KMF now under RTI: Karnataka panel affirms transparency mandate
The Karnataka Information Commission (KIC) has officially declared the Karnataka Milk Federation (https://www.kmfnandini.coop/ — along with its district-level unions such as Bamul and Komul — as a “state” entity under the RTI Act, making it legally obliged to disclose information sought by citizens. The decision was issued by Information Commissioner Rajashekara S while adjudicating a…
Karnataka Bans Plastic Bottles, Chooses Nandini Milk
In a decisive push towards sustainability and local enterprise support, the Karnataka government has ordered a state-wide ban on single-use plastic water bottles in all government offices, events and official functions. The directive—issued on October 28—also mandates the **exclusive use of Nandini dairy products (produced by Karnataka Milk Federation) in meetings and state-run programmes. The…
Karnataka Milk Federation to Revamp Nandini Booths & Parlours
Karnataka Milk Federation (KMF) is launching a major upgrade of its Nandini milk booths and parlours to reinforce the brand’s presence and counter increasing competition from private players—most notably Amul, which has been aggressively expanding metro kiosks across the state. Under the initiative, existing milk booths and parlours—frequently housed in older, traditional structures—will undergo design…
Amul vs. Nandini: Metro Kiosks Ignite Dairy Turf War in Karnataka
Amul has launched 10 kiosks across Bengaluru Metro stations—including Indiranagar, Trinity, Majestic, and Jayanagar—marking a bold expansion by the Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation into Karnataka’s urban retail space . The effort is aimed at leveraging high footfall zones and boosting Amul’s direct-to-consumer presence through BMRCL’s licensing agreement. The move has sparked political outrage and…
Karnataka Approves ₹4/Litre Milk Price Hike to Support Dairy Farmers
The Karnataka government has sanctioned a ₹4 per litre increase in Nandini milk prices, effective April 1, 2025. This decision follows persistent demands from dairy farmers and the Karnataka Milk Federation (KMF) to address escalating production costs. Key details: Farmer Compensation: The entire ₹4 increment is designated to benefit milk producers directly, aiming to alleviate…
Good monsoons-Karnataka Braces for Milk Production Surge
Following 60% excess pre-monsoon rainfall in Karnataka and forecasts of an above-normal rainy season, milk production is expected to surge again this year. Karnataka Milk Federation (KMF) is anticipating daily milk inflows to peak at 1.2 crore litres by July-August, significantly above the typical 85-92 lakh litres. Bengaluru’s Bamul union alone expects to cross 18.5…
Dairy Farmers Demand Rs 10 Per Litre Increase in Karnataka
The Karnataka government has confirmed plans to increase the price of Nandini milk, supplied by the Karnataka Milk Federation (KMF). Minister for Animal Husbandry K Venkatesh announced the decision in the Legislative Council on Wednesday, stating that discussions on the hike will be held with Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. He stated that farmers have demanded a price increase…
Karnataka’s Nandini to enter UP, Rajasthan
After expanding to Delhi, Karnataka Milk Federation (KMF), which markets its dairy products under Nandini brand, is set to enter Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan with fresh dairy products, including milk and curd. KMF officials said Nandini products will be available in northern Uttar Pradesh and Jaipur by the end of this month. KMF had launched…
Kolar district’s dairy Industry faces crisis in Karnataka
The dairy industry in Kolar has made headlines, but now it faces a significant crisis as the KMF (Karnataka Milk Federation) struggles to sell large quantities of milk powder and butter. Currently, around 2,100 tons of milk powder and 800 tons of butter remain unsold, resulting in potential losses amounting to ₹80 crores. Farmers are…
Milk production in Karnataka up by 62% in 5 years
In 2018-19, Karnataka produced 7.9 million tonnes of milk, followed by 9.03 million tonnes in 2019-20. The State crossed the 10-million-tonne mark in 2020-21, producing 10.94 million tonnes. Further gains were recorded in 2021-22 with 11.79 million tonnes, culminating in 12.83 million tonnes in 2022-23. Milk availability in Karnataka The State’s per capita milk availability has…