Maharashtra Could Boost Milk Production with Subsidies, Says Hasan Mushrif
Maharashtra Urged to Consider Milk Subsidy Model Maharashtra’s Medical Education Minister Hasan Mushrif has called on the state government to introduce a subsidy for milk farmers. He pointed to Karnataka’s subsidy of ₹5 per litre as a proven example. According to Mushrif, the policy significantly increased milk production in the neighbouring state and strengthened its […]
Maize as a High-Energy Feed: A Sustainable Game-Changer for Indian Livestock Nutrition
As feed costs surge and fodder scarcity intensifies across many parts of India, the livestock sector is being pushed to adopt more innovative, more sustainable feeding solutions. In this context, maize (corn) is gaining attention as a versatile, high-energy feed that supports both nutritional efficiency and climate-resilient agriculture. From silage to grain and gluten by-products, […]
Ukraine’s Dairy Market Faces Another Price Surge in 2026
Another Price Increase Expected in 2026 Ukraine’s dairy market will face another rise in prices at the start of 2026. Analysts expect milk, butter and fermented dairy products to become 7–10% more expensive in January. Economist Volodymyr Chizh links this increase to higher production costs. Producers can no longer absorb these expenses without raising prices. […]
Three Dairy Licences Suspended in Indore Ghee Adulteration Crackdown
In a significant enforcement action underscoring mounting regulatory scrutiny of India’s dairy sector, the district administration and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) have suspended three dairy manufacturing licences in Indore following the detection of extensive irregularities in ghee production and marketing. The action follows a detailed inspection at Palda-based Shri Ram Milk Food & […]
India–Brazil Sign Landmark B2G MoU to Advance Dairy Cattle and Buffalo Genomics
India and Brazil have signed a landmark tripartite Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to jointly advance dairy cattle and buffalo genomics. The agreement introduces a first-of-its-kind cross-continental genetic improvement programme and signals deeper cooperation between two of the world’s largest dairy-producing nations. Importantly, this MoU represents the first business-to-government (B2G) collaboration in bovine genomics between India […]
Telangana Dairy Plans 400–500 Vijaya Dairy Parlours to Strengthen Milk Procurement Network
Telangana Dairy Development Cooperative Federation Ltd (TDDCF) has outlined an ambitious retail expansion strategy aimed at reinforcing its farmer-linked milk procurement system and improving market penetration for Vijaya Dairy products across the state. The federation plans to establish 400–500 new Vijaya Dairy Parlours over the next three to four years, a move expected to significantly […]
Global Dairy Trade Index Falls as Global Oversupply Pressures Prices into 2026
The Global Dairy Trade (GDT) price index declined by 4.3% in early December, reflecting persistent oversupply and softening global demand as 2025 draws to a close. The latest auction results underline the continued imbalance in international dairy markets, with milk production in all major exporting regions expanding simultaneously, an uncommon alignment that is exerting downward […]
Maharashtra Plans New Fodder Policy After Heavy Rains Hit Dairy Farmers
The Maharashtra government is working on a new fodder policy to strengthen the dairy sector after unseasonal rains caused serious damage this year. Minister of State Ashish Jaiswal said the heavy deluge between June and September led to fodder shortages and major cattle losses across several districts. As a result, many dairy farmers faced severe […]
Amul Extends Sponsorship with Argentina Football Association for Fourth Consecutive Year
Indian dairy major Amul has renewed its partnership with the Argentina Football Association (AFA) as the Official Regional Sponsor for another season, marking the fourth year of collaboration between the cooperative and the reigning FIFA World Cup champions. Amul became the first Indian brand to serve as a regional sponsor in Argentine football history when […]
PAI Partners Targets Animal Nutrition Growth with Purchase of Innovad Group
PAI Partners has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Innovad Group, a global provider of speciality feed additives serving the livestock and animal health sectors. The transaction, backed by the IK IX Fund, will see Innovad’s management team, led by Chief Executive Officer Ben Letor, reinvest in the business. Completion is expected in the […]
