Milk has a unique identity: All others are clones and derivatives

The buzz around veganism and resurgent drive for pushing plant-based drinks have exposed the Indian dairy industry to a new potential risk. The risk is that of confusing consumers between milk as is conventionally known, and milk that is derived from plants and non-mammal sources. That could lead to misinformation and misunderstanding. While there is…

Dairy, MSP and FCI: Myths and realities

Comparing the cereal economy with dairy sector is illogical. Despite their faults, MSP regime and FCI are relevant There has been a considerable amount of debate and discussion on the new the farm legislation, which has raised concerns over the relevance of the Minimum Support Price (MSP) mechanism. Also, the Food Corporation of India (FCI)…

Veganism in India – Would it impact dairy consumption ?

An article by : Neharika Sharma India is the world’s largest producer of milk. It is a notable global player in milk production, contributing 22 per cent of the total. Regardless of COVID-19 outbreak, the milk production in India increased by six per cent in 2020. Having said that, let us discuss a new growing…

Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu recommend use of Milk in mid day meal

Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu on Monday suggested that milk be included either in breakfast or mid-day meals to improve the nutritional levels of children. Naidu spoke to Union Women and Child Development Minister Smriti Irani in this regard, an official statement said. Irani assured Naidu that the central government would consider recommending to all…