RTD Dairy Drinks Fuel Global Growth Trends
Ready-to-drink (RTD) beverages are emerging as one of the fastest-growing opportunities for the global dairy industry, driven by rising consumer demand for protein, convenience, gut health and premium nutrition products. According to DairyReporter, the global RTD beverage market is projected to approach nearly $1.5 trillion by the mid-2030s, representing around 67% growth from 2026 levels….
Amul Dairy Hikes Milk Procurement Rates
Amul Dairy has announced an increase in milk procurement prices for cooperative member milk producers effective June 1, 2026, citing rising input and operational costs in the dairy sector. The procurement price for buffalo milk has been increased by ₹10 per kg fat, taking the rate from ₹865 to ₹875 per kg fat. With the…
Philippines Targets 22.4% Jump in Milk Output
The Philippines’ National Dairy Authority (NDA) has expressed strong optimism that the country’s dairy production will increase by 22.4% in 2026, supported by expanded government funding, imported dairy cattle, and rising demand for locally produced milk. NDA Administrator Marcus Antonius Andaya said the country is targeting milk production of 53 million litres in 2026, up…
EU Milk Prices Drop as Global Supply Rises
Average milk prices across the European Union declined by 2.5% in March 2026 as rising global milk production continued to pressure dairy markets. According to European Dairy Farmers (EDF), average EU milk prices fell to €40.48 per 100 kg in March, down €1.02 from February and more than 19% lower compared to the same period…
New Tech Enhances Accuracy of Milk Safety Testing
Researchers and dairy technology experts are highlighting the growing role of advanced analytical technologies in improving milk safety, quality control and adulteration detection across the dairy industry. According to a report published by AZoM, modern testing methods such as spectroscopy, chromatography, biosensors and rapid microbial detection systems are helping dairy processors identify contaminants, adulterants and…
Milma Hikes Milk Prices by ₹4 Per Litre
Milma has announced a ₹4 per litre increase in milk prices across Kerala, with the revised rates set to take effect from June 1, 2026. The decision was approved during a meeting of the Board of Directors of the Kerala Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation (KCMMF), popularly known as Milma, amid rising production, procurement and distribution…
Amul Expands Beyond Dairy Into Protein Foods
Amul is preparing one of its biggest diversification moves yet as the dairy giant aggressively expands into frozen foods, protein nutrition and ready-to-eat categories to transform itself into a broader food and FMCG powerhouse. The strategy includes launching products ranging from frozen pizzas and protein shakes to high-protein snacks and convenience foods as Amul targets…
Global Whey Shortage Pushes Protein Prices Higher
A global supply crunch in whey protein is driving sharp price increases across protein-rich foods and nutritional products, creating fresh cost pressures for India’s dairy, health nutrition and food processing industries. Industry executives say whey prices have surged significantly over the past year due to tightening global supplies, rising demand for protein products and limited…
Saras Milk Prices Rise by ₹2/Litre in Jaipur
Consumers in Jaipur and Dausa will now pay more for Saras milk as Jaipur Zila Dugdh Utpadak Sahakari Sangh Ltd announced a ₹2 per litre increase in milk prices effective May 21, 2026. The price revision comes amid rising input costs, including cattle feed, transportation and packaging expenses. The hike follows recent milk price increases…
Nestlé Launches Young Dairy Leaders Programme
Nestlé has launched its first-ever Young Dairy Leaders Programme in the United Kingdom to support the next generation of dairy farmers and strengthen long-term sustainability across the dairy sector. The initiative has been introduced in partnership with First Milk and is designed to help young dairy professionals develop leadership, business and sustainability skills amid growing…