How Amul Went On To Become The Largest Dairy In The Country
Before we gained our independence, milk farmers were frequently exploited. At that time, the large corporation Polson used to purchase milk from them for a low price in Gujarat and then sell it for a high price. The farmers had had enough of it and approached Tribhuvandas Patel, a prominent local figure. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel…
Paneer costs much more than poultry; here’s why
Still on the fence about whether to cook shahi paneer or butter chicken for your weekend dinner party? Before you whip out that recipe book, here’s a lesser-known fact that might help you make a decision — paneer, or cottage cheese, is costlier than chicken. Chicken currently costs around Rs 274 a kg, while paneer is…
World’s largest producer of milk hits a dry patch
In March 2022, a full-cream packet of Amul milk cost ₹60/litre. The one-litre pouch now costs ₹66. Since 2021, milk prices in India have been on a boil. Prices have been hiked across brands and the recent hike in February 2023 was Amul’s fifth increase since 2021. In April 2023, the average price for a…
Ice creams fly off shelves as cruel summer beats down
Ice cream makers are betting big on omni-channel sales with offerings spanning mass, mass premium, and premium categories even as they are hopeful of clocking 15-20% growth in sales this summer. The sweltering heat amid rising mercury levels has led to increased demand in several regions across the country, particularly southern India. With temperatures expected…
Nestle India posts 25% jump in Q1 profit
India was a bright spot for global consumer goods major Nestle in the March quarter, reporting a 24.7% year-on-year growth in consolidated net profit to Rs 737 crore, while consolidated revenue rose 21% for the period versus last year to Rs 4,831 crore. The results beat Street estimates by a wide margin, with a poll of analysts…
Stability In Milk Prices Only By Oct-Nov 23: R S Sodhi
The increase in milk prices over the last few months has been the topic of hot discussion in India. The prices of milk have seen a sharp rise of 14 to 15 per cent, which is more than the inflation. Milk inflation has been the second largest factor (after cereals) in driving up retail inflation…
Dairy Has A Special Role In Making Women Self-Reliant: Murmu
Therefore, there is a need to provide them with more opportunities in education, training and skill development. Women should also be provided easy loans and market access to set up ventures in the dairy sector, Murmu said. President Droupadi Murmu on Monday said the dairy sector has a special role in making women self-reliant and…
Village in Madhya Pradesh gives out dairy products free
Two good quality cows can give up to 40 litres of milk daily. One litre of full cream milk costs around Rs 60 in Bhopal, which translates into a daily maximum income of Rs 2,400/daily. Despite rising inflation, the residents of Chudiya in Betul district of Madhya Pradesh have been letting go of this potential…
Buying Amul not against Karnataka’: FM Nirmala Sitharaman
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman spoke out on the recent controversy surrounding the entry of Amul into Karnataka, stating that the accusations of bringing in Amul to kill Nandini were “brazen.” Speaking at the Thinkers Forum in Karnataka, Sitharaman alleged that the issue had been tweaked and twisted for political gain during the upcoming Assembly…
Sudha milk to get dearer by Rs 3 per litre from April 24 in Bihar
Consumers in Bihar will have to pay more for Sudha milk from April 24 as the Bihar State Milk Cooperative Federation Limited (Comfed) has decided to hike milk prices. The new rates, which have already been implemented, will affect all types of milk and will see an increase of Rs 2 to Rs 3 per…