The festive season in India has given a significant boost to the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector, with Diwali sales soaring. Key drivers of this surge include reduced Goods and Services Tax (GST) rates, which have made essential goods like dairy, soaps, and oils more affordable. With strong sales reported across categories, companies such as
In a major push towards rural economic empowerment and dairy self-reliance, Telangana Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka has called on women in Madhira to lead the nation in dairy production under the revived Indira Mahila Dairy Scheme. Originally conceptualised in 2013, the vision aimed to transform the dairy landscape by providing two milch cows
Milk production in the United States has seen significant growth, up more than 4% compared to the previous year, marking the strongest increase since 2021. This surge, driven by higher butterfat and protein levels, allows processors to produce more dairy products. However, the increased supply has led to price pressure, and dairy farmers can expect
At the World Bank’s 2025 Annual Meetings, World Bank President Ajay Banga praised India’s producer cooperatives and digital innovations for transforming smallholder agriculture. Banga highlighted these initiatives as global models for increasing farmers’ incomes and building resilience in the face of climate challenges. Producer Cooperatives: Connecting Farmers to Resources Banga stressed the critical role of
India’s dairy sector is not only a vital economic driver but also a platform for empowering women. With over 70% of the workforce in dairy being female, small-scale dairy farming has become a gateway to entrepreneurship, especially in rural areas. Anita Dash from Balasore, Odisha, exemplifies this shift. Starting with just one cow in 2012,
In an intensified pre-festive crackdown, the Food Safety and Drug Administration (FSDA) uncovered extensive adulteration across dairies in Mathura and Aligarh districts between October 8 and 17. Multiple dairies in Mathura’s Bajna area, including Rakesh, Bhura, and Vishnu Dairy, were found using harmful substances such as palmolein oil, skimmed milk powder, and chemical additives in
Nigeria’s Federal Ministry of Livestock Development is partnering with the International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT) to convert crop residues into animal feed using locally made stover chopper machines with up to 90% efficiency. Minister Idi Mukhta Maiha stated that the move will reduce agricultural waste, make livestock feed more affordable, and
India’s food and beverage sector is gearing up for a ₹9,000 crore IPO boom, with Milky Mist Dairy Food, Prestige Hospitality Ventures, and Orkla India (MTR Foods) leading the charge. Milky Mist, known for its dairy and ice cream products, plans a ₹2,035 crore issue. Prestige Hospitality, operating upscale hotels and restaurants, targets ₹2,700 crore,
Dairy producers across the UK are under strain after sharp price cuts following a downturn in global dairy markets. Farmgate milk prices now range between 35p and 45p per litre, though autumn seasonality payments have softened the blow for some. Consultants report that farmers on manufacturing milk contracts are the worst affected, while those supplying
Milk prices are under sustained pressure globally as rising production in key dairy regions continues to outpace demand. The imbalance has triggered a steady fall in returns across butter, cheese, and milk powder categories. According to the Irish Farmers Journal, milk output in major producing countries such as the US and Europe has increased by
