Dairy Beverage Sales Jump Over 50% in Heatwave
China’s dairy beverage market is witnessing a sharp summer surge, with sales of chilled dairy drinks increasing by more than 50% as intense heat drives demand for refreshing beverages. According to market data cited by Whalesbook, products such as lassi, yogurt drinks, probiotic beverages and flavored milk have seen particularly strong growth, with convenience stores,…
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…
Belarus Dairy Exports Surge 50% on Commodity Exchange
Belarus significantly expanded its dairy exports through the Belarusian Universal Commodity Exchange (BUCE) during the first half of 2026, with sales increasing 1.5 times year-on-year to reach more than BYN 274 million (approximately US$93 million). Dairy products accounted for over 40% of the total value of agricultural exports traded on the exchange during the period,…
MP to Offer Subsidised Cows to Ladli Behna Women
The Madhya Pradesh Government is set to launch a new scheme to provide cows at subsidised rates to beneficiaries of its flagship Mukhyamantri Ladli Behna Yojana, aiming to boost milk production while strengthening women’s economic empowerment. Announcing the proposal, Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Animal Husbandry and Dairying Lakhan Patel said he has requested…
Whey Protein Boom Reshapes Global Dairy Industry
Whey protein, once considered a low-value byproduct of cheesemaking, has become one of the dairy industry’s most valuable commodities as the global “proteinmaxxing” trend fuels unprecedented demand. According to The Guardian, rising health consciousness, the growing popularity of GLP-1 weight-loss drugs such as Ozempic, and the widespread addition of protein to everyday foods have transformed…
Gyandhara Builds Dairy Growth on Farmer Trust
Gyandhara Industries Pvt. Ltd., led by Co-founder and Managing Director Ritu Agarwal, has emerged as one of North India’s fastest-growing cattle feed manufacturers by challenging the long-held belief that dairy farmers prioritize low prices over quality. Founded in 2017, the company has grown into a business with annual revenues exceeding ₹425 crore, a combined production…
Uthukuli Butter Moves Closer to GI Recognition
Uthukuli Vennai (Uthukuli Butter), one of Tamil Nadu’s most celebrated artisanal dairy products, is moving closer to securing Geographical Indication (GI) status, a step that would provide legal protection for its unique identity and traditional production methods. The application for GI registration was filed with the Government of India’s Geographical Indications Registry on 9 April…
Aavin Faces Quality Concerns in Milk Procurement
More than 60% of the milk procured by Aavin in 10 district unions during May 2026 failed to meet the cooperative’s minimum quality standards, raising concerns over milk quality and procurement practices in Tamil Nadu. According to Aavin’s official records, milk sourced from districts including Thanjavur, Mayiladuthurai, Vellore, Ranipet, Kanniyakumari, Villupuram and Virudhunagar did not…
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…
El Niño, Inflation Test Brazil’s Dairy Market
Brazil’s dairy industry is entering the second half of 2026 amid mounting pressure from El Niño, inflation and elevated imports, creating a challenging environment for both producers and processors, according to Rabobank. While profitability improved during the first half of the year, with net income per cow per day rising from R$23.30 in January to…