Board of Dodla Dairy approves acquisition of HR Food Processing
At meeting held on 11 July 2025, the Board of Dodla Dairy at their meeting held today i.e. 11 July 2025 had approved acquisition of 100% issued and paid-up share capital of HR Food Processing (OSAM) (Target Company) in compliance with the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013, SEBI Regulations and other Statutory requirements may…
Goa Bets on Frieswal Breed to Revive Dairy Sector
The Goa government is actively promoting the Frieswal breed—a cross between Holstein Friesian and Sahiwal—to strengthen the state’s declining dairy sector. Known for its superior milk yield (~3,000–4,000 litres per lactation) and adaptability to Indian climates, Frieswal is being positioned as a key solution to address low milk productivity in Goa, where the average yield…
Pride of Cows Partners with Faye D’Souza to Promote Dairy
In a bold move to shift the national conversation around everyday dairy choices, Pride of Cows, India’s first single-origin milk brand, has strengthened its latest campaign, “What’s the Source of Your Milk?”, by partnering with the most trusted public voices, award-winning journalist Faye D’Souza, popular sports broadcaster Jatin Sapru and food and travel blogger Kamiya…
Gastroenterologist rates different milks on bloating
Milk is a widely consumed beverage that is essential to the diet of millions of people worldwide because it provides important macro and micronutrients. Moreover, in desi culture, the day in the majority of the households begins and ends with some form of milk. Gastroenterologist rates different kinds of milk —like cow milk, oat milk, soya…
CLFMA-Sri Lanka Meet Boosts Livestock Ties
The CLFMA of India and leading Sri Lankan institutions initiated formal dialogue to advance livestock health, feed innovation, and policy collaboration. Two days of interactive sessions and networking forged a roadmap for joint R&D, capacity‑building and sustainable trade cooperation. In a significant step towards strengthening regional cooperation in the livestock and poultry sectors, the CLFMA…
9,500 new Milk Producers Linked To Cooperative Dairy System
The Madhya Pradesh government is committed to ensure the economic progress of farmers and cattle-rearers by increasing milk production in the state, Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has said. Work is being done on a strategy to bring 50 per cent of state’s villages under the milk collection network, Yadav said during a review meet with…
India’s Dairy Sector Braces for Heatwave Impact
The article highlights how rising temperatures pose a growing threat to India’s dairy sector. Heat stress is reducing milk yields, especially in crossbred cows, and increasing cattle mortality. Smallholders, who make up the majority of India’s 80 million dairy farmers, are particularly vulnerable due to limited cooling infrastructure and fodder resilience. The piece calls for…
Rising Heat Threatens Global Milk Production Stability
Escalating global temperatures are putting milk supplies under growing strain, with dairy animals across continents suffering from heat stress. Research indicates a significant drop in both milk yield and fertility during extreme weather events, particularly in regions unprepared with climate-resilient systems. Traditional dairy operations are especially vulnerable due to outdated cooling infrastructure and lack of…
New Milk Federation to Unite 20L Indian milk Producers
A major move is underway to establish a new pan-India milk federation aimed at integrating nearly 20 lakh milk producers across the country. The proposed body seeks to provide a common platform for farmers to access better pricing, streamline procurement, and enhance market linkages. It will also focus on training, breed improvement, digitized milk testing,…
1 in 3 Dairy Co-ops in Gujarat Now Led by Women
Women now lead one-third of Gujarat’s dairy cooperatives, marking a major milestone in rural gender empowerment. Over 13 lakh women are actively involved in these societies—both as members and in leadership roles—thanks to sustained capacity-building programs and institutional support from bodies like NDDB and Amul. This transformation reflects a broader cultural shift in Gujarat’s dairy…