Maharashtra Fake Milk Racket Sparks Food Safety Alarm
Maharashtra’s recent crackdown on a large-scale synthetic milk racket has highlighted how adulterated milk can be manufactured using detergent powder, palm oil, shampoo, low-grade milk powder and chemical additives to closely resemble genuine milk in appearance and fat content, raising serious public health concerns. According to the Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA), investigators suspect…
MCD, NDDB Join Hands for Delhi Bio-CNG Plants
The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) and the National Dairy Development Board (NDDB) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish Compressed Bio-Gas (CBG) plants that will scientifically process cattle dung from dairies and gaushalas across the national capital, marking a major step towards sustainable dairy waste management and Yamuna rejuvenation. The agreement was…
India Targets FMD-Free Status to Unlock EU Dairy Market
India is accelerating its efforts to achieve Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD)-free status in nine states within the next two years, a strategic move aimed at unlocking access to the high-value European dairy market and strengthening the country’s global dairy export potential. The initiative is part of the government’s broader goal of making India FMD-free by 2030,…
Bengaluru Trusts Branded Ghee, Questions Purity
A recent LocalCircles survey reveals that while Bengaluru consumers overwhelmingly prefer branded and packaged ghee, concerns over product purity remain high amid growing awareness of food adulteration. The survey found that 89% of urban households purchase branded or packaged ghee, 22% prepare ghee at home, and 10% still buy loose or unbranded ghee from local…
Whey Protein Prices Nearly Triple Amid Global Demand Surge
Global whey protein prices have surged to record levels as demand for high-protein foods continues to outpace supply, creating significant challenges for food manufacturers and opening new opportunities for dairy processors. According to Ingredients Network, citing recent market reports, the price of Whey Protein Concentrate 80 (WPC80) in the United States has climbed to more…
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…
India–New Zealand FTA to Boost Dairy Through Agri-Tech
India’s Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with New Zealand is expected to strengthen the Indian dairy sector through agricultural technology collaboration rather than increased dairy imports, according to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA). The announcement follows the signing of the landmark FTA by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon, who…
Banas Dairy to Set Up Bio-CNG Plant in Dhanpur
Banas Dairy has announced plans to establish a Bio-CNG plant in Dhanpur, Gujarat, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable dairy farming and the circular economy. The project will convert organic waste, primarily cattle dung, into compressed biogas (Bio-CNG), while also producing organic manure as a valuable by-product. The initiative is designed to improve waste management, generate…
Tripura Attracts ₹5,000 Crore in Dairy & Fisheries Investment
Tripura has secured 37 Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) worth approximately ₹4,938.75 crore across the dairy, livestock, poultry and fisheries sectors during the Destination Tripura Business Conclave 2026, held in Agartala on July 9–10. The investment proposals, signed by the Animal Resources Development (ARD) Department and the Fisheries Department, are expected to significantly transform the state’s…
Land O’Lakes Expands Dairy Protein Production
Land O’Lakes Inc. has announced a strategic investment to expand high-value dairy protein production at its Tulare, California processing facility, strengthening its position in the fast-growing global market for protein-rich nutrition. The expansion will enable the production of ultra-filtered milk, allowing the farmer-owned cooperative to generate greater value from member milk, create new growth opportunities…