French Cancoillotte Cheese Gains Global Popularity
France’s traditional Cancoillotte cheese is experiencing an unexpected surge in popularity, driven by social media influencers and growing consumer interest in high-protein, low-fat foods. Originating from the Franche-Comté region in eastern France, the cheese—known for its semi-liquid texture and distinctive flavor—has become a viral sensation among fitness enthusiasts, leading to supply shortages and increased production…
Asahi Brings Century-Old CALPIS Dairy Drink to India
Japanese beverage giant Asahi Group Holdings has announced its entry into India’s non-alcoholic, non-carbonated beverage market through the launch of its iconic CALPIS dairy-based drink in partnership with Varun Beverages Limited (VBL). The strategic alliance marks Asahi’s first move into India’s rapidly growing beverage sector, with CALPIS scheduled to launch in the second half of…
Amul Sees Ice Cream Boom, No Milk Price Hike Planned
Amul has reported a strong surge in summer demand, with Managing Director Jayen Mehta stating that ice cream sales jumped by 55% in May 2026 as extreme temperatures boosted consumption across India. Speaking to ET Now, Mehta said the company does not foresee any immediate increase in milk prices despite rising demand, providing relief to…
Kaladi Cheese Gets Scientific Upgrade for Global Reach
Jammu & Kashmir’s GI-tagged traditional cheese, Kaladi, is undergoing a scientific transformation aimed at extending its shelf life, enhancing value addition, and expanding its reach beyond regional markets. Researchers at the CSIR-Central Food Technological Research Institute have successfully increased the refrigerated shelf life of Kaladi to 21 days without affecting its taste, texture, quality, or…
Milma Targets ₹10,000 Cr Turnover by FY31
Kerala Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation (Milma) has set an ambitious target of achieving a turnover of ₹10,000 crore by 2030-31 as it seeks to strengthen its presence in domestic and international markets while leveraging the state’s growing dairy sector. Speaking at the Kerala Retail Conclave in Kochi, Milma Chairman K.S. Mani said the federation plans…
Protein Demand Reshapes Global Dairy Markets
Global dairy market dynamics are undergoing a significant transformation as soaring demand for protein-rich foods, beverages, and nutritional products increasingly influences milk pricing, processing priorities, and dairy trade flows. According to market analysts, consumer interest in high-protein diets, sports nutrition products, functional foods, and wellness-focused eating habits is driving unprecedented demand for dairy proteins such…
Dairy Demand Surges in India’s Smaller Cities
India’s organised dairy industry is witnessing its next phase of growth in Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities, where consumption patterns are increasingly mirroring those of metro markets. Dairy companies report that order frequencies and spending levels in several categories are now matching, and in some cases exceeding, metro benchmarks, driven by rising incomes, rapid urbanisation and…
Nestlé India’s Dairy Segment Loses Revenue Share
Nestlé India’s milk products and nutrition business, once the company’s primary growth engine, has seen its contribution to overall revenue decline significantly as the FMCG giant shifts focus toward faster-growing categories. According to the company’s FY26 annual report, the milk products and nutrition segment accounted for 33.4% of turnover in FY26, down from 38.1% in…
Smaller Cities Fuel India’s Dairy Growth Story
India’s dairy consumption boom is no longer being driven solely by metropolitan markets, as Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities emerge as the next major growth engines for organized dairy companies. Rising incomes, rapid urbanization, improving cold-chain infrastructure and growing consumer preference for branded, quality-assured dairy products are transforming consumption patterns in smaller cities across the country….
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…