Ladakh Strengthens Dairy Mission Through Farmer Training
The Department of Animal Husbandry, Ladakh, in collaboration with Ladakh Oma (Ladakh Milk Federation), organised an orientation programme on July 18, 2026, to accelerate dairy development and strengthen rural livelihoods through closer coordination between the government and dairy cooperatives. Chaired by Secretary, Animal Husbandry, Rudra Gaud P.T., IAS, the programme brought together departmental officers, technical…
Fiji Moves to Independent Farmgate Milk Pricing
The Fijian Competition and Consumer Commission (FCCC) will independently determine the country’s farmgate milk price, marking a significant step toward greater transparency and fair returns for dairy farmers. The announcement was made by Fiji Cooperative Dairy Company Limited (FCDCL) Chief Executive Officer Vimal Chand following calls from dairy farmers to increase the raw milk price…
Assam’s ₹5/Litre Subsidy Drives Dairy Growth
Assam’s ₹5-per-litre milk production subsidy is delivering strong results, with the state’s dairy sector witnessing a 54.65% increase in milk procurement and a 36.77% rise in membership of dairy cooperative societies, according to Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma. Sharing the latest figures on July 17, 2026, the Chief Minister stated that the direct incentive…
Assam Targets 400 Dairy Co-ops by September
The Assam Government has set an ambitious target to establish and integrate 400 Dairy Cooperative Societies (DCSs) across the state by September 30, 2026, under the Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment (SASCI) Guidelines 2026–27, as part of its strategy to strengthen the dairy sector and increase organised milk procurement. Following directions from Chief…
Congress Recalls NZ’s Historic Role in India’s Dairy Growth
As Prime Minister Narendra Modi elevated India–New Zealand relations to a Strategic Partnership during his historic visit to New Zealand, the Congress highlighted the pivotal role played by former New Zealand Prime Minister David Lange in reviving bilateral ties during the 1980s. Congress General Secretary Jairam Ramesh recalled that Lange, who served as Prime Minister…
UP’s Dairy Reforms Drive Record Milk Production
Uttar Pradesh has strengthened its position as India’s leading milk-producing state through strategic policy reforms and sustained investment in the dairy sector, increasing milk production from 277 lakh tonnes in 2016–17 to around 388 lakh tonnes in 2024–25. The state now contributes approximately 16% of India’s total milk production, reinforcing its leadership in the country’s…
Assam Targets 10 Lakh Litres of Daily Milk Output
Assam has set an ambitious target of producing 10 lakh litres of milk per day as part of a major push to strengthen the state’s dairy sector, enhance rural livelihoods and reduce dependence on milk imports from other states. Announcing the initiative, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said the government is expanding support for dairy…
Tripura Becomes Northeast’s No. 2 Milk Producer
Tripura has emerged as the second-largest milk producer in Northeast India, reflecting significant progress in dairy development, veterinary care and livestock services, according to Animal Resource Development and Fisheries Minister Sudhangshu Das. Speaking at a programme in Agartala, the minister said the state’s sustained investments in dairy infrastructure, animal healthcare and scientific livestock management have…
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,…
Tripura, NDDB Join Hands for Dairy Growth
Tripura has signed a tripartite Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the National Dairy Development Board (NDDB) and the Gomati Cooperative Milk Producers’ Union Limited (GCMPUL) to accelerate cooperative dairy development and support the national vision of White Revolution 2.0. The agreement was signed at the New Secretariat in Agartala in the presence of Chief Minister…