Brewing Stability: CSIR Transfers Indigenous Coffee Crema Technology to Tata Consumer Products
A long-overlooked aspect of coffee science, foam stability at high brewing temperatures, has culminated in a significant technology transfer between India’s premier public research institution and one of the country’s leading FMCG players. Nearly a decade of research at CSIR-CFTRI has resulted in the development of an indigenous technology capable of producing stable coffee foam […]
₹50-Crore Sudha Dairy Plant in Gaya Signals Magadh’s Next Dairy Growth Phase
Bihar’s dairy sector is set for a structural upgrade as Sudha Dairy, under the umbrella of COMFED, moves ahead with a ₹50.27-crore greenfield dairy processing plant in Gaya. Designed with a processing capacity of 2 lakh litres per day (LPD), the facility is expected to significantly reshape milk procurement, value addition, and rural employment across […]
DKMUL’s Summer Incentive Signals Cooperative Strategy to Cushion Rising Dairy Farm Costs
The decision by Dakshina Kannada Cooperative Milk Producers’ Union Ltd (DKMUL) to introduce an additional ₹1 per litre milk incentive reflects a calibrated cooperative response to mounting cost pressures in India’s southern dairy belt. Effective from 21 February to 31 May 2026, the measure is aimed at stabilising milk procurement during the lean summer months, […]
India’s Milk Safety Crisis Exposes Deep Cracks in the Dairy Supply Chain
For most Indian households, milk remains a daily staple and a symbol of nutritional security. However, recent enforcement actions reveal a troubling reality: a significant share of the country’s milk supply fails basic quality and safety standards. According to reporting by Business Standard, authorities in Sabarkantha, Gujarat, uncovered an illegal dairy unit that diluted 300 […]
Dairy Supply Chain Transparency: Mysuru Model Pays Farmers 40% Above Market
A technology-driven dairy enterprise near Mysuru is challenging India’s traditional milk procurement economics by combining premium pricing, traceability and sustainability to rebalance value distribution in favour of farmers, particularly women. Founded in 2022 by engineer-turned-entrepreneur Kamalesh Mandya, The Farming Buddha began commercial operations in mid-2023 with a clear proposition: pay dairy farmers up to 40% […]
2026 IDF Dairy Innovation Awards: Raising the Bar for Global Dairy Transformation
The global dairy sector is entering a decisive phase, shaped by climate pressures, cost volatility, shifting consumer expectations and rapid technological change. Against this backdrop, the launch of the 2026 IDF Dairy Innovation Awards on 2 March is more than a calendar event; it is a strategic signal of where the industry is heading. Organised […]
Lambagaon Milk FPO Transforms Rural Economy, Empowers 500 Farmers
In Himachal Pradesh’s Kangra district, the Lambagaon Milk Fed Farmer Producer Organisation has emerged as a compelling example of how collective action can reshape rural livelihoods. Established in May 2023 at Sua village, the FPO now brings together more than 500 farmers, enabling them to pool resources, access scientific support, and strengthen market engagement. A […]
De Heus Inaugurates KES 3 Billion Livestock Feed Plant in Kenya
Athi River, Kenya | 18 February 2026: De Heus Animal Nutrition has officially inaugurated its new state-of-the-art livestock feed manufacturing facility in Athi River, Machakos County, reinforcing its long-term commitment to Africa’s agricultural development and livestock productivity . The newly commissioned plant, built with an investment of KES 3 billion, approximately USD 23 million, has […]
Britannia’s ‘Startup’ Gambit: High Stakes Against Regional Rivals
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
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, […]
