U.S. Livestock Breeders Hit Hard by China Tariffs
The U.S. high-end livestock breeding industry has suffered significant financial setbacks following China’s retaliatory tariffs implemented in April 2025. These tariffs, a response to U.S. trade actions, have led to the abrupt cancellation of lucrative export deals, particularly with China, a major importer of American animal genetics since its 2018 African swine fever crisis. Dr….
Sudha Milk Prices Hiked by ₹2–₹3/Litre in Bihar
The Bihar State Milk Co-operative Federation Ltd (Comfed) has announced a price increase of ₹2–₹3 per litre for Sudha milk, effective from May 22, 2025. This hike applies to all milk variants and is implemented across Bihar and Jharkhand. The decision comes in the wake of rising operational costs and follows similar price adjustments by…
Govt to Establish 3 Multi-State Cooperatives for Dairy Sector Growth
The Indian government has announced the formation of three new multi-state cooperative societies aimed at bolstering the dairy sector’s sustainability and efficiency. This initiative focuses on enhancing animal feed production, implementing effective dung management practices, and promoting the circular use of dead cattle residues. Union Cooperation Minister Amit Shah, who chaired the meeting on sustainability…
GDT Dairy Prices Dip 0.9% in Season’s Final Auction
The Global Dairy Trade (GDT) auction on May 20, 2025, concluded the 2024/25 season with a 0.9% decline in the price index, signaling a cautious market sentiment. Cheddar cheese experienced a significant drop of 9.2%, settling at an average of US$5,007/MT, while lactose plummeted by 13.2% to US$1,398/MT. Whole milk powder, a key product influencing…
AI-Driven Startup MooRakshak Boosts Dairy Yields
MooRakshak Bio Sciences, an agritech startup incubated at IIT Kanpur, is revolutionizing India’s dairy sector through precision cattle nutrition. Leveraging AI and image processing, the company provides data-driven, cost-effective feed recommendations tailored to individual cattle needs. This approach has led to increased milk yields, reduced greenhouse gas emissions, and improved farmer incomes. The startup’s platform…
India Eyes Dairy Export Boost Amid U.S. Tariff Shifts
Media reports have suggested that retaliatory tariffs against American dairy may create an opening for India. While such optimism is understandable, a closer look reveals that these expectations warrant a more cautious assessment. India, the world’s largest milk producer, produces about 240 mn tonnes of milk annually. Yet, it accounts for less than 0.5% of…
India to Ease Liquidation of Defunct Dairy Cooperatives
Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah announced that the central government will soon introduce a policy to expedite the liquidation of defunct Primary Agricultural Credit Societies (PACS) and facilitate the registration of new ones. This initiative aims to revitalize the cooperative sector, particularly in the dairy industry. The government plans to establish 200,000 new…
Dodla Dairy Q4 Profit Surges 45% to ₹68 Cr
Dodla Dairy reported a 45.12% year-on-year increase in consolidated net profit, reaching ₹67.96 crore for Q4 FY25, up from ₹46.83 crore in the same quarter last year. Revenue from operations grew by 15.51% to ₹909.62 crore, compared to ₹787.44 crore in the previous year. For the full fiscal year, the company achieved a profit after…
Comfed Expands Globally as Bihar’s Dairy Network Grows
The Bihar State Milk Co-operative Federation Ltd (Comfed), operating under the Sudha brand, is scaling up its operations with an eye on international markets. Established in 1983 under the guidance of Verghese Kurien, Comfed has transformed from a struggling state initiative into a cooperative with an annual turnover of ₹1,500 crore and profits nearing ₹40…
Revenue of Heritage Foods Soars by 9 percent to 4134 crore
The strong performance of Heritage Foods was attributed to increased market share in key segments such as curd and paneer, expanded distribution, and growth in its value-added products (VAP) portfolio. The VAP segment saw revenue jump 19% YoY to Rs 4,198 million and now contributes 40.6% of the company’s total revenue. Heritage Foods Limited, one…