Why EU deal is better for farmers than one with US
An FTA with the European Union that includes agriculture can be beneficial for India in products where it has strong export interests. Agriculture has been a major stumbling block in the still-to-be concluded free trade agreement (FTA) between India and the United States (US). The politically sensitive sector is expected to be off the table…
Pune Activists Link Dairy Sector With Beef Trade Chain
As part of a Republic Day week awareness campaign, youth activists in Pune organised a public exhibition on JM Road highlighting what they describe as a structural connection between India’s dairy industry and the beef export trade — a link that is often misunderstood or overlooked by consumers. The initiative was led by the Pune…
Powdered Whole Milk Under Scrutiny in Infant Botulism Outbreak
Powdered whole milk — a commonly used dairy ingredient in products such as infant formula — has emerged as a potential source of contamination in a major botulism outbreak linked to ByHeart brand formula, prompting intensified testing and safety concerns in the dairy supply chain. U.S. health authorities say testing by the Food and Drug…
Dairy poised to meet consumers growing demand for protein
Consumer demand for foods and beverages with high protein levels continues to surge as a growing percentage of Americans focus on increasing their dietary protein. The sharp rise in demand is shifting buying habits and could ultimately transform the retail grocery space. Food and beverage manufacturers representing a host of product categories are moving quickly…
India’s Dairy FMCG Sector Strengthens on Policy & Demand
India’s dairy-linked FMCG sector is showing renewed resilience and growth momentum, supported by a combination of policy support, rising consumer demand and a recovery in rural consumption. After a period of cost pressures and muted volume growth, the industry is now seeing improved performance across key product categories such as value-added dairy beverages, cheeses, ghee,…
KMF Rolls Out New Nutrient-Focused Dairy Range
The Karnataka Milk Federation (KMF) has launched a new range of dairy products focused on nutrition, quality and transparency, aiming to meet evolving consumer demand for health-oriented dairy options and clearer product information. The launch underscores a strategic push by one of India’s largest milk cooperatives to innovate while strengthening trust across its supply chain….
Bihar CM Emphasises Dairy Development for State Growth
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has underscored the strategic importance of dairy development for the state’s economic progress, saying that enhancing milk production, improving dairy value chains and strengthening rural livelihoods through livestock farming are central to Bihar’s growth agenda. The remarks came during a recent event where he highlighted dairy’s role in improving household…
MP to Get First State-Level Co-op Dairy Testing Lab
Madhya Pradesh is set to commission its first state-level cooperative dairy testing laboratory, a development aimed at strengthening quality assurance, product safety and scientific support for dairy cooperatives across the state. The initiative reflects growing emphasis on enhanced dairy standards, traceability and value addition at every step of the milk value chain. The new facility…
Dairy Sector Eyes GST Relief, Infrastructure Support in Budget
As the Union Budget 2026–27 approaches, India’s dairy industry is lining up policy priorities aimed at reducing costs and boosting sector competitiveness. Key expectations include further rationalisation of Goods and Services Tax (GST) on dairy products, upgraded processing and cold-chain infrastructure, export support measures and revamped credit facilitation — all of which stakeholders hope will…
Milky Mist to Invest in New Dairy Unit in Maharashtra
Milky Mist Foods Pvt. Ltd., one of India’s fast-growing branded dairy companies, has announced plans to invest in a new dairy processing unit in Maharashtra, underscoring its aggressive expansion into key markets and deepening its value-added product portfolio in western India. The investment — part of Milky Mist’s multi-state growth strategy — is expected to…