Centre Boosts Mizoram Dairy Sector Growth
Union Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh has announced a series of major initiatives aimed at strengthening Mizoram’s dairy sector during the Regional Review Meeting for Northeastern States held in Aizawl. The programme focused on accelerating growth in fisheries, animal husbandry and dairying while improving rural livelihoods and cooperative development across the Northeast. During the event, the…
Milma Hikes Milk Prices by ₹4 Per Litre
Milma has announced a ₹4 per litre increase in milk prices across Kerala, with the revised rates set to take effect from June 1, 2026. The decision was approved during a meeting of the Board of Directors of the Kerala Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation (KCMMF), popularly known as Milma, amid rising production, procurement and distribution…
Amul Expands Beyond Dairy Into Protein Foods
Amul is preparing one of its biggest diversification moves yet as the dairy giant aggressively expands into frozen foods, protein nutrition and ready-to-eat categories to transform itself into a broader food and FMCG powerhouse. The strategy includes launching products ranging from frozen pizzas and protein shakes to high-protein snacks and convenience foods as Amul targets…
Global Whey Shortage Pushes Protein Prices Higher
A global supply crunch in whey protein is driving sharp price increases across protein-rich foods and nutritional products, creating fresh cost pressures for India’s dairy, health nutrition and food processing industries. Industry executives say whey prices have surged significantly over the past year due to tightening global supplies, rising demand for protein products and limited…
Nestlé Launches Young Dairy Leaders Programme
Nestlé has launched its first-ever Young Dairy Leaders Programme in the United Kingdom to support the next generation of dairy farmers and strengthen long-term sustainability across the dairy sector. The initiative has been introduced in partnership with First Milk and is designed to help young dairy professionals develop leadership, business and sustainability skills amid growing…
Dairy Farm Operator Held in Oxytocin Case
A dairy farm operator in Shamshabad, Telangana, has been arrested for allegedly selling restricted oxytocin injections illegally, raising fresh concerns over misuse of veterinary drugs in India’s dairy sector. According to police officials, the accused was caught during a raid conducted by the Special Operations Team (SOT) and local police following specific intelligence inputs regarding…
Vita Raises Milk Prices Across Haryana
Haryana dairy cooperative brand Vita has increased milk prices across multiple variants by ₹1 to ₹2 per litre, with the revised rates coming into effect from May 20, 2026. The price revision follows similar hikes recently announced by major dairy players including Amul, Mother Dairy and Gokul amid rising procurement and operational costs across India’s…
Punjab Heatwave Raises Cattle Health Concerns
Rising temperatures across Punjab are increasing health risks for dairy cattle, with veterinary experts warning farmers about a sharp rise in constipation and digestive disorders during the peak summer season. Specialists from Punjab Agricultural University’s Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) said cases of impaction and constipation become significantly more common during extreme heat conditions, particularly when…
Bengaluru to Host Indo-Dutch Dairy Centre
Bengaluru is set to become home to a new Indo-Dutch Centre of Excellence as India and the Netherlands deepen cooperation in the dairy and allied agriculture sectors. The initiative is aimed at strengthening collaboration in dairy technology, food processing, sustainable farming practices and livestock management between the two countries. According to reports, both countries agreed…
Doctor Warns Dairy May Trigger Gut Issues
An AIIMS-, Harvard- and Stanford-trained gastroenterologist has warned that even “healthy” dairy products may silently trigger bloating and digestive discomfort in many adults due to undiagnosed lactose intolerance and gut sensitivity. Dr. Saurabh Sethi explained that while dairy is not harmful for everyone, a large number of adults struggle to properly digest lactose — the…