Bel Group backs precision fermentation
Global dairy giant Bel Group is betting on precision fermentation as the next big leap in dairy protein innovation. The company has partnered with French start-up Standing Ovation to develop key milk proteins—such as casein—through microbial fermentation rather than relying entirely on animal milk. The move, Bel says, is part of its broader goal to…
India must launch a “Green Fodder Revolution
India’s dairy sector, the world’s largest, is facing a silent crisis—an acute shortage of green fodder that threatens the productivity and profitability of millions of livestock farmers. As the country contributes nearly a quarter of global milk output, the gap between feed availability and demand could soon undercut its growth story. According to estimates, India…
Nestlé Q2: Revenue Rises, Profit Slips on Cost Surge
Nestlé India’s Q2 FY26 results reflect a classic growth-versus-cost tug of war. While revenue climbed ~10.6% YoY to ₹5,643.6 crore, net profit fell ~17.4% to ₹743.2 crore, as input costs and expenses surged. Domestic sales reached ₹5,411 crore, marking the highest ever quarterly domestic revenue for the company. The dip in profit is partly due…
The Dairy Bar: Consumer Holiday Dairy Spending Outlook
The Dairy Bar: Consumer Holiday Spending Outlook; High-Protein Whey; and EU Milk Production in a Minute! Quick Bites: High Protein Whey Shines High protein whey demand has been skyrocketing, bringing prices to new heights. High protein whey continues to outperform other dairy markets, and anecdotal reports indicate that whey protein isolate (WPI) recently topped $10…
Microplastic Found in Cheese Spark Health Concern
A new study by researchers from the University of Padua, Italy, has found microplastic particles in nearly all dairy samples, raising concerns about food safety and long-term health effects. The study analyzed 28 dairy samples, including milk, fresh cheeses like mozzarella and paneer, and aged cheeses such as cheddar and Parmesan. While milk showed an…
Iconic Sweet Shops Keep India’s Mithai Heritage Alive
India’s packaged sweets market is now valued at ₹7,268 crore, seeing a steep surge in demand during festive seasons such as Diwali and New Year. ([Daily Jagran][1]) But beyond numbers, it’s the enduring legacy of India’s oldest sweet shops that continues to captivate taste buds and hearts. Bhagat Halwai in Agra, founded in 1795 by…
Nestlé CEO cuts 16000 jobs Amid Global Sales Slump
New CEO Philipp Navratil Announces Sweeping Layoffs Over Two Years, Citing Need to Accelerate Change After Sales Decline to €71 Billion. Nestlé, the colossal Swiss food manufacturer, has announced massive global restructuring that includes eliminating 16,000 jobs worldwide over the next two years. The drastic measure was revealed by the new chief executive, Philipp Navratil, in a statement addressing the multinational corporation’s performance. This move…
Abbott’s Project Ksheersagar Boosts Dairy Yields
Global healthcare company Abbott, in partnership with TechnoServe India, has launched Project Ksheersagar to strengthen India’s local milk supply chain and empower small dairy farmers. The initiative has helped 12,000 farmers raise milk yields by 55% while cutting veterinary costs by 60%. Operating across Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu, the project has already…
Heritage Foods decline in Q2 profit on higher milk costs
Heritage Foods reported a 5% year-on-year rise in consolidated net profit to ₹50.99 crore for Q2 FY25, supported by steady revenue growth but constrained by higher input costs. Total income grew to ₹1,112.5 crore, up from ₹1,019.5 crore in the same quarter last year, while total expenses increased nearly 11% to ₹1,059.2 crore, narrowing operating…
Safer antimicrobials developed to prevent bovine mastitis
A research collaboration between Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore, the Singapore-MIT Alliance for Research & Technology (SMART), and MIT (USA) has developed a new class of antimicrobial compounds — oligoimidazolium carbon acids (OIMs) — that could revolutionize bovine mastitis prevention. Mastitis, a chronic udder infection, costs the global dairy industry an estimated US$22 billion annually…