Reimagining Milk Through Ultra-Filtration
Brands like Quest Nutrition, Pioneer Pastures, and Nurri are transforming traditional dairy by introducing ultra‑filtered milk—a process that concentrates protein, reduces sugar, and enhances flavor and digestibility through advanced filtration techniques Three Distinct Approaches, One Shared Vision Quest Nutrition capitalizes on its protein-focused identity, producing milkshakes with 45g protein and only 2g sugar, aimed at…
Cows, Codes, and Confidence: Changing Face of Indian Dairy
In the early hours of a typical morning in a bustling Bangalore household, a mother pours a glass of milk for her child—not with uncertainty, but with quiet assurance. Unlike previous generations, her confidence is not based solely on brand trust, but on verifiable information. A simple scan of a QR code on the milk…
Navigating China’s Oversupply: Growth Strategies in Dairy
After nearly 30 years of dynamic development, China’s dairy sector has emerged as the world’s second-largest. According to NielsenIQ, however, this juggernaut now faces a critical juncture: production has surged while per‑capita consumption lags behind. Between 2018 and 2024, raw milk output jumped 31.6%, while productivity per cow improved 11.7%. Yet in the same period, per‑capita…
GDT Index Falls; Butter and Cheddar remains strong
In the 17 June Global Dairy Trade (GDT) auction, the overall GDT Price Index fell 1.0%, settling at USD 4,389/tonne . Anhydrous Milkfat: Lost ground with a 1.3% price index decline, averaging USD 7,276/MT (€6,290). Butter: Strength continued, with a 1.4% index rise to USD 7,890/MT (€6,821). Cheddar Cheese: Notable increase of 5.1%, averaging USD 4,992/MT…
Koufuku International Limited redefines Bhutan’s dairy industry
Established as Bhutan’s first foreign direct investment (FDI) dairy venture, Koufuku International Limited (KIL) in Chenary, Trashigang, is transforming the dairy sector in eastern Bhutan. By sourcing milk from 19 milk groups and over 1,046 micro-farms and farmers groups, producing high-quality products, and expanding operations to meet growing demand, KIL is empowering rural livelihoods and promoting sustainability….
Rabobank Warns: Dairy Boom Faces Headwinds in H2 2025
Rabobank’s Q2 2025 Global Dairy Quarterly, titled “Too Good to Be True?”, signals rising downside risks for the global dairy outlook in the year’s second half. While the Brand Majesty of dairy producers—like New Zealand, Australia, the EU, South America, and the US—has supported steady prices in early 2025, a surge in production and weakening…
Barista Milk vs. Regular Milk: What Makes the Difference
Barista milk—whether dairy or plant-based—is specially formulated to foam and froth consistently at high temperatures, making it ideal for espresso-based drinks like lattes and cappuccinos . The key differences from regular milk include: Enhanced Fat & Protein ContentBarista milks often boost fat or protein to create a rich, velvety microfoam that holds shape and resists…
Milky Mist Readies ₹2,000 Cr IPO, Strengthens Value‑Added Focus
Tamil Nadu–based Milky Mist Dairy Food Ltd, known for its value-added dairy products such as paneer, probiotic curd, and sweetened condensed milk, is gearing up for a ₹2,000 crore (~USD 240 million) IPO with a target valuation of around ₹20,000 crore (~USD 2.3 billion) . Unlike traditional dairies focused on liquid milk, Milky Mist intentionally avoids commoditised segments to preserve margins…
Amul Invests in Solar Cold Chain to Strengthen Supply
Amul is accelerating its transition to a solar-powered cold chain in 2025, aiming to reduce spoilage, cut diesel costs, and build climate resilience amid India’s rising heatwaves. Leveraging its vast network—18,000+ village collection centers and IoT-enabled refrigerated trucks—this initiative upgrades both chilling infrastructure and transportation . Rural milk from smallholder farmers (who produce 95% of India’s…
PETA’s Dog‑Milk Billboard Disrespects India’s Dairy Heritage
PETA India’s provocative billboard campaign—posed in major cities with the tagline “If you wouldn’t drink dogs’ milk, why drink cow’s?” and an image of a child sipping dog milk—has sparked more outrage than debate. While intended to jolt consumers into veganism, the stunt undermines reasoned discourse on animal welfare, ignores India’s rich dairy heritage, and…