Jigawa to Partner India for Dairy Development
The Jigawa State Government in Nigeria has announced plans to collaborate with the National Dairy Development Board (NDDB) of India to promote livestock development and expand dairy production in the state. The initiative was disclosed by Governor Umar Namadi while receiving a high-level NDDB delegation led by Rajesh O. Gupta during a courtesy visit to…
Scientific Breeding Boosts Gujarat Dairy Incomes
A 63-year-old artificial insemination (AI) specialist, Deepak Patel, from Vaheval village in Gujarat, is helping strengthen the dairy economy by promoting scientific breeding techniques that improve cattle productivity and farmers’ incomes. Patel began working in artificial insemination after leaving Delhi in 1999, recognising its potential to increase dairy productivity. Since then, he has performed more…
TN Milk Output Claim Sparks Data Dispute
A debate has emerged over Tamil Nadu’s milk production after the Tamil Nadu Milk Dealers’ Welfare Association (TNMDWA) challenged claims made by Chief Minister M.K. Stalin that the State produces 3 crore litres of milk per day. The Chief Minister made the statement during an interaction at the “Kanavugal Meipadum” event held at the Chennai…
Rabobank Sees Cautious Dairy Price Recovery
Global dairy commodity prices are showing early signs of recovery in 2026, but the rebound is expected to remain cautious due to abundant global milk supply, according to Rabobank’s Global Dairy Quarterly report. The bank noted that strong milk production across major exporting regions—including the EU, United States, South America and New Zealand—kept markets well…
Can Indian Dairy Grow Without More Milk?
India’s dairy sector is facing a critical question—whether the industry can continue expanding without significantly increasing milk production volumes. India is already the world’s largest milk producer, with output rising from 146.31 million tonnes in 2014-15 to about 239.30 million tonnes in 2023-24, reflecting strong growth over the past decade. However, experts argue that future…
Livestock Technology Showcased at Karnal Dairy Mela
A three-day National Dairy Mela and Agricultural Expo-2026 began at the ICAR–National Dairy Research Institute (NDRI) in Karnal, highlighting modern livestock technologies and innovations for dairy farmers. The event was inaugurated by Raghavendra Bhatta, Deputy Director General (Animal Sciences) at Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR). NDRI Director Dheer Singh said the mela provides a…
Link farmers with cooperatives to raise milk production-Yogi
To boost cooperative dairy in the state, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has issued directions to enhance the operations of the Pradeshik Cooperative Dairy Federation. Reviewing plans to expand its reach and increase its membership on Monday, the CM said there should be healthy competition among milk cooperative societies and dairy unions. The CM said that employees…