Qatar–Algeria Push $3.5B Dairy Project
Baladna and the Algerian government are advancing a massive US$3.5 billion integrated dairy project aimed at strengthening domestic milk production and reducing reliance on imports, marking one of the largest dairy investments in the region. The project is designed to develop a fully integrated value chain, including large-scale dairy farming, milk processing facilities, feed production,…
Israel Unveils 9-Step Dairy Efficiency Plan
Israel’s Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security has introduced a nine-step program to streamline the dairy industry and reduce milk prices for consumers, signaling a major structural reform in one of the world’s most regulated dairy markets. (Government of Israel) The plan focuses on improving efficiency across the value chain by promoting market competition, optimizing…
Cooperation Powers Kuwait’s Food Security Push
Kuwait is strengthening its food security framework through coordinated efforts across government bodies, farmers, and cooperative institutions, with a strong focus on boosting local production and reducing import dependence. A recent report highlighted that unified action has enabled the country to maintain stable food supplies despite regional disruptions, particularly those affecting key trade routes like…
Amul Milk Train Reaches J&K First Time
In a historic first, a special freight train carrying dairy products from Amul has reached Jammu and Kashmir from Gujarat, marking a major milestone in strengthening dairy supply chains to the region. The train, operated by Indian Railways, comprised 20 BCN wagons loaded with approximately 1,000 tonnes of dairy products, including toned milk, milk powder,…
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,…
Milk Supply Stable Despite West Asia Tensions
India’s milk supply remains uninterrupted and prices of milk and dairy products have stayed stable despite ongoing geopolitical tensions in West Asia, the government has confirmed, underscoring the resilience of the domestic dairy ecosystem. The assurance comes amid concerns that global disruptions could impact food supply chains and pricing across essential commodities. Officials highlighted that…
India’s Protein Boom Raises Supply Chain Risks
India is witnessing a sharp surge in demand for protein-rich foods—including dairy, eggs, fish, and meat—driven by rising incomes and rapid urbanisation, positioning the sector for significant growth but also exposing deeper structural risks. The trend marks a pivotal phase for the country’s food system, where expanding consumption is creating new opportunities for food companies…
11,000 Litres Milk Dumped in Narmada Sparks Outrage
In a shocking incident that triggered widespread public outrage, around 11,000 litres of milk were reportedly dumped into the Narmada River, drawing sharp criticism on social media over food wastage and misuse of a vital resource. The act, which quickly went viral, was allegedly carried out as part of a religious ritual, but netizens questioned…