Dairy Demand Surges in India’s Smaller Cities
India’s organised dairy industry is witnessing its next phase of growth in Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities, where consumption patterns are increasingly mirroring those of metro markets. Dairy companies report that order frequencies and spending levels in several categories are now matching, and in some cases exceeding, metro benchmarks, driven by rising incomes, rapid urbanisation and…
Amul to Invest ₹200 Crore in Bihar Dairy Plant
Amul Dairy, operated by the Kaira District Cooperative Milk Producers Union Ltd. (KDCMPUL), is set to establish a modern dairy processing and manufacturing facility in the Fatuha Industrial Area near Patna, marking a major boost for Bihar’s dairy and food processing sector. The project, approved by the Bihar Industrial Area Development Authority (BIADA), will involve…
GB Dairy Producer Numbers Continue to Decline
The number of dairy producers in Great Britain continues to fall as farmers face mounting economic and regulatory pressures, according to the latest analysis from the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB). AHDB estimates that there were 6,850 dairy producers in GB as of April 2026, down from 7,040 producers in April 2025 and 7,010…
Nepal Minister Calls for NDDB Restructuring
Nepal’s Minister for Agriculture, Forests and Environment, Gita Chaudhary, has called for a major restructuring of the National Dairy Development Board (NDDB), emphasizing the need to transform it into a more effective and results-oriented institution capable of driving growth across the country’s dairy sector. Assuming office as Chairperson of the Board on June 9, 2026,…
Fuel Surge Pressures Dairy, Poultry Supply Chains
Rising fuel prices linked to ongoing geopolitical tensions in West Asia are putting fresh pressure on India’s dairy and poultry sectors, with higher transportation costs driving up feed, logistics, and other input expenses across the value chain. Industry stakeholders warn that the increase in fuel costs is squeezing already-thin margins for farmers and producers, while…
Lassi, Milk Sharbat Cool Delhi Amid Heatwave
As Delhi battles intense summer temperatures, traditional dairy-based beverages such as kachi lassi and Rooh Afza milk sharbat are witnessing a surge in demand, with roadside shabeels across markets, highways, temple areas, and residential colonies serving thousands seeking relief from the heat. Organisers reported a sharp increase in footfall, particularly during afternoon hours, with delivery…
Nestlé India’s Dairy Segment Loses Revenue Share
Nestlé India’s milk products and nutrition business, once the company’s primary growth engine, has seen its contribution to overall revenue decline significantly as the FMCG giant shifts focus toward faster-growing categories. According to the company’s FY26 annual report, the milk products and nutrition segment accounted for 33.4% of turnover in FY26, down from 38.1% in…
Verka Pulls Ad After Public Backlash
Punjab’s leading dairy brand Verka has withdrawn a controversial social media advertisement for its mango lassi after facing widespread public criticism over a tagline that many consumers considered insensitive and inappropriate. The promotional reel, posted on Verka’s Instagram and Facebook pages, featured a young girl and carried the caption “How to kidnap me?”, a marketing…
Ice Cream Trends Shape U.S. Dairy Demand
The U.S. dairy sector is entering the peak summer season with ice cream demand, consumer sentiment, and June Dairy Month celebrations emerging as key market drivers, according to the International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA). The association highlighted the strong economic and cultural role of dairy in the United States, noting that the industry supports nearly…
Toxic Milk Additives Raise Public Health Concerns
Fresh investigations in Nepal have raised serious concerns about milk adulteration and food safety after authorities uncovered the use of harmful additives and counterfeit ingredients in milk supplied to consumers. Recent inspections by the Department of Food Technology and Quality Control (DFTQC) found instances of artificial milk production, chemical adulteration and widespread quality violations across…