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 […]
Biotangents Set to Revolutionise Dairy Farming Industry
Scottish biotech company Biotangents has developed the world’s fastest on-farm diagnostic device to address disease in dairy cows Bovine mastitis costs global industry around £20bn every year Antimicrobial resistance is one of the biggest threats to human and animal health globally, and technology aids correct use of antibiotics £2.3m investment led by St Andrews-based Eos […]
Prisoners eager for a career in dairy farming after their release
Up at the crack of dawn, these calves have given inmates at a regional Victorian prison something to care for and strive toward. The men have been braving the frost, feeding the calves by hand, and ensuring their every need is met. They’ve also been learning about the journey the calves will take to become […]
Can India Emerge as a Global Leader in Sustainable Dairy farming?
India’s dairy industry, bolstered by decades of public-sector investment and international partnerships, is the largest in the world. In 1965, the National Dairy Development Board (NDDB) was established to transform dairying into an instrument for the development of India’s rural sector. Farmer cooperatives sprang up around the country, collecting and processing milk and other dairy […]
Water Footprint of Milk in India
The water footprint of Milk production in 2022 in India is more than half that of total water required for irrigation in 2025. Isn’t it something alarming for all stakeholders to find ways to create paradigm shift in efficiency and sustainability of dairy ing in our country ? Following my recent article on the five […]
Harvesting Health: Revolutionizing Living Spaces with Urban Farming in Delhi NCR
Recently we came across numerous media feeds on Delhi High court taking cognisance of providing safe milk to the urban population in Delhi NCR region. State of Peri-urban dairy farming in Delhi NCR Observing that “citizens are consuming” milk products “which may not be very safe”, the Delhi High Court said it will set up […]
Environmental enrichment in dairy farming: Enhancing emotional lives of cows
It is a well-known fact that emotions play a pivotal role in the lives of animals. Various studies and researches have shown that the influence of the environment on the emotions of dairy cows is significant enough, and can be thoroughly interpreted through its behaviour. The impact of environment on emotions A fresh and verdurous […]
Here is What Apple’s Formula Could Mean for Dairy Technology
Apple’s unparalleled success has fundamentally transformed public expectations surrounding technology. Known for its user-friendly interfaces, robust data security, and unwavering commitment to sustainability, Apple has redefined the benchmarks for technological achievement. Even Apple’s packaging is designed to delight. This legacy of innovation and user accessibility hasn’t just democratized technology for the average consumer; it has […]
National conference on “Smart and Sustainable Dairy Farming”
National conference on “Smart and Sustainable Dairy Farming” was organised by Indian Dairy Association, West Zone in association with Indigenous Cattle Research cum Training Centre (ICRTC) of Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth, Rahuri (MPKV) and BAIF Development Research Foundation at Agriculture College, Pune during 5-6 January 2024. The program was attended by about 300 delegates representing academic […]
Dairy Darbar” Program Enlightens Villagers On Dairy Farming
Mission Director, Dairy Development, N S Bali, today inaugurated “Dairy Darbar” program organized by Jammu and Kashmir Milk Producers’ Cooperative Limited in Dollian Jatta village, Hiranagar sector, district Kathua. The event, a unique initiative of the government of J&K, was attended by around 400 milk producers associated with JKMPCL of the region. The program was […]