JKDFA Raises Milk Price by ₹5 Per Litre
The Jammu and Kashmir Dairy Farmers Association (JKDFA) has announced a ₹5 per litre increase in milk prices across the Union Territory, citing a sharp rise in production costs and growing financial pressure on dairy farmers. With the revision, the retail price of cow milk has increased from ₹60 to ₹65 per litre, while buffalo…
India Leads Global Dairy Race in 2025
India has retained its position as the world’s largest milk-producing country in 2025, reinforcing its dominance in the global dairy sector. According to global dairy rankings, India produces more milk than any other nation, supported by its vast network of smallholder farmers, large bovine population and strong domestic demand. The country contributes roughly one-fourth of…
Gokul Dairy Polls Spark Political Battle in Maharashtra
Elections to Maharashtra’s largest cooperative dairy, the Kolhapur District Cooperative Milk Producers Union (Gokul Dairy), have emerged as a major political contest, with ruling alliance Mahayuti joining forces to challenge Congress leader Satej Patil in a battle for control of one of the state’s most influential cooperative institutions. Established on March 16, 1963, Gokul Dairy…
Sikkim Milk Reaches MG Marg
In a major boost to Sikkim’s cooperative dairy sector, the Sikkim Cooperative Milk Producers’ Union Ltd. has inaugurated its first-ever exclusive “Sikkim Milk” outlet at MG Marg in Gangtok, marking a key step in connecting rural dairy farmers directly with urban consumers. The outlet, located opposite Titanic Park, was inaugurated by Animal Husbandry Minister Puran…
From Trust Gap to Brand: V-Rich Story
Yogitha Jahnavi, founder of V-Rich Natural Products, built the brand out of a deeply personal need—her inability to find trustworthy, unadulterated milk during pregnancy, which led her to start a small milk delivery venture in Hyderabad that has since evolved into a fast-growing clean-label dairy and food brand. (Sugermint) The company positions itself around purity,…
CP Milk Eyes ₹3,000 Cr Valuation Deal
Lucknow-based CP Milk & Food Products is in early-stage discussions to sell a 10–15% stake to private equity investors, in a deal that could value the company at ₹2,500–3,000 crore, marking its first external fundraising round. The company is aiming to raise approximately ₹300–400 crore, which will be used to expand its geographical presence and product…
India Wins 4 Medals at Global Cheese Event
Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Indian cheesemakers for their outstanding performance at the Mundial do Queijo do Brasil 2026, where India made a remarkable debut by securing four medals—one Super Gold, two Golds, and one Silver. The prestigious global competition for cheese and dairy products, held in São Paulo, witnessed participation from over 30 countries…
CavinKare Enters Premium Ice Cream Market
FMCG major CavinKare has entered India’s fast-growing, multi-billion rupee ice cream segment with the launch of a premium range under its dairy brand Cavin’s, signaling a strategic push into value-added dairy categories. The company has rolled out the portfolio initially in Chennai, timed with peak summer demand, and plans a phased expansion across quick commerce,…
Desi Farms Revenue Jumps 8X to ₹300 Cr in FY26
D2C dairy brand Desi Farms has reported a sharp surge in growth, with its revenue crossing ₹300 crore in FY26, marking an approximately 8X jump from ₹38 crore in FY25, according to Inc42. The rapid scale-up has been driven by a combination of acquisitions and aggressive distribution expansion, positioning the company among the fastest-growing dairy…
Milky Mist Beats FY26 Growth, IPO on Track
Milky Mist Dairy has surpassed its FY2025–26 growth estimates, driven by strong demand for value-added dairy products and continued expansion across markets, with the company confirming that its much-anticipated IPO plans remain on track. The company’s performance has been supported by rising consumption of premium and processed dairy categories such as cheese, paneer, curd, and…