Madhur Dairy Expands Capacity with ₹128 Crore Plant
Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah inaugurated Madhur Dairy’s new automated milk processing and packaging plant (Unit-2) at Dashela, Gandhinagar, Gujarat, marking a major boost for India’s cooperative dairy sector. Built across 15 acres at a cost of ₹128 crore, the facility currently processes 2.5 lakh litres of milk per day and is designed…
Krishna Milk Union Clears ₹110 Cr Loan Early
The Krishna Milk Union has achieved a significant financial milestone by repaying a ₹110 crore bank loan taken for the construction of its Veeravalli dairy plant in Andhra Pradesh within just two-and-a-half years, well ahead of the original seven-year repayment schedule. Union Chairman Chalasani Anjaneyulu described the achievement as a record in loan repayment for…
Jaipur Dairy Invests ₹133 Cr to Expand Capacity
Jaipur Dairy is undertaking a major modernization and expansion programme worth ₹133 crore aimed at strengthening milk processing capacity, improving operational efficiency, and supporting future growth in milk procurement across Rajasthan. According to officials, the investment includes the installation of advanced processing equipment, modernization of existing facilities, and expansion of milk handling infrastructure to meet…
FMCG Price Hikes Add Pressure on Dairy Costs
India’s fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) companies have announced price increases ranging from 4% to 11% across several everyday product categories following recent fuel price hikes, a move that is expected to raise costs across food and agricultural value chains, including the dairy sector. According to industry reports, higher fuel costs have significantly increased transportation, distribution,…
Amul Eyes Major Expansion in West Bengal
Dairy giant Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation (Amul) is set to significantly strengthen its presence in West Bengal, with senior company officials meeting West Bengal Chief Minister Mr. Suvendu Adhikari to discuss expansion plans in the state. The discussions come as Amul advances plans to establish its first fully owned dairy processing facility in West…
Dhagwar Milk Collection Jumps 4X in 2.5 Years
Himachal Pradesh’s dairy sector has recorded a major boost, with milk collection linked to the Dhagwar Milk Plant in Kangra district increasing fourfold over the past two-and-a-half years, reflecting the impact of higher milk procurement prices and renewed government focus on dairy development. The surge in milk procurement has strengthened confidence among dairy farmers and…
Gokul Clarifies Halal Certification Amid Controversy
Maharashtra-based Gokul Milk Union has clarified that its halal certification was obtained in 2018 solely for export purposes and does not impact milk procurement or processing practices for domestic consumers. The clarification came amid controversy and social media discussions questioning the dairy cooperative’s halal certification status. Gokul officials stated that the certification was required to…
Amul Plans ₹800 Crore Expansion in East India
Amul is investing nearly ₹800 crore to strengthen its dairy operations in West Bengal and Assam as part of a major expansion strategy targeting eastern India’s growing dairy market. According to reports, the investment will focus on setting up new milk processing facilities, expanding cold-chain infrastructure and strengthening supply and distribution networks across the two…
Orah Nutrichem Gets Patent for Milk Stability Innovation
Pune-based Orah Nutrichem has secured a patent for its milk-soluble Vitamin E innovation aimed at improving milk stability and shelf life, marking a significant development for the dairy and food processing industry. The company’s research focuses on using tocotrienol-based natural Vitamin E solutions to enhance oxidation control and maintain quality in milk and dairy products….
Dodla Dairy Reports Strong FY26 Growth
Dodla Dairy has reported strong audited financial results for FY26, driven by robust growth in value-added dairy products, higher procurement volumes and expanding market presence across India. The company’s board has also recommended a final dividend of ₹5 per equity share for the financial year, reflecting confidence in its operational and financial performance. According to…