Australian Dairy Farmers Warn of Industry Collapse
Australia’s dairy industry is facing a critical juncture as farmers contend with milk prices that fail to cover production costs, compounded by the financial burdens of recent droughts and floods. Ben Bennett, President of Australian Dairy Farmers (ADF), highlighted that despite a modest 5% increase in milk prices, these adjustments are insufficient to offset the…
New Zealand’s Butter Prices Surge, Prompting DIY Churning
New Zealand, renowned as the world’s leading dairy exporter, is grappling with a domestic butter price surge of 65% over the past year, elevating the average cost of a 500g block to NZD $7.42. This escalation is attributed to global supply constraints and robust international demand, particularly from Asia and the Middle East, which have…
UP to Scale Village-Level Milk Procurement Network
The Uttar Pradesh State Rural Livelihood Mission (UPSRLM) is scaling up its dairy procurement operations, aiming to collect milk from all 97,000 villages across the state. The model replicates the successful Balinee Milk Producer Company, currently operational in Bundelkhand, and will empower women dairy farmers via self-help groups (SHGs). At present, 2.64 lakh women across…
Global Dairy Sector Eyes Growth Amid Challenges
The global dairy industry enters 2025 with cautious optimism, balancing growth prospects against persistent challenges. Key factors influencing this outlook include: Production Trends: Major dairy-producing regions anticipate modest increases in milk production. For instance, British milk production is forecasted to grow by over 1% in 2025, rebounding from earlier setbacks due to unfavorable weather and…
Heritage foods to increase VADP share from 37% to 50%
As the world commemorated World Milk Day on June 1, the spotlight once again turned to the vital role of dairy in ensuring nutrition security, rural employment, and economic resilience—especially in a country like India, the world’s largest milk producer. Despite rapid urbanisation and evolving consumer preferences, over half of India’s dairy market remains unorganised,…
Trendy products driving dairy purchases in China
Chinese consumers are no longer satisfied with simply drinking more milk, and they are focusing on better quality dairy items. The popularity of trendy dairy products such as milk tea and yogurt ice cream has contributed to the overall growth of dairy product consumption, according to a new report. Chinese consumers have changed from passive…
KMF sets milestone with record daily milk collection of 1.06 crore litres
The Karnataka Milk Federation (KMF) has set a new benchmark in the state’s dairy sector by collecting an all-time high of 1.06 crore litres of milk in a single day. This record, achieved from May 22 onwards, has been attributed to favourable pre-monsoon rains and improved availability of green fodder. According to KMF, this marks…
After US, Amul launch milk in Spain and EU
After making waves in the United States, home-grown dairy giant Amul has now stepped into Europe, launching its fresh milk products in Spain and the European Union (EU). The Gujarat Co-operative Milk Marketing Federation Limited (Amul Fed) announced a strategic partnership with Spain’s premier dairy cooperative, Cooperativa Ganadera del Valle de los Pedroches (COVAP), to bring…
Nigeria to double milk output to 1.4 mln tons within 5 years
The strategy includes a national livestock council and a six-pillar growth program. Public-private partnerships with firms like Arla and Promasidor drive sector momentum. Nigeria, the largest milk and dairy market in West Africa, is advancing a strategy to boost local production and reduce import dependence. Minister of Livestock Development Idi Mukhtar Maiha announced that the…
India’s FPOs: Unlocking Dairy Sector Potential
A comprehensive study published in Nature examines the evolution and challenges of Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs) in India, highlighting their transformative role in the agricultural sector, including dairy. Analyzing 64 peer-reviewed articles from 2002 to 2023, the research underscores the significance of FPOs in enhancing market access, financial inclusion, and technological adoption for small and…