Animal Protein Drives Food Industry Growth
Animal protein is emerging as the “single biggest driver of change and opportunity” in the global food industry, according to insights from UK-based New Nutrition Business (NNB). Its founder, Julian Mellentin, highlighted that dairy in particular is strongly aligned with evolving consumer preferences, positioning it for significant long-term growth. The rising popularity of protein-rich products,…
IICMA Celebrates Ice Cream Day Nationwide
The Indian Ice Cream Manufacturers Association (IICMA) marked Ice Cream Day across India on March 27, encouraging consumers to celebrate the country’s growing love for ice cream as a year-round indulgence rather than just a seasonal treat. The association highlighted how ice cream today spans from street-side vendors to premium parlours, uniting consumers across demographics…
Akshayakalpa Revenue Jumps 52%, Expands Reach
Premium organic dairy brand Akshayakalpa is accelerating its growth trajectory with revenues expected to reach ₹600 crore in FY26, marking a 52% increase from ₹395 crore in FY25, as it expands into new markets and strengthens its presence beyond its core southern regions. The company is entering newer geographies, including western markets such as Maharashtra,…
Sustaining Assam’s Dairy Growth Needs Policy Push
Rising demand for milk and dairy products is driving significant growth in Assam’s dairy sector, mirroring national trends and creating new livelihood opportunities in rural areas, but sustainability challenges remain a major concern. According to an editorial analysis, key bottlenecks include inadequate veterinary services, shortage of affordable feed and fodder, and weak market linkages, all…
UP Dairy Exports Rise Over 10% to ₹489 Cr
Uttar Pradesh has recorded a strong growth in exports of dairy and animal husbandry products, with figures rising by 10.16% between April 2024 and November 2025 compared to the same period a year earlier. According to official data, export earnings increased from ₹444.10 crore (April 2023–November 2024) to ₹489.24 crore (April 2024–November 2025), marking a…
Britannia Bets Big on Dairy and Croissants
Food major Britannia Industries is accelerating its diversification strategy beyond biscuits by expanding into high-growth segments such as dairy, croissants, cakes, wafers and rusk, as it aims to become a broader foods company. These “adjacent categories” currently contribute about 25% of the company’s total revenue, but the management is targeting around 50% share in the…
Can Indian Dairy Grow Without More Milk?
India’s dairy sector is facing a critical question—whether the industry can continue expanding without significantly increasing milk production volumes. India is already the world’s largest milk producer, with output rising from 146.31 million tonnes in 2014-15 to about 239.30 million tonnes in 2023-24, reflecting strong growth over the past decade. However, experts argue that future…
Dairy Industry Enters a Strong Growth Phase
The global dairy sector is entering one of its most promising phases, driven by strong consumer demand, nutritional recognition, and innovation in dairy products. Recent discussions highlighted that dairy continues to play a central role in nutrition recommendations, with dietary guidelines encouraging consumers to include three servings of dairy per day as part of a…