Britannia’s ‘Startup’ Gambit: High Stakes Against Regional Rivals

Dairy Industry

Britannia Industries has made a calculated move into the mass dairy segment with its ‘Startup’ brand, signalling a clear intent to challenge entrenched regional dairy players. Unlike its premium and mid-range offerings, Startup is positioned squarely at price-sensitive consumers, where local cooperatives and regional private dairies dominate through deep-rooted distribution and trust. Strategically, Startup reflects […]

Saputo Sells Controlling Stake in Argentina Dairy Unit to Grupo Gloria

Dairy Industry

Canada-based dairy major Saputo has agreed to sell an 80% controlling stake in its Argentina dairy business to Grupo Gloria, marking a significant portfolio realignment in Latin America. Under the deal, Saputo will retain a 20% minority interest in Molfino Hermanos, which operates two production facilities and owns established local dairy brands including La Paulina, […]

Alltech India Strengthens Scientific Capabilities with New Nutrition Service Laboratory and Bolus Plant in Pune

Alltech

In a significant development for the Indian dairy industry, Alltech India has inaugurated a state-of-the-art Nutrition Service Laboratory and Bolus Manufacturing Plant at its Pune production facility on 15 January. The expansion marks a strategic step in reinforcing science-led livestock nutrition, quality assurance and sustainable dairy farming practices across the country. The newly launched facilities […]

Danone and Probi AB Lead a Rapidly Expanding Europe Probiotics Market

Dairy Industry

The European probiotics market is entering a sustained growth phase, driven by rising consumer focus on digestive health, immunity and preventive nutrition. Valued at USD 15.73 billion in 2025, the market is projected to reach USD 20.56 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 5.5%. Demand spans functional foods and beverages, dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals […]

Sidel Delivers Britannia’s First Aseptic PET Line, Strengthening Winkin’ Cow Dairy Drinks Strategy

Dairy Industry

Global packaging solutions provider Sidel has delivered Britannia Industries Limited’s first-ever aseptic PET packaging line, marking a significant technological milestone in the company’s dairy beverages expansion under its Winkin’ Cow portfolio. Britannia entered the value-added dairy drinks segment in 2018, positioning Winkin’ Cow as a growth platform in an increasingly competitive and brand-driven market. The […]

India’s Dairy Exports to Bangladesh in a Changing Trade Landscape in resect of US Bangladesh Trade Deal

Dairy Industry

The recently announced United States–Bangladesh trade arrangement has triggered renewed discussion across South Asia about the future of dairy trade flows. While the agreement is bilateral in structure, its implications extend beyond Dhaka and Washington — particularly for India, which sits at the centre of the region’s dairy economy. From a Jordbrukare market intelligence perspective, […]

Government Reaffirms Dairy Protection in Trade Deals, Says Amit Shah

Dairy Industry

Union Home Minister Amit Shah has reiterated that India’s trade agreements fully safeguard the interests of farmers, including those in the dairy sector. He dismissed opposition claims that recent deals would harm domestic producers. Speaking at a public event in Gandhinagar, Shah stated that agriculture, dairy and fisheries remain protected in every trade negotiation. According […]

Rajasthan Doubles Dairy Infrastructure Fund, Signals Aggressive Cooperative Expansion

Dairy Industry

In a decisive push to strengthen cooperative-led dairy development, the Rajasthan government has doubled the Rajasthan Cooperative Dairy Infrastructure Development Fund from ₹1,000 crore to ₹2,000 crore in the Budget 2026–27. The announcement was made in the Assembly by Diya Kumari, Deputy Chief Minister and Finance Minister, signalling a renewed policy focus on scaling dairy […]