June 2025 | Dairy Dimension News
In a resounding validation of cooperative-led brand power, three dairy giants—Amul, Mother Dairy, and Nandini—have secured top ranks in the Brand Finance India 100 – 2025 report. The UK-based brand valuation consultancy recognised these brands for their financial strength, market performance, and trustworthiness.
🏆 Top 5 Indian Food Brands in 2025
- Amul — $4.1 billion
- Mother Dairy — $1.15 billion
- Britannia
- Nandini (KMF) — $1.079 billion
- Dabur
🇮🇳 Amul India’s #1 Food Brand and Global Dairy Icon
The Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation (GCMMF), the parent of Amul, continues to dominate India’s food industry, boasting a brand value of $4.1 billion and ranking 17th among all Indian brands. It distributes over 24 billion Amul packs annually across more than 50 countries, with a daily procurement of 32 million litres of milk from 3.6 million farmers.
“This recognition reflects the collective efforts of millions of dairy farmers and our unwavering commitment to quality and affordability,” said Jayen Mehta, Managing Director, GCMMF.
🏙️ Mother Dairy Climbs to #2 in Food Rankings
Mother Dairy, based in the Delhi-NCR region and wholly owned by the National Dairy Development Board (NDDB), rose from third to second place, with a brand value of $1.15 billion. It also moved from 41st to 35th on India’s overall Top 100 brands.
In FY 2024–25, Mother Dairy reported revenues of ₹17,500 crore, marking a 16% growth. Besides dairy, it has diversified into edible oils (Dhara), produce and pulses (Safal), and frozen snacks. Karnataka is among the top 5.
Nandini, the flagship brand of the Karnataka Milk Federation (KMF), retained its fourth place with a brand value of $1.079 billion, up $139 million from last year. Nandini also jumped from 43rd to 38th overall in the India 100 rankings.
“We thank our consumers, farmers, and partners. Nandini’s growth is a testament to the trust and nourishment we deliver every day,” said B. Shivaswamy, Managing Director, KMF.
📊 What the Rankings Reflect
Brand Finance evaluates brands using financial performance, market research, customer loyalty, brand strength, and stakeholder equity. In the food and dairy sector, high rankings highlight:
- Consistent consumer trust
- Scalable supply chains
- Cooperative-led branding success
- Competitive diversification into value-added products
🧠 Dairy Sector Insight
The year’s rankings validate India’s cooperative dairy model, led by GCMMF, NDDB, and state federations like KMF. As private FMCGs struggle to reach rural areas, these cooperatives are proving that farmer-owned brands can lead in value, scale, and brand equity, both in India and internationally.
