Women Farmers Drive India’s Dairy Backbone
Women farmers are emerging as the invisible backbone of India’s agriculture and dairy ecosystem, contributing 60–75% of total agricultural labour while forming nearly 80% of marginal farmers, yet remaining significantly under-recognised in policy and ownership structures. Their role spans the entire value chain—from sowing and livestock management to post-harvest handling—while also contributing an estimated 3.5…
Swiss Court Bans ‘Milk’ Label for Oat Drinks
In a landmark ruling, Switzerland’s Federal Court has prohibited plant-based beverages from using the term “milk,” reinforcing strict food labelling laws that reserve the word exclusively for animal-derived products. The decision came after the court rejected an appeal by Danone Switzerland—by a 4–1 vote—over its oat-based drink marketed with the phrase “This is not milk,”…