Karnataka is set to increase milk prices following mounting pressure from farmers due to rising production costs, according to Animal Husbandry Minister K. Venkatesh.
The minister acknowledged that input costs are increasing daily, making farmers’ demand for higher milk prices justified, while the government aims to balance both farmer welfare and consumer affordability.
Farmers have reportedly demanded a price hike of up to ₹10 per litre, although the government has not yet finalised the exact quantum or timing of the increase.
The decision will be taken after consultations with the Chief Minister, indicating a calibrated approach to price revision.
The Karnataka Milk Federation (KMF), which markets milk under the popular Nandini brand, has also indicated the likelihood of a price increase, reflecting broader sectoral stress due to rising feed, labour, and operational costs.
The proposed hike underscores a recurring challenge in the dairy sector—ensuring fair farmer remuneration amid rising costs while maintaining consumer price stability, a balance that continues to shape milk pricing policies across states.
Source: Dairynews7x7 14 April, 2026 Read full story here
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