Aavin Cuts Milk Supply by 3 Lakh Litres Daily
State-run dairy cooperative Aavin has reduced its daily milk supply by approximately 3 lakh litres, triggering shortages across parts of Tamil Nadu and forcing many consumers to shift to private dairy brands. According to the report, the supply of Aavin’s popular Green Magic standardized milk has been curtailed due to a seasonal decline in milk…
Goa Unveils Scheme to Boost Dairy Coop Infrastructure
The Goa government has launched a new scheme to strengthen infrastructure in the cooperative dairy sector, aiming to modernize milk procurement, processing and value addition across the state. Under the initiative, registered cooperative dairy societies will receive financial assistance of up to 75% of the project cost, subject to a maximum grant of ₹50 lakh,…
NDDB Reviews Vision for India’s Dairy Growth
The National Dairy Development Board (NDDB) convened a high-level review meeting on 25 June 2026, bringing together Chairpersons and Managing Directors of Milk Unions and State Cooperative Dairy Federations from across the country to shape the future roadmap for India’s dairy sector. The deliberations focused on strengthening the cooperative dairy ecosystem through enhanced milk procurement,…
Congress Alleges ₹1,000 Crore Irregularities in Sumul Polls
The upcoming elections of Surat-based Sumul Dairy have sparked a political controversy after Congress leaders alleged irregularities worth nearly ₹1,000 crore linked to the functioning and election process of the dairy cooperative. According to reports, Congress has accused the BJP of exerting political influence over the cooperative’s electoral process and raised concerns regarding financial decisions,…
NDDB, NCDFI Reaffirm Dairy Supply to Defence
The National Dairy Development Board (NDDB) and the National Cooperative Dairy Federation of India (NCDFI) have reaffirmed their commitment to ensuring uninterrupted supply of milk and dairy products to India’s defence forces, strengthening a long-standing partnership that supports the nutritional requirements of military personnel across the country. The renewed arrangement continues NCDFI’s role in coordinating…
Jaipur Dairy Invests ₹133 Cr to Expand Capacity
Jaipur Dairy is undertaking a major modernization and expansion programme worth ₹133 crore aimed at strengthening milk processing capacity, improving operational efficiency, and supporting future growth in milk procurement across Rajasthan. According to officials, the investment includes the installation of advanced processing equipment, modernization of existing facilities, and expansion of milk handling infrastructure to meet…
India’s Milk Output Seen Rising 6% in FY27
India’s milk production is projected to grow by 6% to around 263 million tonnes in FY27, despite concerns over an emerging El Niño and forecasts of a sub-normal monsoon, according to dairy industry experts. The country’s annual milk production reached 248 million tonnes in FY26, and the expected growth is being driven by an expanding…
Himachal’s White Revolution Gains Momentum
Himachal Pradesh is witnessing a significant dairy sector transformation, with milk procurement through cooperative societies surging nearly fourfold as the state’s “New White Revolution” gathers pace. The growth has been driven by higher milk procurement prices, expanded cooperative networks and government efforts to strengthen dairy infrastructure, making dairy farming an increasingly attractive source of rural…
NCDFI, Assam Rifles Sign Dairy Supply Pact
The National Cooperative Dairy Federation of India (NCDFI) and Assam Rifles have signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) in New Delhi to strengthen the supply of milk and milk products through India’s dairy cooperative network, expanding market opportunities for dairy farmers while ensuring reliable supplies to one of the country’s premier paramilitary forces. The agreement…
COMFED Expands Dairy Cooperative Network in Bihar
Bihar’s dairy sector is set for another major grassroots expansion as the Bihar State Milk Co-operative Federation (COMFED) intensifies efforts to strengthen Dairy Cooperative Societies (DCS) across the state under the government’s Saat Nischay–3 programme. A high-level review meeting recently assessed milk procurement growth and the expansion of village-level dairy cooperatives aimed at improving farmer…