Aavin Green Magic Shortage Sparks Consumer Concerns
Complaints over the availability of Aavin’s popular Green Magic milk have surfaced across Chennai, with consumers and retailers reporting sharp reductions in supply that have forced many households to switch to alternative milk brands. According to retailers, supplies of the standardized milk variant, which contains 4.5% fat and 8.5% solids-not-fat (SNF), have fallen significantly in…
NCDFI, Assam Rifles Sign Dairy Supply Pact
The National Cooperative Dairy Federation of India (NCDFI) and Assam Rifles have signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) in New Delhi to strengthen the supply of milk and milk products through India’s dairy cooperative network, expanding market opportunities for dairy farmers while ensuring reliable supplies to one of the country’s premier paramilitary forces. The agreement…
Mother Dairy Rules Out Immediate Milk Price Hike
Mother Dairy has announced that it has no immediate plans to increase milk prices further despite ongoing cost pressures in the dairy sector. The company cited a comfortable milk supply situation and stable procurement conditions as key reasons for holding prices steady, providing temporary relief to consumers following the recent ₹2 per litre milk price…
Philippines Targets 22.4% Jump in Milk Output
The Philippines’ National Dairy Authority (NDA) has expressed strong optimism that the country’s dairy production will increase by 22.4% in 2026, supported by expanded government funding, imported dairy cattle, and rising demand for locally produced milk. NDA Administrator Marcus Antonius Andaya said the country is targeting milk production of 53 million litres in 2026, up…
Summer Heat Hits Aavin Milk, Ghee Supply
An intense dry summer has severely disrupted the supply of full-cream milk and ghee from Aavin in Madurai, forcing consumers to increasingly turn to private dairy players to meet demand. The shortage is being attributed to a sharp decline in milk procurement during the ongoing lean summer season, when production typically falls due to heat…
Dairy’s Real Strength? Farmer Trust, Not Balance Sheets
In a sharp perspective on the evolving dairy landscape, the article argues that the strongest “balance sheet” in dairy is not financial capital but farmer trust—highlighting that long-term success in the sector hinges on relationships, not just numbers. It underscores that dairy companies built on consistent, transparent farmer engagement—fair pricing, timely payments, and extension support—create…
Europe Milk Glut Sparks Price Crash Fears
The European Milk Board has issued a stark warning of a potential milk price collapse as record milk volumes flood global markets, with president Kjartan Poulsen stating that “if no action is taken now, we are heading straight into a milk price collapse.” The EMB highlighted that the surge in production—driven by strong output across…
Amul Milk Train Reaches J&K First Time
In a historic first, a special freight train carrying dairy products from Amul has reached Jammu and Kashmir from Gujarat, marking a major milestone in strengthening dairy supply chains to the region. The train, operated by Indian Railways, comprised 20 BCN wagons loaded with approximately 1,000 tonnes of dairy products, including toned milk, milk powder,…
Milk Supply Stable Amid West Asia Crisis: Govt
India’s dairy supply chain has remained stable despite the ongoing West Asia crisis, with milk procurement, processing and distribution continuing uninterrupted across the country, according to a government briefing. The Department of Animal Husbandry & Dairying (DAHD), in coordination with multiple ministries, has ensured that milk prices remain stable, no supply disruptions have been reported,…
Milk Supply Stable Despite West Asia Tensions
India’s milk supply remains uninterrupted and prices of milk and dairy products have stayed stable despite ongoing geopolitical tensions in West Asia, the government has confirmed, underscoring the resilience of the domestic dairy ecosystem. The assurance comes amid concerns that global disruptions could impact food supply chains and pricing across essential commodities. Officials highlighted that…