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…
AI Misinformation Challenges Dairy Industry
The dairy industry is facing a growing battle against misinformation as artificial intelligence accelerates the spread of misleading content about dairy products and farming practices, according to National Dairy Council (NDC) Ireland Chief Executive Zoe Kavanagh. Speaking at the launch of the NDC’s annual report, Kavanagh warned that AI-generated content is making it increasingly difficult…
Vinamilk Wins Five Global Dairy Innovation Awards
Vietnam’s leading dairy company, Vinamilk, has emerged as Southeast Asia’s only award-winning dairy brand at the 2026 World Dairy Innovation Awards, securing five awards from 17 finalist nominations across 11 categories during the Global Dairy Congress in Barcelona, Spain. The company won Best Children’s Dairy Product for Optimum A2 Pro+, Best Life-Stage Innovation for Sure…
Yili Showcases Functional Dairy Innovation at GDC
Chinese dairy leader Yili Group highlighted its latest advances in functional dairy products and precision nutrition at the 19th Global Dairy Congress held in Barcelona, Spain, from 17–18 June 2026. During the Industry Leadership session, Dr. Ignatius Szeto, Vice President of Yili Group, delivered a keynote titled “Creating High Value Functional Product Opportunities,” emphasizing that…
US Opens H-2A Visa Route for Dairy Farms
The Trump administration has opened a new pathway for U.S. dairy farms to hire foreign workers by expanding access to the H-2A agricultural visa programme, addressing the industry’s long-standing labour shortage. The policy allows eligible dairy operations to use the existing H-2A temporary agricultural worker programme under revised guidance, providing greater flexibility for farms that…
Weak Monsoon May Push Up Milk Prices
A weak 2026 southwest monsoon is emerging as a potential inflation risk for India’s dairy sector, with industry experts warning that lower rainfall could reduce fodder availability, raise feed costs and eventually push up milk prices. According to The Economic Times, the dairy industry is already witnessing selective milk price increases, while concerns are mounting…