Kuwait’s FMD Outbreak Cuts Milk Output, Prices Soar
A recent outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) has severely impacted Kuwait’s dairy sector, leading to a significant reduction in milk production and a sharp increase in prices. The disease has affected numerous local dairy farms, causing fresh milk prices to surge by nearly 40%. Dairy companies have reported operational cost increases of 30% to 40%…
Better Dairy Develops Animal-Free Osteopontin
UK-based startup Better Dairy has achieved a significant milestone by producing osteopontin—a bioactive protein prevalent in human milk—through precision fermentation using genetically engineered yeast. Traditionally, osteopontin extraction from cow’s milk is inefficient, requiring thousands of liters to yield just one kilogram, making it scarce and costly. Osteopontin plays a crucial role in infant development, impacting…
Quick Commerce Boosts Dairy Access in India
India’s quick commerce (q-commerce) sector is significantly enhancing consumer access to dairy products, reshaping traditional distribution models. Platforms like Swiggy Instamart, Zepto, and Blinkit are facilitating rapid delivery of dairy items, including milk pouches, curd, paneer, and butter, directly to consumers’ doorsteps. This shift is not only improving convenience but also expanding the market…
Katraj Dairy Raises Milk Prices by ₹2/Litre
Katraj Dairy, operated by the Pune District Cooperative Milk Producers’ Union, has increased the retail price of its milk by ₹2 per litre, effective May 13, 2025. Following this hike, full cream milk is now priced at ₹74 per litre, while toned milk costs ₹64 per litre. The decision was attributed to rising expenses in…
Dairy Giants Lag on Methane Cuts, Report Finds
A recent report by the Changing Markets Foundation reveals that major global dairy companies are inadequately addressing methane emissions, a potent greenhouse gas contributing significantly to climate change. Animal agriculture accounts for 32% of global methane emissions, with cattle farming being a primary source. Despite this, an assessment of 20 leading dairy and coffee shop…
Amul’s Protein Push Faces Brand Perception Challenges
Amul, India’s largest dairy cooperative, has ventured into the protein-enriched food segment to address the country’s significant protein deficiency—affecting 73% of the population, with only 9% awareness. Since 2022, Amul has introduced products like protein lassi and protein kulfi, aiming to make protein consumption more accessible to the masses. In 2025, Amul launched high-protein mango…
India’s Dairy Export Hurdles Amid U.S. Tariff Shifts
India, the world’s leading milk producer with an annual output of approximately 240 million tonnes, contributes less than 0.5% to global dairy exports. This limited export share is attributed to structural challenges within the Indian dairy sector, including a predominant focus on fluid milk, high production costs, and inconsistent quality standards. In contrast, the United…
Himachal Woman Earns Lakhs from Dairy in Mandi
MANDI: At Kun village under Kot panchayat of the Kotli sub-division in Himachal Pradesh’s Mandi district, a young woman is quietly transforming the landscape of rural entrepreneurship. Sakina Thakur, a postgraduate in history, has turned a modest beginning into a thriving dairy venture — one that now earns her over Rs 2 lakh per month and…
Danone Aims to Increase Stake in Epigamia to 60%
French food conglomerate Danone is in discussions to double its stake in Indian Greek yogurt and fruit dessert brand Epigamia from 30% to 60%. This move involves acquiring the 30% share currently held by Belgian private equity firm Verlinvest. Both Danone and Verlinvest presently hold approximately 30% each in Epigamia’s parent company, Drums Food International….
Heritage Foods Unveils 360° Campaign on Milk & Child Growth
Heritage Foods, a leading Indian dairy company, has introduced a comprehensive 360-degree brand campaign titled “The Power of Learning over Winning.” This initiative positions milk not merely as a nutritional staple but as a vital contributor to a child’s cognitive and emotional growth. Executive Director Brahmani Nara emphasized the company’s commitment to supporting mothers by…