UK Opens Milk Sector Survey for Fairer Supply Chain
The UK’s Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) has launched a new milk sector survey, inviting dairy farmers, processors and industry bodies to share feedback on how the supply chain is functioning amid current challenges. The short survey, which takes around 10 minutes to complete, is now open and will close on 20…
Akshayakalpa Revenue Jumps 52%, Expands Reach
Premium organic dairy brand Akshayakalpa is accelerating its growth trajectory with revenues expected to reach ₹600 crore in FY26, marking a 52% increase from ₹395 crore in FY25, as it expands into new markets and strengthens its presence beyond its core southern regions. The company is entering newer geographies, including western markets such as Maharashtra,…
Saputo USA Expands Portfolio with 3 New Products
Saputo USA has announced the launch of three new dairy products—cold foam, portion control (PC) creamers, and a mozzarella & smoked gouda cheese blend, as part of its innovation push in the foodservice and hospitality segments, with the products showcased at the 2026 International Pizza Expo. The new Saputo cold foam is designed to elevate…
Damaged Dairy Delivery Sparks Quality Concerns
A viral social media video has raised serious concerns over last-mile quality control in dairy delivery after a customer alleged that a quick-commerce order from Zepto arrived with damaged and leaking dairy products, including a swollen Amul milk pouch and a torn Mother Dairy curd cup. The video, posted on March 18, 2026, has garnered…
Govt Push to Strengthen Dairy Cooperatives
The Government of India has outlined key initiatives to strengthen cooperative-led dairy development, noting that most District Cooperative Milk Unions and State Milk Federations currently procure milk within their respective states, although some have begun expanding beyond state boundaries. However, no formal assessment has yet been conducted on the impact of inter-state competition on the…
Danone, Arcor Form Dairy JV in Argentina
Global dairy major Danone and Argentina’s Arcor Group have announced the formation of a joint venture to strengthen their position in the Argentine dairy market, combining Danone Argentina’s dairy business with Mastellone Hermanos’ operations—including flagship brand La Serenísima—and their shared logistics arm, Logística La Serenísima. The integrated entity will be jointly controlled by both companies…
Argentina Dairy Profits Sink Despite Record Output
Argentina’s dairy sector is facing a deepening profitability crisis despite achieving record milk production of 11.6 billion litres, marking a 9.7% year-on-year increase, as rising input costs, weak pricing power, and structural challenges erode margins across the value chain. According to industry insights, the sector is under pressure from higher production costs and limited access…
₹765.98 Cr Boost for Dairy Cooperatives
In a significant push to strengthen cooperative-led dairy development, the Government highlighted that under the Dairy Sahakar Yojana, implemented by the National Cooperative Development Corporation (NCDC), a total financial assistance of ₹765.98 crore has been disbursed between 31 October 2021 and 19 March 2026 to support dairy projects across states. The scheme focuses on creating…
NCDC–NDDB Pact to Boost Dairy Cooperatives
In a major push to strengthen India’s cooperative dairy ecosystem, the National Cooperative Development Corporation (NCDC) and the National Dairy Development Board (NDDB) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance financing, training, and capacity-building support for dairy cooperatives. The collaboration aims to improve access to institutional credit, modernise infrastructure, and build technical capabilities…
UP Women Drive ₹5,000 Cr Dairy Boom
Rural women in Uttar Pradesh are leading a powerful dairy transformation, generating an estimated ₹5,000 crore business through organised milk production and procurement networks. Women-led groups across 31 districts are collectively procuring around 10 lakh litres of milk per day, significantly boosting both production and rural incomes. The initiative, supported by the Uttar Pradesh State…