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…
Functional dairy rises amid global food volatility
Functional dairy is emerging as a key growth driver in the global food and beverage sector, supported by rapid technology-led innovation that is repositioning the category within the broader functional foods space. According to FoodNavigator Asia’s latest Trend Tracker, rising consumer awareness and demand for better value-for-money products have fueled the meteoric growth of functional…
Value-Added Dairy Gains Momentum in Urban India
India’s urban dairy consumption is undergoing a major shift from traditional liquid milk to value-added dairy products, driven by changing lifestyles, rising incomes and increasing health awareness among consumers. Products such as flavoured milk, yogurt, cheese, paneer, probiotic drinks and fortified dairy beverages are witnessing strong demand, particularly among younger and working populations seeking convenience…
Lactalis Drives High-Protein Dairy Innovation
Lactalis Ingredients is accelerating innovation in high-protein dairy solutions, showcasing advanced whey and casein-based ingredients designed for functional nutrition applications at Food Ingredients China (March 17–19, 2026, Shanghai). The company highlighted a portfolio of high-performance dairy proteins—including Laktein WPC80 for protein enrichment, Pronativ native whey proteins for sports nutrition, rennet casein for cheese analogs and…
SIG Bets on Value-Added Dairy Growth in India
Global packaging solutions provider SIG is strengthening its focus on India’s dairy sector by driving innovation in value-added products and expanding its local manufacturing footprint, as highlighted by Vandana Tandan, Head of Markets – India & Bangladesh, at the 52nd Dairy Industry Conference & Exhibition (DIC) 2026. The company, which entered India in 2018, has…
Can Indian Dairy Grow Without More Milk?
India’s dairy sector is facing a critical question—whether the industry can continue expanding without significantly increasing milk production volumes. India is already the world’s largest milk producer, with output rising from 146.31 million tonnes in 2014-15 to about 239.30 million tonnes in 2023-24, reflecting strong growth over the past decade. However, experts argue that future…
FrieslandCampina Sets Strategic Priorities for 2026
Dutch dairy cooperative FrieslandCampina has outlined key strategic priorities for 2026 as it looks to strengthen resilience, expand its market reach and focus on higher-value dairy segments after a challenging 2025 marked by global milk oversupply and price pressures. In FY2025, the company reported revenue of €13.4 billion, operating profit of €507 million, and net…
Livestock Technology Showcased at Karnal Dairy Mela
A three-day National Dairy Mela and Agricultural Expo-2026 began at the ICAR–National Dairy Research Institute (NDRI) in Karnal, highlighting modern livestock technologies and innovations for dairy farmers. The event was inaugurated by Raghavendra Bhatta, Deputy Director General (Animal Sciences) at Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR). NDRI Director Dheer Singh said the mela provides a…
Dairy Industry Enters a Strong Growth Phase
The global dairy sector is entering one of its most promising phases, driven by strong consumer demand, nutritional recognition, and innovation in dairy products. Recent discussions highlighted that dairy continues to play a central role in nutrition recommendations, with dietary guidelines encouraging consumers to include three servings of dairy per day as part of a…
Kefir Faces Identity Crisis in Global Market
Kefir, often called the “champagne of dairy” for its naturally fizzy character, may be losing its distinctive identity as it expands globally as a functional beverage. Traditionally consumed across Eastern Europe and Russia, authentic kefir made using kefir grains produces natural effervescence due to fermentation involving both bacteria and yeast. However, many commercially produced kefir…