Truth Behind “Return of Dairy Cargo” — No Ban, But Disruption is Real
There is no confirmed advisory, restriction, or rejection of Indian dairy consignments such as butter or SMP by any Middle East country or Government authority. The narrative that “cargo is being sent back” is not backed by policy or regulatory evidence. However, dismissing the situation entirely would be equally incorrect. What is unfolding is not…
Hormuz Disruption Threatens Dairy Supply Chain
Escalating geopolitical tensions around the Strait of Hormuz are creating new risks for the global dairy sector by disrupting key inputs such as energy, fertilisers and shipping routes. The strait carries nearly 30% of global oil shipments and about 20% of liquefied natural gas (LNG), making it vital for energy-intensive industries like dairy processing that…