UP’s Dairy Reforms Drive Record Milk Production
Uttar Pradesh has strengthened its position as India’s leading milk-producing state through strategic policy reforms and sustained investment in the dairy sector, increasing milk production from 277 lakh tonnes in 2016–17 to around 388 lakh tonnes in 2024–25. The state now contributes approximately 16% of India’s total milk production, reinforcing its leadership in the country’s…
Technology Push Can Transform Assam Dairy Cooperatives
Assam’s dairy cooperative sector can unlock significant growth through strategic investments in modern processing technologies, cold chain infrastructure and value addition, according to an editorial published by The Sentinel. The editorial highlights ongoing discussions between Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and Union Minister Rajiv Ranjan (Lalan) Singh on strengthening dairy cooperatives to achieve the…
Himachal’s White Revolution Gains Momentum
Himachal Pradesh is witnessing a significant dairy sector transformation, with milk procurement through cooperative societies surging nearly fourfold as the state’s “New White Revolution” gathers pace. The growth has been driven by higher milk procurement prices, expanded cooperative networks and government efforts to strengthen dairy infrastructure, making dairy farming an increasingly attractive source of rural…
India Leads Global Dairy Race in 2025
India has retained its position as the world’s largest milk-producing country in 2025, reinforcing its dominance in the global dairy sector. According to global dairy rankings, India produces more milk than any other nation, supported by its vast network of smallholder farmers, large bovine population and strong domestic demand. The country contributes roughly one-fourth of…
India Eyes 1/3 Global Milk Share in Next Decade
India is poised to dramatically reshape the global dairy landscape, with Jayen Mehta stating that the country could handle one-third of the world’s milk production within the next decade, driven by scale, cooperative strength, and policy push. The projection signals a significant jump from India’s current ~25% share of global milk output, reinforcing its position…