Organic Dairying Gains Attention in Ireland
Ireland is seeing growing interest in organic dairying as farmers explore production systems that offer lower environmental impact, potential lifestyle benefits, and access to expanding organic food markets. According to Teagasc, organic dairy farming is emerging as an alternative for producers seeking to reduce reliance on conventional inputs while meeting increasing consumer demand for sustainably…
Europe’s Largest Dairy Farm Expands Circular Growth
DN AGRAR Group, Romania’s leading integrated agrifood company and Europe’s largest milk producer, has unveiled an ambitious investment plan through 2030 aimed at doubling milk production while strengthening its circular agriculture model. Operating five large-scale farms with more than 18,000 cattle, over 10,000 hectares of farmland, and annual milk production exceeding 70 million litres, the…
Low vs Zero: Dairy Branding Battle Intensifies
A growing branding battle in India’s health-focused dairy and food market is highlighting the difference between “low sugar” and “zero sugar” claims, as established brands and emerging startups compete for consumers seeking healthier alternatives. The debate reflects a broader industry trend where reducing sugar has become a major product innovation driver across dairy, beverages, and…
Kaladi Cheese Gets Scientific Upgrade for Global Reach
Jammu & Kashmir’s GI-tagged traditional cheese, Kaladi, is undergoing a scientific transformation aimed at extending its shelf life, enhancing value addition, and expanding its reach beyond regional markets. Researchers at the CSIR-Central Food Technological Research Institute have successfully increased the refrigerated shelf life of Kaladi to 21 days without affecting its taste, texture, quality, or…
ILRI, Innoterra Launch Feed Innovation Partnership
The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) and Innoterra Limited have announced a strategic collaboration to develop and scale biotechnology-based livestock feed solutions that convert underutilized crop residues into high-quality animal feed. The initiative aims to improve livestock productivity, increase farmer incomes, and reduce agriculture’s environmental footprint by enhancing the nutritional value of crop residues that…
A2 Yogurts Face Growing Scrutiny in Europe
A2 milk yogurts are increasingly being marketed as a premium dairy product with claims of improved digestibility and potential health benefits, but experts are questioning whether the science fully supports the growing marketing narrative. The products are made from milk containing only the A2 variant of beta-casein protein, rather than the mixture of A1 and…
NDRI Scholar Wins National Agri Hackathon Award
A research scholar from the ICAR-National Dairy Research Institute (NDRI), Karnal, has brought national recognition to the institute by winning top honours at the National Pune Agri Hackathon 2026, one of India’s largest agricultural innovation competitions. The award-winning innovation, named “ProtoFeeds,” secured first prize in the Renewable Energy and Agricultural Waste Management category. The project…
NRDC Transfers Mastitis Detection Technology to Industry
The National Research Development Corporation (NRDC) has signed a licensing agreement with Navshali Innovations Private Limited for the transfer and commercialization of an indigenous Milk Mastitis Detection System developed by the CSIR-Central Electronics Engineering Research Institute (CSIR-CEERI), Pilani. The agreement was formally exchanged in Pilani, Rajasthan, marking an important step toward accelerating the adoption of…
NZ Launches $45.85M Responsible Dairy Programme
New Zealand’s dairy sector has received a major boost with the launch of the Responsible Dairy Programme, a seven-year co-investment initiative led by DairyNZ aimed at improving productivity, sustainability and long-term competitiveness. Announced in June 2026, the programme is backed by NZ$45.85 million in funding, including NZ$18.34 million from the Ministry for Primary Industries’ Primary…
Dairy Cows Could Revolutionize Insulin Production
A groundbreaking biotechnology innovation could transform the future of insulin manufacturing, with researchers exploring the use of genetically engineered dairy cows to produce human insulin directly in milk. Scientists believe the approach could offer a scalable and potentially more affordable alternative to conventional insulin production methods, which currently rely on genetically modified bacteria or yeast…