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…
Punjab Launches ₹135 Cr Dairy Expansion in Majha
In a significant move to bolster Punjab’s dairy sector, Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has unveiled a ₹135 crore expansion project for the Milkfed plant in Amritsar’s Majha region. The initiative aims to enhance the production of sterilized flavored milk and introduce new fermented dairy products such as lassi, curd, and rabri. This expansion is projected…
MP Cabinet approves new cow-shelter policy
A cabinet meeting headed by CM Mohan Yadav on Tuesday was mainly attributed to a new policy on cow shelters and milk production. On April 13, a state-level Gopal Sammelan (conference of cooperative milk producers) will be held in Bhopal in the presence of Union home minister Amit Shah. It is expected that an MoU…
Bengaluru Haveri Milk Union hikes milk procuring price
In response to the growing discontent among milk producers, the Haveri District Milk Producers Union (Havemul) has decided to increase the price of milk. The union has announced a hike of ₹2.50 per litre. It will now pay ₹33 for cow’s milk and ₹45.50 for buffalo’s milk, increasing from the previous prices of ₹30.50 and…
Business Prospects of Bovine IVF and Dairy Genetics in India
The dairy industry has long been a pillar of rural economies throughout India’s enormous and varied agricultural environment. With over 300 million cows and buffaloes nationwide, dairy farming is an important sector that supports millions of farmers. However, issues with milk yield, genetic quality, disease control, and herd management techniques have historically hampered the sector’s…
Cooperative university to power dairy sector-Meenesh Shah
In a historic move set to redefine the future of India’s cooperative landscape, the Government of India has announced the establishment of Tribhuvan Sahkari University (TSU) — the country’s first dedicated university for cooperative education The Government’s belief in the power of cooperatives in rural development and nation-building has led to pathbreaking initiatives under the…