Ganderbal: Transfer of land for dairy plant approved
The Administrative Council (AC) has approved transfer of 22 kanals and two marlas of land situated in Estate Devipora, tehsil Tulmulla, district Ganderbal in favour of Animal Husbandry Department (AHD) for establishment of dairy plant. “The Jammu and Kashmir Milk Producers Cooperative Limited (JKMPCL) shall be implementing agency for implementation of the Central Sector Scheme,…
Nova Dairy Introduces A2 Cow Ghee, A Premium Addition to its Range of Dairy Products
One of the pioneers in the Dairy Industry in India serving purity, is thrilled to announce the launch of its latest product, A2 Cow Ghee. Crafted using the traditional bilona ghee curd churning method from A2 cow milk, this premium ghee promises to revolutionize the dairy industry with its exceptional quality and health benefits. The…
India extends ban on de-oiled rice bran export by four months
The central government has extended the ban on exports of de-oiled rice bran by another four months, according to an official notification put out by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) dated March 15. The government had initially banned the export of the commodity derivative in July 2023 for four months and later extended…
Mother Dairy to invest Rs 750 crore to set up 2 dairy, F&V plants
Mother Dairy will invest Rs 650 crore to set up two new plants for processing of milk as well as fruits and vegetables to expand its business amid rising consumer demand. Mother Dairy, which is a l eading milk supplier in Delhi-NCR, will also invest another Rs 100 crore to expand capacities of its existing…
How Amul’s entry into South India is causing a churn in the cooperative industry
State milk cooperatives have fostered a no-competition spirit among each other. Now, the Gujarat-based milk procurer has caused a stir as it enters the South In the 1980s and the 1990s, the best suitor to the rich, brown Robusta from the blue Nilgiris was the creamy-complexioned Aavin from Tamil Nadu’s plains. In neighbouring Karnataka and…
Common Bacterial Test Used by Dairy Industry Insufficient for Raw Milk, Study Suggests
In a recent study published in the Journal of Dairy Science, researchers from Cornell University have demonstrated the inadequacy of an industry standard quality test for raw, organic milk, as it cannot sufficiently differentiate between groups of bacteria. The test evaluated in the study is called Laboratory Pasteurization Count (LPC), which some dairy processors and cooperatives use to…
Kolkata-based Dairy Keventer, which bought electoral bonds worth Rs 617 cr
At least four firms, which purchased electoral bonds between 2019 and 2024, are part of the Keventer conglomerate and have their registered offices in Kolkata. Keventer Foodpark Infra Pvt Ltd, Madanlal Ltd, MKJ Enterprises Ltd and Sasmal Infrastructure Pvt Ltd figure in the list of donors by contributing over Rs 600 crore in electoral bonds,…
Genetically modified cows could become insulin factories- Boon for Diabetics
For millions of diabetics worldwide, access to insulin is a constant struggle. But what if the answer wasn’t in a high-tech lab, but grazing away peacefully in a pasture? A new study suggests genetically modified cows could become insulin factories, producing a potentially cheaper and more accessible solution. Researchers from the University of Illinois and…
Here is What Apple’s Formula Could Mean for Dairy Technology
Apple’s unparalleled success has fundamentally transformed public expectations surrounding technology. Known for its user-friendly interfaces, robust data security, and unwavering commitment to sustainability, Apple has redefined the benchmarks for technological achievement. Even Apple’s packaging is designed to delight. This legacy of innovation and user accessibility hasn’t just democratized technology for the average consumer; it has…
Essentials milk, rice, soap, and turmeric prices increased by 10-20% in last year
Key essentials such as milk, rice, soap, detergent, turmeric and red chilli powder saw their prices increase by 10 – 20 per cent in the last year, revealed a survey by Kirana Club shared exclusively to ETRetail. The survey featured Kirana owners from Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Bihar, Maharashtra and Chhattisgarh. The price corrections…