India’s milk production could reach 300 Billion Litrs by 2030
India contributes to over 25% of global dairy production and has consistently held the top position as the world’s largest milk producer since 1997. In FY23, the country produced around 231 million tonnes of milk, registering a growth rate of 6% CAGR over the period. past decade. A report by NITI Aayog predicts that the […]
USDA Launches Trade Mission in India and visits Indian Dairy Association
U.S. Department of Agriculture Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs Alexis M. Taylor arrived in New Delhi today to launch a USDA-sponsored agribusiness trade mission. Taylor leads a delegation of officials from 47 U.S. agribusiness and farm organizations and 11 state departments of agriculture seeking to develop and expand business opportunities with importers […]
Planet vs Plastics One Earth, One Goal: Akshayakalpa Consumer Engagement in Recycling
As the world grapples with the devastating impact of plastic pollution, Akshayakalpa Organic is proud to announce its unwavering commitment to sustainability with its revolutionary ‘Give Back the Milk Pack’ initiative. On the occasion of World Earth Day, under the theme ‘Planet vs. Plastics,’ Akshayakalpa Organic reaffirms its dedication to combating plastic waste and forging […]
High Court notice to Centre on petition against use of Oxytocin for increasing milk production
The Punjab and Haryana High Court today issued notice of motion to the Union of India, among others, on a petition filed in public interest seeking action against dairy farmers “brutally causing cruelty to cows/cattle by using drugs as Oxytocin for increasing milk production for monetary benefits”. The notice by Division Bench of Acting Chief […]
Vet varsity warns against poor silage
The Directorate of Extension Education, Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana, organised a panel discussion to clarify the misconceptions around the use of silage and to educate dairy farmers against the adverse effects of poor-quality silage. Dr Parkash Singh Brar, Director of Extension Education, said the dairy industry in the state has […]
Sustainable Dairy Farming-Nestlé India’s ‘Biodigester Project
Nestlé India is demonstrating its unwavering commitment towards responsible sourcing and reducing emissions from the dairy farms with the ‘Biodigester Project’. The biodigester technology transforms cattle manure into clean biogas, reducing the carbon footprint of dairy farms. The remaining slurry is utilized as natural fertilizer, contributing to regenerative agriculture practices. As a part of this […]
Varanasi’s Tiranga Barfi Receive GI Tag
n a significant development, two iconic products from the historic city of Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, have been granted the coveted Geographical Indication (GI) status. In a significant development, two iconic products from the historic city of Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, have been granted the coveted Geographical Indication (GI) status. On April 16, 2024, the GI Registry Office based in Chennai […]
Banas Dairy announces hike of Rs. 15 per kg fat of Milk
Banaskantha: Asia’s largest dairy, Banas Dairy, has announced a hike in the purchase price of milk. The dairy today announced a pay hike of Rs 15 per kilogram of fat for milk producers. Previously, Rs 805 per kilogram of fat in milk was being paid in Banas Dairy, but now, with an increase of Rs […]
Donkey milk offered online at Rs 5,000 per litre in Gujarat
Dhiren Solanki, hailing from Gujarat, has established a donkey farm comprising 42 donkeys. Through supplying donkey milk to clients in the southern states, he achieves a monthly income ranging from Rs 2 to Rs 3 lakh. In a remarkable entrepreneurial endeavour, Dhiren Solanki from Gujarat has pioneered a unique venture by establishing a donkey farm […]
KMF to sponsor Scotland and Ireland cricket teams during T20 World Cup
Get ready to see the Nandini logo on the jerseys of Scotland and Ireland cricketers during the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup which will be held in June. The Karnataka Milk Federation, the dairy cooperative from the State which sells various dairy products under the brand name Nandini, will be sponsoring the two teams in […]