Godrej Agrovet Limited (GAVL) has signed a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding with the Government of Andhra Pradesh to invest ₹70 crore in strengthening its dairy-processing operations under its subsidiary, Creamline Dairy Products Limited, which markets products under the Godrej Jersey brand. This planned investment marks a strategic step for the company as it aims to
Parag Milk Foods Ltd has displayed robust financial resilience in Q2 FY26, registering a 56.3% year-on-year rise in consolidated net profit to ₹45.65 crore alongside a 15.6% growth in total income to ₹1,025.98 crore. The company’s strong performance amid inflationary pressures reflects its ability to sustain growth through a focused brand strategy, disciplined operations, and
A recent study by St Jude Children’s Research Hospital has confirmed that standard pasteurisation completely inactivates the H5N1 avian influenza virus in milk, a finding that offers significant reassurance to the dairy industry and consumers alike. Researchers tested milk contaminated with H5N1 and found no viable virus after pasteurisation, even though viral RNA fragments remained
Britannia Industries Limited is charting a fresh course in India’s evolving dairy and nutrition landscape with the launch of ready-to-drink (RTD) protein beverages. This strategic move marks the company’s foray into the functional beverage segment, driven by a surge in consumer demand for convenient, health-oriented products. Under the stewardship of CEO-designate Dakshit Hargave, Britannia aims
India remains steadfast in ensuring that trade liberalisation does not compromise the welfare of its farmers, dairy producers, or workers, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal asserted at the Udyog Samagam 2025 conference. Reaffirming the government’s commitment to equitable trade partnerships, Goyal noted that while India is keen on forging strategic trade deals, it would
Carus Feed Division proudly announced the launch of its latest innovation, Fertihike, a Premium Trace Minerals and Vitamins formulation designed to support optimal health, productivity, and reproductive efficiency in dairy animals. The product was officially introduced during the company’s September Quarterly Meeting held in Ludhiana, in the esteemed presence of Dr Manish Pathak – Sales
Hatsun Agro Product Ltd (HAP), India’s largest private dairy company, is gearing up to introduce a new portfolio of high-protein dairy products over the next 3–6 months. Chairman RG Chandramogan outlined the company’s forward strategy in a recent ET Now interview, highlighting strong brand positioning, innovation, and aggressive retail expansion as key growth drivers. HAP
China’s dairy industry is facing structural strain as milk production surges to 42 million tonnes, exceeding national targets, while domestic demand continues to contract. The imbalance has pushed raw milk prices below production costs, triggering financial pressure across the supply chain and forcing smaller farms to reduce herd numbers or shut operations entirely. Beijing’s emphasis
Abundant milk supplies from key producing regions continue to depress global dairy commodity markets, with the latest Global Dairy Trade (GDT) auction recording its sixth consecutive decline. The overall index fell 2.4%, reflecting persistent downward pressure driven by oversupply conditions and softening demand. Whole milk powder (WMP), the market’s cornerstone product, dropped 2.7% to US$3,503/MT,
Arla Foods has paused its methane-reducing feed trial after completing a UK-wide evaluation of Bovaer, a supplement developed by DSM-Firmenich to lower methane emissions from dairy cows. The additive, tested across 30 Arla farms, reportedly reduces methane by up to 45%, but remains the centre of industry debate. The trial sparked controversy when it launched
