Tiruchi Aavin Milk Procurement Under Pressure
Tiruchi Aavin is witnessing a decline in milk procurement as an increasing number of dairy farmers shift their supplies to private dairies offering higher procurement prices. According to officials, the cooperative’s average daily milk procurement has fallen by around 15,000 litres, from nearly 2 lakh litres per day to about 1.85 lakh litres, affecting the…
Aavin Loss Widens to ₹120 Crore Amid Procurement Slump
Tamil Nadu’s state-run dairy cooperative Aavin Federation has reported an unaudited loss of around ₹120 crore for FY 2025–26, contributing to a combined loss of approximately ₹143 crore along with seven district milk producers’ unions—its weakest financial performance since the COVID-19 pandemic. While the federation accounted for ₹120 crore of the loss, seven district unions—Coimbatore,…
Private Dairies Raise Milk, Curd Prices Again in TN
Private dairy companies have increased the retail prices of milk and curd across Tamil Nadu for the second time in seven months, raising prices by ₹2 to ₹4 per litre and taking the cumulative increase to as much as ₹6 per litre since July. The latest revision, effective from July 26, covers major brands including…
TN Dairy Industry Seeks Milk Price Regulation
Tamil Nadu’s dairy industry has appealed to the State Government to introduce a regulated minimum procurement price and maximum retail price for milk, arguing that the absence of a structured pricing mechanism is creating instability across the dairy value chain. Industry representatives said unregulated pricing has intensified competition among private dairies, leading to price undercutting…
TN Farmers Demand ₹50/Litre Milk Procurement Price
The Tamil Nadu Milk Producers’ Welfare Association has urged the State government to increase the milk procurement price to ₹50 per litre for cow’s milk, citing mounting production costs and the need to ensure sustainable incomes for dairy farmers. The demand was raised during the association’s state executive committee meeting, where members highlighted that rising…
Uthukuli Butter Moves Closer to GI Recognition
Uthukuli Vennai (Uthukuli Butter), one of Tamil Nadu’s most celebrated artisanal dairy products, is moving closer to securing Geographical Indication (GI) status, a step that would provide legal protection for its unique identity and traditional production methods. The application for GI registration was filed with the Government of India’s Geographical Indications Registry on 9 April…
Aavin Faces Quality Concerns in Milk Procurement
More than 60% of the milk procured by Aavin in 10 district unions during May 2026 failed to meet the cooperative’s minimum quality standards, raising concerns over milk quality and procurement practices in Tamil Nadu. According to Aavin’s official records, milk sourced from districts including Thanjavur, Mayiladuthurai, Vellore, Ranipet, Kanniyakumari, Villupuram and Virudhunagar did not…
Aavin Cuts Milk Supply by 3 Lakh Litres Daily
State-run dairy cooperative Aavin has reduced its daily milk supply by approximately 3 lakh litres, triggering shortages across parts of Tamil Nadu and forcing many consumers to shift to private dairy brands. According to the report, the supply of Aavin’s popular Green Magic standardized milk has been curtailed due to a seasonal decline in milk…
Uthukuli Butter Keeps Tamil Dairy Heritage Alive
Uthukuli Butter, produced in the small town of Uthukuli in Tamil Nadu’s Tiruppur district, is gaining renewed attention as one of the state’s most iconic dairy delicacies, celebrated for its traditional production methods, distinctive taste and cultural significance. The butter is made using locally sourced milk and traditional churning techniques, preserving its natural aroma, creamy…
Aavin Milk Supply Faces Disruption Amid Distributor Strike
Milk supply across parts of Tamil Nadu could face disruptions as Aavin distributors in Madurai launched a strike over pending demands related to distribution operations and dealer concerns. The protest is expected to impact the movement and availability of Aavin milk packets in several areas if the issue remains unresolved. According to reports, distributors have…