Most of our early calvers are hitting their peak intakes now, and it is always something worth keeping an eye on to make sure cows have access to enough feed in March as a cow which is calved six weeks will eat a lot more feed than a freshly calved cow. The herd is averaging
President Donald Trump has issued a new warning about imposing additional tariffs on Canadian goods, including lumber and dairy, despite offering a temporary reprieve just one day earlier. In an Oval Office address on Friday, Trump accused Canada of unfair trade practices, particularly regarding U.S. dairy exports, which are subject to a hefty 250% tariff
March 07, 2025 In a landmark initiative for India’s dairy and animal husbandry sector, Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel virtually inaugurated a state-of-the-art semen production unit in Dama village, Deesa Taluka, Banaskantha. The project, spearheaded by Banaskantha Dairy, was launched via videoconferencing from Gandhinagar. The event witnessed participation from Shankarbhai Chaudhary, Speaker of the Gujarat
March 07, 2025 Karnataka Milk Federation (KMF), which markets its dairy products under the popular Nandini brand, is poised to make a significant leap in its national expansion strategy. After successfully launching its fresh dairy products, including milk and curd, in the National Capital Region (NCR) last year, KMF is now set to establish its
Rabobank has revised its milk price forecast for the 2024-2025 season, increasing it by 30 cents to $10/kg MS. The adjustment is driven by slower but steady global dairy production growth and evolving market dynamics. Global Dairy Production Forecast: 0.8% Growth in 2025 In its latest quarterly report, Rabobank projects that milk production across the
Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation (Amul), the country’s largest milk cooperative, has been ranked as the third most valued brand in India in the prestigious YouGov India Value Rankings 2025. Notably, Amul is the only Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) brand in the top three list, alongside e-commerce giants Amazon and Flipkart.
India has completed a comprehensive review of its agricultural tariff regime and is considering rationalizing import taxes in sectors where domestic farmers would be least affected. The move is also aimed at fostering mutually beneficial trade relations with the United States, according to two officials who spoke on condition of anonymity. The state-owned think tank,
The three-day conference, themed “Indian Dairying – Global Growth, Local Strength”, has brought together policymakers, industry leaders, dairy cooperatives, dairy farmers, and experts to discuss the future of the Indian dairy sector. The 51st Dairy Industry Conference (DIC), organized by the Indian Dairy Association (IDA), was inaugurated today in Patna, Bihar. The three-day conference, themed
Fonterra, New Zealand’s largest dairy cooperative, has officially discontinued the carbonzero certification for its Anchor milk brand, a move that has sparked concerns about the company’s long-term commitment to sustainability. The decision affects five specialty Anchor milks—Anchor Organic, Anchor Protein+, Anchor Zero Lacto, Anchor Silver Top, and Anchor Calci+—which had previously achieved carbonzero certification through
The global dairy industry is experiencing significant shifts, with butter prices climbing due to persistent market scarcities and fluctuating supply chain dynamics. Recent reports indicate that butter prices have risen notably in both the Global Dairy Trade (GDT) auction and European spot markets, reflecting increasing competition for limited supply. Recent Market Trends At the latest
