Vidarbha’s Dairy Renaissance Powers Rural, Women-Led Growth
In Vidarbha, dairy is no longer just a sideline crop; it’s becoming the backbone of the rural economy, driven by an unlikely trio: women, science, and fodder innovation. Historically dominated by cotton and citrus, the region is now undergoing a structural shift. Women are at the heart of this transformation — they’re not just helping…
India Stands Firm Against Dairy Sector Opening to Foreign Players
New Delhi will not capitulate to US demands for opening India’s markets to the American dairy industry with agricultural issues featuring among vexed subjects in the bilateral trade treaty negotiations, even as talks reach the much-anticipated culminating point. Experts support the government’s strong stand that has recently been reiterated by Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal. “The…
Heritage Foods sets benchmark in governance and accountability
Heritage Foods is emerging as a benchmark for ethical governance in India’s rapidly growing food and dairy space, according to a recent Economic Times report. As consumer scrutiny intensifies, the company’s governance practices — centered on transparency, fairness, and farmer welfare — are increasingly seen as a model for responsible business in food. At the…
Kerala validates herbal treatment for mastitis in cattle
Researchers in Kerala have gained scientific validation for ethno-veterinary medicines to treat mastitis in dairy cattle, according to reports. The effort was led by the Milma cooperative (Kerala Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation), which launched eight herbal formulations after five years of research. Among those formulations is Masticure, specifically designed to target mastitis. These herbal medicines,…
EU milk output at 161.8 million tonnes in 2024
According to Eurostat, farm production of raw milk in the European Union reached 161.8 million tonnes in 2024 — up by 0.9 million tonnes from 2023 and up by 12.1 million tonnes since 2014. Out of that total, roughly 150.8 million tonnes were delivered to dairies, where they were used to produce dairy products. Specifically,…
Dodla Dairy guides 10-12% growth, stable margins
Dodla Dairy Ltd has reported its Q2 earnings and maintained guidance for FY26 revenue growth of about 10-12%, with margins remaining stable. Company officials said they expect to hold their market share at around 6.5% in the domestic milk business. The firm emphasised that despite cost pressures and inflation in input supplies, it remains focused on…
Amul Plans to Export Dairy Products to Israel Soon
Amul — via its parent body GCMMF — is preparing to expand its exports to Israel significantly. Currently, it exports ghee, but managing director Jayen Mehta confirmed that the cooperative plans to ship a broader dairy portfolio soon, targeting not just the Indian diaspora but also the local Israeli market. To make deeper inroads, Amul…
HC Adjourns Plea; Vipul Chaudhary Remains Ineligible
The Gujarat High Court has adjourned the plea of Vipul Chaudhary, keeping him ineligible to contest the board elections of Dudhsagar Dairy (Mehsana) for the time being. Chaudhary, a former minister and ex-chairman, was convicted in July 2023 and handed a seven-year sentence for alleged financial mis-conduct tied to liquid feed supply to drought-hit Maharashtra…
Banas Dairy Wins National Water Conservation Award
Banas Dairy has been honored with a national award for its exceptional water conservation efforts. The cooperative’s commitment to sustainable practices not only raised its environmental credentials but also strengthened its operational resilience in the face of water stress. Through a mix of rainwater harvesting, solar-powered pumps and efficient water reuse systems, Banas Dairy has…
Traditional therapies for strengthening livestock health
Technical knowhow of three unique traditional health practices has been incubated to harness their therapeutic potential in treating heath issues in livestock. These involve management of ectoparasite infestation, enhancing milk production potential (Galactogogue properties) and prevention/treatment of retention of placental conditions among dairy animals. India’s rich biodiversity-based wisdom, especially in indigenous livestock healthcare, offers sustainable…