In a decisive move to strengthen transparency in the dairy cooperative system, the Karnataka Information Commission (KIC) has ruled that the Karnataka Milk Federation (KMF) is a state body and must fully comply with the *Right to Information (RTI) Act. The order also extends RTI applicability to all district unions, including Bamul and Komul. The
Price Increase After 23 Months Goa Dairy has raised the price of full cream milk by ₹3 per litre. The new rate is ₹70, and it applies from 3 December. This is the first increase in almost two years. The cooperative says higher production and procurement costs led to the revision. New 500ml Pack Introduced
Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah has reinforced the strategic imperative for Indian cooperatives to expand into high-value dairy categories, clean energy, and integrated circular-economy models. His remarks came during the inauguration of Banas Dairy’s newly built Bio-CNG and fertiliser plant in Sanadar, located in Gujarat’s Vav–Tharad district. Shah also laid the foundation stone
India’s trade with Russia has grown fast in recent years. Total trade now stands near $70 billion. However, most of this value comes from India’s oil imports. India exported only $4.9 billion in FY2025 but imported $63.8 billion, leaving a trade deficit of $58.9 billion. Crude oil alone formed $50.3 billion of these imports. As
Twelve dairy farmers from Latur district received the Dhawal Kranti Award for their strong performance in milk production. The ceremony took place in Karadkhel, Udgir tehsil, and it drew wide attention from the local dairy community. The organisers aimed to recognise farmers who use better practices and achieve consistent results. The award recipients were Satpal
India and Russia have intensified efforts to expand bilateral trade in fisheries, meat and dairy products ahead of the upcoming Modi–Putin meeting, with both sides focusing on removing long-standing market access barriers and accelerating regulatory clearances. In negotiations held in New Delhi on Thursday, India’s Minister for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying, Rajiv Ranjan Singh,
Second GMDA Milk Booth Opens at Adabari Northeast India’s largest dairy cooperative, Purabi Dairy, has opened its second prefabricated milk booth under its partnership with the Guwahati Metropolitan Development Authority (GMDA). The new kiosk, located near Atal Udyan, Adabari, aims to give park-goers, residents and daily commuters easier access to fresh dairy products. GMDA Chairman
Food Sector Set for Rapid Growth India’s food industry is on track to reach ₹170 lakh crore by 2033. RS Sodhi, President of the Indian Dairy Association, shared this outlook at The Economic Times Global Manufacturing Conclave 2025. He also said that the organised food manufacturing segment will grow to ₹40 lakh crore. This rise
Global butter prices have plunged 34% over the past six months, driven by simultaneous milk supply growth across the United States, New Zealand and other major exporting regions. The market is now facing entrenched oversupply, with little near-term relief in sight as production momentum in key origins remains strong. US Output Expands, Tightening Global Market
The Rajasthan government has reported significant progress in its dairy and animal husbandry sectors, highlighting a notable rise in milk production revenue, improved financial performance of cooperative milk unions, and accelerated expansion of processing capacity. According to the Chief Minister’s Office, annual turnover from milk production and cattle feed has increased from ₹8,000 crore to
