Alarming Rise in Paneer Adulteration Cases in Ahmedabad
In a worrying development for Gujarat’s dairy sector, food safety authorities in Ahmedabad have reported a significant increase in paneer adulteration cases. According to recent sampling and laboratory testing conducted by the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC), a disturbing 70% of paneer samples collected in the city have failed to meet quality and safety norms. Officials…
Milk Under Siege: Exposing the Truth Behind Dairy Myths
In recent years, a surge of misinformation targeting dairy products has emerged, often propagated by self-proclaimed health experts and even some qualified medical professionals through social media platforms. This paper aims to critically examine these claims, fact-check popular myths, and present scientifically validated insights into the nutritional value of dairy products. It also addresses the…
Milk, Lassi Spoil Prematurely in Pune’s Rising Heat
The intense heatwave sweeping across Pune and surrounding regions has started to take a toll on the city’s dairy supply chain, leading to premature spoilage of milk and dairy-based drinks like lassi and buttermilk. According to local traders and distributors, the soaring daytime temperatures, currently hovering above 40°C, are overwhelming cold chain capacities and impacting…
Food & Dairy Products See Double-Digit Growth in Q4: Bizom Report
India’s dairy products and packaged food categories recorded robust double-digit value growth in the March 2025 quarter, according to retail intelligence platform Bizom. The report highlights a 16.7% growth in packaged foods and 11.9% growth in dairy products compared to the same period last year, reflecting strong consumer demand recovery and positive market sentiment. Within…
Agreement signed between Sanchi and NDDB-Amit Shah attended
In a strategic step towards revitalizing Madhya Pradesh’s dairy sector, Sanchi Dugdh Sangh and the National Dairy Development Board (NDDB) have inked an important agreement aimed at bolstering cooperative dairy infrastructure and services. The pact was formalized in the presence of Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah during his visit to Bhopal. Addressing the…
India Steps Forward to Lead Global Livestock Decarbonisation Drive
India is positioning itself as a key global leader in livestock decarbonisation as it prepares for the upcoming Global Conference on Sustainable Livestock Transformation to be hosted by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) in Rome. The announcement follows the National Dairy Development Board (NDDB) and FAO’s collaborative efforts to address greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions…
PAN Data to Transform Dairy Cooperatives, GDP Metrics
In a significant development for India’s cooperative sector, Cooperation Secretary Gyanesh Kumar emphasized the vital role of PAN (Permanent Account Number) data collection from cooperative societies in ensuring accurate GDP estimation and policy formulation. Speaking at a government event, Kumar revealed that India’s vast network of over 8 lakh cooperative societies has long operated in…
Climate change and Fodder crisis in India dairying
India is the world’s largest producer of milk, contributing nearly 22% of global milk production. The dairy industry plays a vital role in rural livelihoods, food security, and the national economy. However, the sector is increasingly vulnerable to the adverse impacts of climate change, particularly through disruptions in fodder production. These challenges not only affect…
1 Litre Milk, Just For Rs 45,758 on Swiggy Instamart
In a bizarre and momentarily comical glitch, Swiggy Instamart listed standard milk packets—Amul Gold, Amul Taaza, and Mother Dairy varieties—at an eye-watering price of ₹45,758 per litre. Multiple SKUs, regardless of brand or fat content, were affected. A curious user added two packets to their cart, triggering a total bill of ₹91,516—humorously accompanied by a…
India Calls Out Western Double Standards in Dairy Trade
As global tariff tensions escalate, particularly around agriculture and dairy, India has strongly criticized what it sees as the West’s double standards in trade policy. A recent opinion piece in The Hindu Business Line argues that while Western economies demand liberalization and open access to Indian markets, they themselves continue to heavily subsidize their own…