Plant-Based Milk: Challenges and Future Path
Lactose intolerance, presence of cholesterol, philosophical, ethical, environmental, religious and social beliefs restrict the consumption of dairy-based foods. In this regard, there is rapid growth in the market for plant-based milk alternatives (PBMAs) derived from grains, legumes, seeds, nuts and pseudo-cereals. However, development of plant-based milk is challenging due to stability issues, reducing their antinutrients,…
FSSAI Seizes ₹35 Lakh Adulterated Ghee from Rajkot Dairy Unit
Under its Special Ghee Surveillance Drive, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) seized approximately 6,500 kg of adulterated ghee, valued at ₹35 lakhs, from M/s Korova Milk Product Private Limited, a dairy unit in Rajkot, Gujarat . Initial samples—sent to an FSSAI-notified laboratory—tested sub-standard, revealing adulteration with vegetable fat, which directly violated…
India’s Protein Craze Sparks Fast Food & Dairy Innovation
India’s protein momentum is reshaping both dairy and fast-food sectors. With an estimated 73% of the 1.4 billion population protein-deficient, especially in rural areas , the wellness narrative has evolved from niche to mainstream. McDonald’s India introduced a global-first vegetarian protein slice for burgers, developed with government food labs. The product sold out rapidly—32,000 units…
Chidambaram: India Must Retain Agri-Dairy Protections
In a wide-ranging interview, former Finance Minister P. Chidambaram underscores the vital importance of protecting India’s agricultural and dairy sectors amid mounting global trade pressures. He asserts that these sectors aren’t just economic contributors—they are lifelines for a vast swathe of India’s workforce. With agriculture and dairy employing approximately 45% of the population—far exceeding the…
Indian dairy farms Lag Global Cattle Productivity
India, despite being the world’s largest milk producer, trails significantly in milk yield per animal, according to a Lok Sabha panel reviewing the National Dairy Development Board. While indigenous Gir cows have seen their average yield rise from 3.25 kg/day in 2013–14 to 4.17 kg/day in 2022–23, this is still exceptionally low on global standards….
India’s Dairy Model: Trade Strength Built on Low Costs
By Harish Damodaran How competitive and efficient is India’s dairy sector? That’s a question being asked, especially with pressure on India from the Donald Trump administration in the United States to open up its market to American dairy products. One way to assess competitiveness is prices. Take corn (maize), where the farmgate price in the US is…
KMF Earns ₹3.69 Cr Profit Supplying Ice Cream to Amul
Over the past three years, the Karnataka Milk Federation (KMF) generated a ₹3.69 crore profit by supplying 12,000 litres of ice cream daily to the Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation (GCMMF), known for the Amul brand. The total value of this supply reached ₹146 crore in that span. KMF’s ice cream production occurs at its…
Saras Milk Price Up ₹2/L in Jaipur from August 25
Jaipur Dairy, under the Saras brand, has announced a ₹2 per litre price hike on all milk variants, effective from the evening of August 25. Prices will now be ₹54 for Toned (Blue), ₹60 for Standard (Green), ₹68 for Gold, and ₹46 for Double Toned—up from ₹52, ₹58, ₹66, and ₹44 respectively . This marks…
Punjab Dairy Sector Strengthened by Vet Varsity–PDFA Pact
Punjab’s dairy sector, one of India’s most vibrant milk belts, is set for a new growth wave as the state’s leading veterinary university joined hands with the Progressive Dairy Farmers’ Association (PDFA). This collaboration comes at a crucial time when India is consolidating its position as the world’s largest milk producer. Punjab accounts for a…
India’s Dairy Sector Now Accounts for 13% of Global Cow Milk Output
India’s dairy sector, a bedrock of rural prosperity, now accounts for a staggering 13% share of global cattle milk output (f24% of total milk output). For industry professionals, this isn’t just a milestone—it’s a signal that India is gearing up to transform from a domestic leader into a serious global dairy export contender. The dairy…