NZ Milk Output Jumps 17.8% at Start of 2025/26 Season
At the outset of New Zealand’s 2025/26 dairy season, milk production surged 17.8% year-on-year—an unusually strong start even during seasonal low months (June–July) . ANZ agricultural economist Matt Dilly credits excellent pasture growth and a recovery from earlier drought, alongside improved reproduction metrics and reduced herd culling, for the lift in production potential . Feed…
Milk, eggs hit dynamic pricing via digital shelf labels
Electronic Shelf Labels (ESLs) are rapidly reshaping pricing dynamics in European and U.S. supermarkets, with direct implications for trade in dairy staples such as milk and eggs. As reported, major chains in Europe now adjust prices on items like milk dozens of times per day—especially during peak demand or holidays. U.S. retailers including Walmart, Kroger,…
India–US Dairy Trade Faces Tariff Jolt Amid Larger FTA Talks
India is preparing for a potential escalation in U.S. tariffs following disagreements around key sectors in ongoing FTA discussions. Among the sectors at risk, dairy trade is expected to face turbulence as the U.S. seeks lower tariff access for its cheese and dairy products. Currently, India protects its dairy industry with tariffs over 30%, guarding…
Dairy Processing centres and development in Bihar
Department of Animal Husbandry & Dairying (DAHD), Government of India is implementing the National Programme for Dairy Development (NPDD) scheme across the country to complement and supplement the efforts for milk processing infrastructure made by the State Government. NPDD scheme is being implemented with following 2 components: Component ”A” of NPDD focuses on creating/strengthening of infrastructure for quality…
Bhaskar uncovers Milk adulteration racket after 350-km chase
An investigation by Dainik Bhaskar has uncovered a massive milk adulteration racket operating across Rajasthan, with synthetic and chemical-laced milk being transported in tankers and supplied to dairies, and eventually into homes. The operation, uncovered over a month-long sting, reveals how toxic chemicals like urea, shampoo, and detergents are being mixed with real milk to…
Dairy disappointment at India-UK trade deal
At face value, the recently announced trade deal between the UK and India may, over time, be good news for Scottish distillers. However, there are likely to be fewer benefits and potential threats for our dairy sector writes NFU Scotland Milk Committee Chair Bruce Mackie. We would recognise that a vibrant agricultural sector is probably…
99% Tariff Elimination, Stronger India-UK Bilateral Trade
India and the United Kingdom have signed the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA), a bilateral free trade agreement marking a major milestone in their longstanding partnership. The agreement was signed by Commerce and Industry Minister Shri Piyush Goyal and UK Secretary of State for Business and Trade Mr. Jonathan Reynolds in the presence of Prime Minister Shri Narendra…
Dairy Minister Kumawat flags off Saras expansion in NCR
In a strategic push to expand the reach of Rajasthan’s Saras dairy brand beyond state borders, Dairy Minister Joraram Kumawat chaired a crucial meeting with distributors and traders in the national capital on Friday. The session, held in Delhi, focused on crafting a targeted marketing roadmap for Saras products in the DelhiNCR region. Minister Kumawat…
Relationship Farming Redefines Indian Dairy Model
A paradigm shift is underway in the Indian dairy sector, with “relationship farming” emerging as a critical model for sustainable growth and competitiveness. According to a recent analysis by The Hindu Business Line, this approach—built on long-term, trust-based partnerships between dairy processors and farmers—is moving beyond transactional milk procurement to a mutually beneficial ecosystem that…
Dairy, GM Foods Remain Red Lines in India-US Trade Talks
India has reaffirmed its firm stance on dairy and genetically modified (GM) foods as non-negotiable sectors in the ongoing bilateral trade negotiations with the United States. Despite renewed momentum to finalize a “foundational” trade pact ahead of elections in both countries, New Delhi has made it clear that any concessions allowing U.S. dairy imports or…