Manure Digesters: Climate Fix or Risk?
Manure digesters are increasingly promoted as a solution to cut greenhouse gas emissions from dairy farming, but a recent analysis highlighted by New Scientist suggests their real-world impact is more complex. These systems use anaerobic processes to break down manure and capture methane—a potent greenhouse gas—converting it into biogas for energy. While they can significantly…
Study Links Dairy Intake to Parkinson’s Risk
A recent study has found that higher dairy consumption—particularly milk—may be associated with an increased risk of Parkinson’s disease, adding to ongoing scientific debate around diet and neurodegenerative disorders. The findings are based on observational research analysing large population datasets, highlighting a potential link rather than a confirmed cause. The analysis covered over 6.34 lakh…
PLI Scheme Drives ₹9,200 Cr Food Investment
India’s Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme for Food Processing Industries has attracted over ₹9,200 crore (₹9,207 crore) in investments from 168 approved applicants as of December 31, 2025, significantly boosting the country’s food processing ecosystem. The scheme has already created processing and preservation capacity of around 35 lakh metric tonnes per annum, while total incentives worth…
Ludhiana Protest Flags Missing Milk Labs
In a striking protest in Ludhiana, members of Jagrati Sena gathered at Jagraon Bridge and used binoculars to “search” for milk-testing laboratories, highlighting the alleged absence of adequate testing infrastructure in the city. The protesters claimed they could not find even a single functional lab despite scanning the entire city, blaming authorities for failing to…
Biogas Shields Karnataka Dairy Homes from LPG Crisis
Dairy farming families in Karnataka equipped with biogas plants have remained largely unaffected by the ongoing LPG shortage, as cow dung-based energy systems provide a reliable and self-sufficient alternative for cooking fuel. The trend is especially visible in regions like Dakshina Kannada, where farmers have integrated dairy and energy production. Farmers with operational biogas units…
Milma Revenue Hits ₹4,624 Cr, Grows 6.44%
Kerala Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation (Milma) has reported a 6.44% growth in FY 2025–26, with total turnover rising to ₹4,624.21 crore from ₹4,344.60 crore in the previous fiscal, reflecting steady expansion despite rising input costs and competitive pressures. (Agro Spectrum India) A key growth driver was milk procurement, which increased 12.89% year-on-year, with average daily…
Chhattisgarh Cracks Down on Fertiliser Hoarding
Chhattisgarh has intensified action against fertiliser hoarding and black marketing, as part of a broader push to ensure timely availability of inputs while promoting sustainable and organic farming practices across the state. Authorities have strengthened monitoring mechanisms and warned of strict action against traders found violating supply norms. The state government is simultaneously encouraging farmers…
GDT 401 Sees Price Dip Amid Demand Caution
The latest Global Dairy Trade (GDT) Event 401 held on April 7, 2026, signalled a pause in the recent rally, with the overall GDT Price Index declining by an estimated –1.5% to –2.0%, bringing the average price to around USD 4,200–4,230 per tonne. This marks the first correction after a series of consecutive gains, reflecting…
Plant-Based Shift Cuts Food Emissions 35%
A new randomized clinical trial highlighted by the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine reveals that replacing meat and dairy with a low-fat vegan diet—including soybeans—can reduce diet-related greenhouse gas emissions by 35%, underscoring the climate impact of food choices. Published in BMJ Nutrition, Prevention & Health, the study found that this dietary shift delivers emissions…
Iran Conflict Squeezes Global Dairy Margins
The ongoing Iran conflict is creating ripple effects across the global dairy sector, with rising fuel, fertiliser, and logistics costs significantly increasing production expenses and squeezing already tight margins. Disruptions in key trade routes like the Strait of Hormuz have triggered sharp increases in input costs, impacting the entire dairy value chain from farm to…