MP Govt to Ensure Fair Milk Price for Farmers
The Madhya Pradesh government has announced that it will procure milk directly from farmers to ensure they receive a fair price, as part of a broader push to strengthen the state’s dairy sector and farmer incomes. The initiative, highlighted by Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav, focuses on securing remunerative returns for livestock farmers while expanding…
Magnum Bets Big on India’s Ice Cream Boom
The Magnum Ice Cream Company is significantly expanding its India footprint, announcing plans to increase its manufacturing base from one factory to four by setting up three new plants to tap into the country’s fast-growing ice cream market. The move comes despite current profitability pressures, as the company prioritizes long-term growth driven by surging consumer…
Nichrome Sees Surge in ESL & Aseptic Packaging
Nichrome is witnessing a strong shift in dairy packaging trends, with its market research indicating that Extended Shelf Life (ESL) and aseptic milk formats are expected to gain significant traction over the next 3–5 years, driven by rising demand for value-added dairy products and evolving consumer preferences. The company highlighted that India’s position as the…
Ambedkar Kamdhenu Yojana Boosts Dairy Jobs
The Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar Kamdhenu Yojana (DBAKY), listed on the Government of India’s MyScheme portal, is designed to generate self-employment opportunities in the dairy sector, particularly for unemployed youth, while simultaneously increasing milk production and strengthening the economic condition of beneficiaries. The scheme focuses on promoting dairy entrepreneurship by enabling individuals to establish and expand…
India scales up Pure Gir embryo transfer programme
India has successfully implemented its first large-scale Pure Gir embryo transfer programme, marking a major advancement in indigenous cattle genetics and dairy productivity. The initiative, led by Leads Genetics, completed its first phase in December 2025, during which in-vitro fertilisation (IVF) was successfully carried out in 116 cows, demonstrating the scalability of advanced breeding technologies…