patna and AIIMS-New Delhi, researchers detected uranium in breast milk samples from mothers in six districts of Bihar — namely Bhojpur, Samastipur, Begusarai, Khagaria, Katihar, and Nalanda. The mothers in the study, aged between 17 and 35, showed uranium (U-238) in every…
Regional dairy firms surge as GST cuts reshape sector
A sweeping rationalisation of GST rates on dairy products is emerging as a quiet but powerful tailwind for India’s organised dairy sector. Under reforms introduced at the 56th GST Council meeting, most dairy items will now attract either zero or just 5% GST, bringing down the tax burden significantly. This shift is expected to be…
Punjab bets big on goat cheese to boost farmers’ income
Punjab’s Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (GADVASU) is entering the premium cheese space by launching goat cheese (“chèvre”) production, a first for the state. The College of Dairy & Food Science Technology is developing a range of cheeses — from mozzarella and feta to ricotta and chèvre — with scientific precision, turning…
Progressive dairy body gives 50 buffaloes to flood-hit farmers
In a heartening act of solidarity, the Progressive Dairy Farmers Association has distributed 50 buffaloes to dairy farmers in flood-affected areas, aiming to help restore their livelihoods. The initiative was part of a broader relief effort to support rural communities struggling after severe flooding. According to reports, these buffaloes will be handed over to farmers…
Do cows really “love” jazz? What science says
A trending Times of India piece asks: Do cows really love jazz? The story isn’t about bovines having human musical taste — rather, it highlights growing scientific interest in how certain types of calming sound can help dairy animals feel more relaxed. Researchers point out that the gentle rhythms and slow tempos often found in…
Vidarbha’s Dairy Renaissance Powers Rural, Women-Led Growth
In Vidarbha, dairy is no longer just a sideline crop; it’s becoming the backbone of the rural economy, driven by an unlikely trio: women, science, and fodder innovation. Historically dominated by cotton and citrus, the region is now undergoing a structural shift. Women are at the heart of this transformation — they’re not just helping…