Gujarat Ranks Fourth in India’s Milk Production, Strengthens Animal Health Initiatives
Gujarat has emerged as a significant contributor to the Indian dairy industry, ranking fourth in annual milk production nationwide, according to the state’s Animal Husbandry Minister Raghavji Patel. Speaking at a state-level seminar at Gujarat National Law University (GNLU), Gandhinagar, Patel highlighted Gujarat’s strong performance in dairy development, crediting the vision of Prime Minister Narendra […]
US Tariffs on Indian Exports: A Wake-Up Call for India’s Dairy Sector
The United States’ decision to impose 25% “reciprocal tariffs” on Indian exports has sent shockwaves across multiple industries, with India’s dairy sector facing fresh uncertainties. The move comes after months of stalled bilateral trade agreement (BTA) negotiations, mainly because India refused to open its agricultural and dairy markets to heavily subsidised US agri-business. While New […]
Government Approves ₹2,000 Crore Grant to NCDC to Boost Dairy and Cooperative Sectors
PM Shri Narendr Modi Shared this information on X. The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved a landmark Central Sector Scheme titled “Grant-in-aid to National Cooperative Development Corporation (NCDC)” with a total financial outlay of ₹2,000 crore for 2025-26 to 2028-29. The scheme is set to transform India’s cooperative ecosystem—particularly the […]
Ludhiana Food Safety Drive Reveals 30% Failure Rate in Milk and Dairy Products
Ludhiana: Food safety concerns have resurfaced in Punjab’s industrial hub as the district health department revealed that more than 20% of all food samples collected between January and June this year failed quality tests. Alarmingly, milk and dairy products accounted for the majority of failed samples, raising consumer health concerns ahead of the festival season. […]
₹90-Crore High-Tech Dairy Plant in Tamil Nadu’s Namakkal Nears Completion; Trial Runs in November 2025
Namakkal, Tamil Nadu – The Indian dairy industry is on the verge of a significant transformation as an advanced ₹90-crore high-technology dairy processing plant in Namakkal nears completion. Supported by the National Dairy Development Board (NDDB), the facility has achieved 80% completion, with trial operations planned for November 2025 and full-scale production by January 2026. […]
Gyan Dairy Becomes First in India to Use Electric Vehicle for Milk Procurement
Lucknow: Gyan Dairy has introduced an Electric Vehicle (EV) for milk procurement, becoming the first dairy company in India to adopt this approach. The initiative aims to explore the potential of EVs in rural milk collection and transportation. The development was shared by Dr. Jatinder Kumar Sood, Vice President at Gyan Dairy, in a LinkedIn […]
Rajasthan to Revamp Dairy Booth Allocation Policy 2021; Focus on Speedy Allocation of 2,500 Booths
In a significant move for the Indian dairy industry, the Rajasthan government has decided to revise its Dairy Booth Allocation Policy 2021 to streamline and expedite the booth allocation process across the state. A five-member high-level committee has been formed to review and amend the existing policy, ensuring greater transparency and efficiency. The decision was […]
Areete Business Solutions Secures Patent for IoT-Based Cattle Health and Heat Monitoring System “Ayushman Cowfit”
In a significant milestone for India’s agri-tech and dairy technology sector, Pune-based Areete Business Solutions Pvt. Ltd. has been granted a patent for its indigenous innovation, the “IoT-Based Cattle Health and Heat Monitoring System”, commercially known as Ayushman Cowfit. The patent (No. 568852) was officially granted on 18th July 2025, further strengthening the company’s commitment […]
A&N Administration Conducts Intensive Animal Infertility Intervention Drive Across 83 Villages
Sri Vijaya Puram, July 30: The Department of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Services (AH&VS), Andaman & Nicobar (A&N) Administration, has successfully concluded a two-week animal infertility intervention drive (July 16–29, 2025) aimed at improving livestock productivity and supporting rural farmers’ livelihoods. The initiative reached 83 villages across the Islands’ rural regions and focused on addressing […]
Bihar Cabinet Approves Five New Dairy Plants Worth ₹316 Crore to Boost Milk Production and Employment
The Bihar cabinet has approved the establishment of five new dairy plants, including two milk powder processing units, at an estimated cost of ₹316 crore. The move aims to harness the state’s dairy potential, enhance milk supply, and create employment opportunities at the local level. According to the Cabinet Secretariat Department’s Additional Chief Secretary S. […]
