Heritage foods to increase VADP share from 37% to 50%
As the world commemorated World Milk Day on June 1, the spotlight once again turned to the vital role of dairy in ensuring nutrition security, rural employment, and economic resilience—especially in a country like India, the world’s largest milk producer. Despite rapid urbanisation and evolving consumer preferences, over half of India’s dairy market remains unorganised,…
Trendy products driving dairy purchases in China
Chinese consumers are no longer satisfied with simply drinking more milk, and they are focusing on better quality dairy items. The popularity of trendy dairy products such as milk tea and yogurt ice cream has contributed to the overall growth of dairy product consumption, according to a new report. Chinese consumers have changed from passive…
KMF sets milestone with record daily milk collection of 1.06 crore litres
The Karnataka Milk Federation (KMF) has set a new benchmark in the state’s dairy sector by collecting an all-time high of 1.06 crore litres of milk in a single day. This record, achieved from May 22 onwards, has been attributed to favourable pre-monsoon rains and improved availability of green fodder. According to KMF, this marks…
After US, Amul launch milk in Spain and EU
After making waves in the United States, home-grown dairy giant Amul has now stepped into Europe, launching its fresh milk products in Spain and the European Union (EU). The Gujarat Co-operative Milk Marketing Federation Limited (Amul Fed) announced a strategic partnership with Spain’s premier dairy cooperative, Cooperativa Ganadera del Valle de los Pedroches (COVAP), to bring…
Nigeria to double milk output to 1.4 mln tons within 5 years
The strategy includes a national livestock council and a six-pillar growth program. Public-private partnerships with firms like Arla and Promasidor drive sector momentum. Nigeria, the largest milk and dairy market in West Africa, is advancing a strategy to boost local production and reduce import dependence. Minister of Livestock Development Idi Mukhtar Maiha announced that the…
India’s FPOs: Unlocking Dairy Sector Potential
A comprehensive study published in Nature examines the evolution and challenges of Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs) in India, highlighting their transformative role in the agricultural sector, including dairy. Analyzing 64 peer-reviewed articles from 2002 to 2023, the research underscores the significance of FPOs in enhancing market access, financial inclusion, and technological adoption for small and…
Australian Dairy Farmers Disheartened by Low Milk Prices
Australian dairy farmers are expressing deep concern over the recently announced opening farm gate milk prices for the upcoming financial year. Despite a slight increase from the previous year, with prices ranging between $8.60 and $9.20 per kilogram of milk solids, many farmers argue that these rates fall short of covering escalating production costs. The…
GDT Event 381: Dairy Prices See Mixed Movements
The Global Dairy Trade (GDT) Event 381, held on June 3, 2025, showcased varied trends across key dairy commodities. The overall GDT Price Index experienced a slight uptick of 1.6%, reaching an average weighted price of $4,385 per metric ton. A total of 16,718 metric tons of dairy products were sold, predominantly comprising Whole Milk…
Mother Dairy’s FY25 Revenue Hits ₹17,400 Cr, Up 16%
Mother Dairy concluded FY25 with a robust 16% revenue growth, achieving ₹17,400 crore, as reported by Managing Director Manish Bandlish. The dairy segment contributed approximately 75% to the total revenue, with the remaining from edible oils (Dhara) and horticulture products (Safal). Key growth drivers included: Launch of over 30 new products across dairy, bakery, and…
Dairy firms may see 11–13% revenue rise in FY26: Crisil
Dairy companies are likely to witness 11-13 per cent revenue growth this financial year on strong demand, increasing share of value-added products (VAP) and higher milk prices, a report said on Monday. The profitability will improve by 20-30 basis points (bps), aided by better realisations, healthy milk supply keeping procurement prices in check and a…