The Telangana government is considering raising milk procurement prices for dairy farmers supplying to Vijaya Dairy. According to government sources, a proposal is under review to increase rates by ₹2 to ₹3 per litre for cow milk and ₹3 per litre for buffalo milk. Currently, Vijaya Dairy pays ₹42.24 per litre for cow milk and
Dairy farmers across Tamil Nadu are gearing up for a statewide protest on March 18, demanding a higher procurement price for milk and timely payment of incentives. With rising input costs, delayed payments, and competition from private dairies, farmers say their livelihoods are at stake. Aavin vs. Private Dairies: An Uneven Playing Field Addressing the
New Delhi: Around 10,000 biogas plants will be installed across 15 states, including Uttar Pradesh, over the next four years as part of a circular dairy programme to be implemented jointly by the National Dairy Development Board (NDDB) and Bangalore-based NGO Sustain Plus. “We have signed MoUs with over 26 milk unions across 15 states
Jaipur: The animal husbandry department, Tuesday, launched the sex-sorted semen scheme in Rajasthan, aiming to increase the likelihood of female calf births to 90%. The state govt has issued a work order to procure 1 lakh doses of sex-sorted semen, which will be used for artificial insemination to support dairy farmers in maintaining a steady
Paras Dairy enters the premium cheese market with Galacia Cheese, launched at Aahar 2025. Crafted from finest cow milk, this range promises quality, richness, and international standards.
Unauthorized Dairy Imports From India Create a Market Crisis Nepal’s dairy farmers are facing a severe financial crisis as unauthorized imports of dairy products from Indian border regions disrupt the local market. Despite the government setting the official price of milk with 4% fat and 8% Solid-Not-Fat (SNF) at Rs 65 per liter, many farmers
Milk Prices Are Rising—But Why? Milk, a staple in households worldwide, has become increasingly expensive across numerous countries. The rising costs are driven by a complex mix of economic, environmental, and geopolitical factors. From inflation and production costs to climate change and stricter regulations, dairy prices have surged, affecting consumers globally. Let’s break down the
A Dairy Giant Leading Global Production India holds the top spot as the world’s largest milk producer, contributing nearly 25% of global milk supply. With 89 million metric tonnes (98 million US tons) consumed annually, the country also boasts the highest milk consumption rate globally, far surpassing any other nation. But what makes India’s dairy
Legacy Meets Innovation: Hamdard’s Foray into Flavoured Milk Hamdard Foods India, the name behind the iconic RoohAfza, has officially entered the Ready-to-Drink (RTD) flavoured milk segment with the launch of Hamdard Asli Milkshakes. This expansion marks a significant milestone for the company as it diversifies into the growing nutritious beverage market. A Delicious, Quality-Driven Offering
A New Era for India’s Dairy Industry Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah recently inaugurated the “Workshop on Sustainability and Circularity in the Dairy Sector” in New Delhi. With India being the world’s largest milk producer, the event highlighted the need to shift towards a more sustainable, efficient, and circular dairy economy—aligning
