The dairy industry’s supply and demand outlook
We are setting up for an interesting and potentially volatile dairy market in 2025. We have the normal supply and demand drivers to contend with plus the unknowns around government policy, animal disease, a record amount of new cheese processing capacity coming online and changes to the Federal Milk Marketing Order pricing formulas. It’s always…
Cheap imitation paneer floods market, dairy industry seeks action
Dairy industry raises concerns over widespread sale of analogue paneer, imitation product made with vegetable oil, milk powder, maize flour, and refined flour instead of pure milk PUNE The dairy industry has raised concerns over the widespread sale of analogue paneer — an imitation product made with vegetable oil, milk powder, maize flour, and refined…
Undocumented workers support America’s dairy industry
President Trump spent much of his campaign vowing “mass deportations” of undocumented immigrants, and the first weeks of his term have been marked by public displays of immigration enforcement. It could pose a blow to multiple parts of the country’s food supply chain, including the dairy industry, where more than half of the national workforce…
The role of research in dairy industry decarbonisation
With concerns over greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, nutrient management, water usage, and land use, the industry faces mounting pressure to improve its environmental footprint. At the core of these sustainability challenges is animal health, which has a profound impact on dairy production efficiency, economic viability, and environmental sustainability. A recent study published in the Journal of…
A Critical Lens on Dairy Budget Allocation: The Unseen Gaps
Over the past few years, the budget allocation for dairy has seen limited growth, with funds primarily directed toward livestock health and Rashtriya Gokul Mission. However, the critical areas of dairy infrastructure, feed & fodder, and farmer-centric incentives have been consistently underfunded. Last year, in the post-election 2024-25 budget, the absence of dairy from the…
Kolar district’s dairy Industry faces crisis in Karnataka
The dairy industry in Kolar has made headlines, but now it faces a significant crisis as the KMF (Karnataka Milk Federation) struggles to sell large quantities of milk powder and butter. Currently, around 2,100 tons of milk powder and 800 tons of butter remain unsold, resulting in potential losses amounting to ₹80 crores. Farmers are…
Subdued growth in dairy due to lack of price increases
Heritage Foods Chief Executive Officer Srideep N Kesavan discusses the current state of the dairy industry in the country and how the company is faring. He notes that while the industry is doing well overall, growth has been subdued due to a lack of price increases. Kesavan also discusses Heritage Foods’ performance and strategies for…
Dairy Industry Faces Challenges But Shows Resilience
Dairy producers adapt to rising costs and consumer trends with innovative solutions and unwavering commitment. The global dairy industry is grappling with significant challenges as producers navigate fluctuated prices, changing consumer preferences, and the need for technological innovations. Amid rising feed costs and inflationary pressures, the industry shows resilience as demand for dairy continues to…
Government promotes dairy industry in Indonesia
Ministry of Agriculture is promoting stronger partnerships between industry and farmers to revive the national dairy sector through increasing production, quality, and sustainability of dairy farming businesses. “We encourage the milk processing industry or IPS to actively partner with cooperatives and local farmers. IPS must play a role in supporting the increase in the national…
Why China’s dairy industry slowing down
The China dairy industry is grappling with economic and demographic pressures, signaling a potential end to a decades-long growth boom, according to S&P Global Ratings’ “China’s Long Dairy Boom Starts to Fade” report. “Moderating growth in China’s dairy sector will compel rated firms to enter new categories and to expand offshore, pushing up leverage and adding volatility…