India Holds Firm on Dairy in US Trade Talks
In response to the U.S. hike of tariffs on Indian exports to 50%, New Delhi is firmly reiterating its protection of sensitive sectors, particularly agriculture and dairy, which remain non-negotiable. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has vowed to protect rural livelihoods even at significant political cost, standing strong against pressure to open the dairy sector…
Dairy Processing centres and development in Bihar
Department of Animal Husbandry & Dairying (DAHD), Government of India is implementing the National Programme for Dairy Development (NPDD) scheme across the country to complement and supplement the efforts for milk processing infrastructure made by the State Government. NPDD scheme is being implemented with following 2 components: Component ”A” of NPDD focuses on creating/strengthening of infrastructure for quality…
Dairy, GM Foods Remain Red Lines in India-US Trade Talks
India has reaffirmed its firm stance on dairy and genetically modified (GM) foods as non-negotiable sectors in the ongoing bilateral trade negotiations with the United States. Despite renewed momentum to finalize a “foundational” trade pact ahead of elections in both countries, New Delhi has made it clear that any concessions allowing U.S. dairy imports or…
Dairy, Apples & Cheese Out Of UK FTA To Protect Farmers
India and the United Kingdom, in their Free Trade Agreement (FTA) finalised on Thursday, chose to exclude certain agricultural goods from tariff concessions—most notably dairy products, apples, and cheese. The decision reflects India’s ongoing strategy to protect its smallholder farmers by shielding them from increased competition. Of the roughly 10 per cent of tariff lines…
UK Fast-Food Chains Unite for Dairy Carbon Cut Tool
A collective of major UK fast-food companies has launched a standardized carbon reduction tool aimed at slashing emissions across dairy supply chains. Developed as an industry-first initiative, the tool provides a consistent methodology for measuring, reporting, and reducing greenhouse gas emissions (GHGs) from dairy suppliers—ranging from farms to processors. This initiative responds to growing pressure…
Whey’s Rise: Dairy’s New Trade Power
The global dairy industry is undergoing a transformation driven by booming demand for whey protein, turning a once-overlooked byproduct of cheese-making into a high-value commodity. Whey’s explosive growth stems from its widespread use in fitness supplements, sports nutrition, and emerging weight-loss markets—particularly among users of GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and fitness-conscious consumers. This protein surge…
Global demand for dairy to rise but nutrition gaps remain
Global demand for meat, dairy and fish is projected to climb steadily over the next decade, driven by rising incomes and urbanisation in middle-income countries. However, persistent nutritional gaps and mounting environmental pressures reveal a complex path ahead, according to a new study by the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and the Organisation for…
India-US set to ink mini trade deal soon
India and the United States have ‘almost’ finalised a mini trade deal after weeks of hectic and hard-fought negotiations, even as both sides continue to work on the larger free trade agreement that will be finalised later this year, ThePrint has learnt. Government sources told ThePrint that the mini trade deal will be announced soon…
Accelerating Dairy Transformation in Madhya Pradesh
A Report on the National Seminar at Vikram University, 4-5 July 2025, Ujjain, MP under the aegis of IDA (WZ) A Defining Moment for Dairy in Madhya Pradesh Madhya Pradesh’s dairy sector stands at the cusp of transformation. With robust livestock resources, a strong cooperative backbone, and government intent aligning with institutional expertise, the stage…
India–Australia CECA Talks Stall Over Dairy & Wine Tariffs
Negotiations for the Comprehensive Economic Cooperation Agreement (CECA) between India and Australia have reached an impasse due to deep disagreement over dairy and wine tariffs. Australia is pushing for accelerated tariff cuts on premium wines and expanded market access for dairy products—especially cheese, high-protein whey, and lactose—currently facing import duties of 20–30% in India. Under…