SAIL, NDDB Extend Milk Programme for Students
Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) has renewed its “Gift Milk Programme” in partnership with the National Dairy Development Board (NDDB) at its Rourkela Steel Plant, continuing efforts to improve nutrition among schoolchildren through regular milk distribution. The initiative targets children in government schools, providing them with milk to support better health, nutrition, and overall…
Milk Supply Stable Despite West Asia Tensions
India’s milk supply remains uninterrupted and prices of milk and dairy products have stayed stable despite ongoing geopolitical tensions in West Asia, the government has confirmed, underscoring the resilience of the domestic dairy ecosystem. The assurance comes amid concerns that global disruptions could impact food supply chains and pricing across essential commodities. Officials highlighted that…
Biogas from Cow Dung Powers India’s Clean Fuel Push
India is advancing its clean energy transition by converting cow dung into biogas and auto fuel, with companies scaling technologies that transform agricultural waste into compressed biogas (CBG) for commercial use. This model not only provides a renewable energy source but also addresses waste management challenges in the dairy sector, creating a circular economy around…
Protein Shift Lifts Margins in India Dairy
India’s dairy sector is undergoing a structural shift toward protein-rich and value-added products such as whey, cheese, and paneer, significantly improving profitability for processors. As consumer demand moves beyond liquid milk toward high-protein and functional nutrition, companies are increasingly focusing on these categories to drive higher margins and diversify revenue streams. This transition is reshaping…
Akshayakalpa Expands to Mumbai, Pune with ₹200 Cr
Organic dairy brand Akshayakalpa Organic is expanding into Mumbai and Pune with a ₹200 crore investment plan aimed at strengthening its presence in western India and scaling its premium dairy portfolio. The company will deploy the capital to build supply chain infrastructure, enhance procurement networks, and expand distribution as it targets growing demand for organic…
Milk Shortage Pushes Dairy Giants Toward VAPs
India’s dairy sector is grappling with a severe milk shortage driven by poor yields and climate disruptions, forcing companies to rethink growth strategies by strengthening milk sourcing and accelerating value-added product (VAP) expansion. The supply crunch is tightening competition, as rising procurement costs outpace pricing power, squeezing margins across the industry. The shortage is fundamentally…
Probe Sought in Multi-Crore Verka Fodder Scam
A probe has been sought into an alleged multi-crore fodder seed scam linked to the Verka Milk Plant in Chandigarh, raising serious concerns over procurement practices within the cooperative dairy system. The complaint alleges irregularities in the purchase of fodder seeds, with claims of inflated pricing and potential financial mismanagement involving significant public funds. According…
Packaging Costs Surge as Iran War Hits Supply Chains
India’s dairy and FMCG sectors are facing rising cost pressures as the ongoing West Asia conflict disrupts packaging supply chains, with sharp increases in input prices and tightening availability of key materials. The surge is driven by higher crude-linked raw material costs, with prices of polyethylene (PE) and polypropylene (PP)—widely used in plastic packaging—rising over…
Hyderabad Cracks Down on Dairy Adulteration Risks
Authorities in Hyderabad have intensified action against dairy adulteration, with sleuths from the Commissioner’s Task Force issuing strict warnings to suppliers and traders involved in the sale of contaminated products such as paneer and khova. The move comes amid growing concerns over food safety and rising instances of adulteration in high-consumption dairy items. During recent…
Hocco Raises ₹100 Cr to Scale Ice Cream Business
Premium ice cream brand Hocco has raised ₹100 crore in funding from Sauce.vc to expand manufacturing capacity and strengthen its distribution network across India. The fresh capital will be used to scale production infrastructure and deepen market reach as the company looks to accelerate growth in the competitive frozen dessert segment. Founded by industry veteran…