Punjab Budget Boosts Dairy, Crop Diversification

The Punjab Budget 2026-27 has allocated ₹15,377 crore for agriculture and allied sectors, with several measures aimed at strengthening farming, dairy and sustainable agriculture, according to Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister Gurmeet Singh Khudian. The budget includes ₹100 crore to ensure fair milk procurement prices for dairy farmers, helping protect them from market volatility. To…
Indore Raises Milk Procurement Rate to ₹850/kg Fat

The Indore Cooperative Milk Union has increased the milk procurement rate from ₹820 to ₹850 per kilogram of fat, effective March 1, following discussions with representatives of milk producers in Indore, Madhya Pradesh. The decision was announced during a meeting held at the union’s premises, where officials and farmer representatives discussed several issues related to…