Yili Calls for New Global Dairy Ecosystem
China’s Yili Group, Asia’s largest dairy company, has called for the creation of a new global dairy ecosystem centred on innovation, digital intelligence and sustainability, urging greater international collaboration to shape the future of the dairy industry. Speaking at the World Dairy Conference, Yili Chairman and President Pan Gang said that “prosperity is not a…
US Dairy Rides Protein Craze to New Growth
The US dairy industry is witnessing strong growth as surging consumer demand for protein transforms whey from a low-value byproduct into one of the sector’s most profitable products. The trend, driven by health-conscious consumers, fitness enthusiasts and the widespread use of GLP-1 weight-loss medications, has significantly increased demand for whey protein, creating new revenue opportunities…
CUTN Develops Low-Cost Rapid Ghee Purity Test
Researchers at the Central University of Tamil Nadu (CUTN) have developed a rapid, low-cost analytical technique capable of detecting and quantifying multiple adulterants in cow ghee simultaneously, marking a significant breakthrough in dairy quality assurance and food fraud detection. Published in the journal Food Chemistry, the technique combines Angular Sweep Total Fluorescence Spectroscopy (ASTFS) with…
Hohhot Earns ‘World Dairy Capital’ Title
China’s Hohhot, the capital of Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, has been officially awarded the title of “World Dairy Capital” by the International Union of Food Science and Technology (IUFoST) during the 2026 World Dairy Industry Conference. The recognition builds on the city’s earlier achievements as “Dairy Capital of China” (2005) and “World Capital of Dairy…
Sid’s Farm Raises ₹81 Crore to Accelerate Growth
Hyderabad-based premium dairy and food brand Sid’s Farm has raised over ₹81 crore in a Pre-Series B funding round led by Omnivore, NSFO, Dodla Dairy, Next Bharat Ventures and LIO, along with a consortium of other investors. The company will use the fresh capital to strengthen its supply chain, expand manufacturing and distribution capabilities, invest…
Synlait Reviews Strategy Amid Global Dairy Challenges
New Zealand-based Synlait Milk Ltd. is undertaking a strategic review to strengthen its financial position and improve profitability as it navigates a challenging global dairy market. The company is focusing on tighter capital discipline, reviewing its asset base and aligning production capacity with customer demand while prioritizing core manufacturing facilities capable of supporting higher-margin contracts…
Epigamia Expands Capacity Amid Dairy Demand Surge
Epigamia is ramping up its manufacturing capacity to capitalize on India’s rapidly growing value-added dairy market, with backing from investor Verlinvest and a renewed focus on scaling production rather than pursuing a sale. The company is expanding production across its manufacturing network to meet rising demand for products such as Greek yoghurt, curd, milkshakes and…
Godrej Jersey Targets ₹1,000 Crore Protein Growth
Godrej Jersey has unveiled an ambitious ₹1,000 crore growth vision centered on repositioning everyday dairy products as mainstream sources of protein and functional nutrition, reflecting the rapid shift in Indian consumer preferences toward health-focused foods. The leading private dairy player, with operations across Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka and Maharashtra, said milk, curd and…
Innovation Powers the Next Era of U.S. Dairy
As the United States marks 250 years of its agricultural heritage, the dairy industry is entering a new era driven by innovation, technology and data-led decision-making. According to Dairy Herd, modern dairy farms are combining advanced genetics, precision nutrition, automation, artificial intelligence, robotics and data analytics to improve productivity, animal welfare and sustainability while maintaining…
Cheese Snacks Drive Global Dairy Growth
The global cheese snacks market is emerging as one of the fastest-growing segments of the dairy industry, driven by rising demand for convenient, protein-rich and on-the-go foods, according to Spherical Insights. Consumers are increasingly seeking snacks that combine taste with nutrition, prompting manufacturers to expand portfolios with baked cheese crisps, cheese bites, puffs, sticks and…