Punjab Cracks Down on Substandard Milk Products
The Punjab State and Chandigarh (UT) Human Rights Commission has taken suo motu notice of the growing concern over substandard milk and dairy products being sold in Ludhiana, escalating the issue into a major public health matter. The Commission acted after reports revealed that 211 samples of milk and dairy products collected over the past…
Akshayakalpa Builds India’s Organic Dairy Future
Akshayakalpa Organic is rapidly emerging as one of India’s most trusted organic dairy brands, leveraging a fully integrated “soil-to-table” ecosystem to capitalize on rising consumer demand for clean, traceable and chemical-free food products. According to a feature by Indian Retailer, the company has grown from nearly ₹100 crore in revenue three years ago to ₹395…
Cross-Bred Cows Drive Karnataka Milk Surge
Karnataka’s milk production has witnessed a massive rise over the past decade, with daily output increasing from 64.86 lakh kg in 2015-16 to nearly one crore kg now, driven largely by the growing population of high-yield cross-bred cows. Since 2001-02, milk procurement by the Karnataka Milk Federation (KMF) has surged by 382%, reflecting the state’s…
Jayen Mehta Takes Charge of SPCDF
Dr. Jayen Mehta, Managing Director of Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation (Amul), has been unanimously elected as Chairman of the newly formed Sardar Patel Cooperative Dairy Federation (SPCDF), marking a major step in expanding India’s cooperative dairy movement beyond Gujarat. Sangram Chaudhary, representing Banaskantha District Cooperative Milk Producers Union Limited, was elected Vice Chairman during…
Protein Demand Reshapes Global Dairy Markets
Global dairy markets are witnessing a major structural reset as soaring milk production collides with rapidly rising demand for protein-focused dairy ingredients, according to a new market analysis by CZ App. While global milk supply continues to expand across key exporting regions, the market is increasingly being repriced around protein value rather than traditional dairy…
Aarey & Mahanand Brands Set for Relaunch
Mumbai: Iconic dairy brands Aarey and Mahanand are set to be relaunched soon as part of a major push to strengthen the organised dairy sector, with National Dairy Development Board Chairman Meenesh Shah informing Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis during a high-level meeting. The initiative comes amid concerns that only 40% of milk in the state…
NMPF Backs Dairy PRIDE Act Push in US
The National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF) has strongly supported the reintroduction of the Dairy PRIDE Act, calling for stricter enforcement of labeling rules to prevent plant-based products from using dairy terms such as “milk,” “cheese,” and “yogurt.” (Oklahoma Farm Report) NMPF stated that the DAIRY PRIDE Act would direct the US Food and Drug Administration…
Maha FDA Cracks Down on Cheese Analogues
Maharashtra’s Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has intensified inspections across eateries and food outlets, cracking down on the use of cheese analogues being misrepresented as real dairy products, amid rising concerns over consumer deception and food quality. (EdairyNewsIN) The regulator has mandated that restaurants, caterers, hotels and fast-food vendors must clearly disclose the use of…
Indian Cheese Wins Global Recognition in Brazil
India’s dairy sector has marked a significant global milestone, with Indian cheese products winning multiple medals at the prestigious “Mundial do Queijo do Brasil 2026” held in São Paulo, drawing praise from Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Indian entries secured four awards at the international competition—including one Super Gold, two Gold and one Silver—highlighting the growing…
Milk Supply Stable Amid West Asia Crisis: Govt
India’s dairy supply chain has remained stable despite the ongoing West Asia crisis, with milk procurement, processing and distribution continuing uninterrupted across the country, according to a government briefing. The Department of Animal Husbandry & Dairying (DAHD), in coordination with multiple ministries, has ensured that milk prices remain stable, no supply disruptions have been reported,…