Friesland Campina Cuts November Milk Price as European Dairy Markets Soften
Friesland Campina, the Netherlands-based dairy co-operative, has announced a sharp reduction in its forward milk price for November supplies, cutting 5.92 c/l (excluding VAT) for milk at 3.3% protein and 3.6% fat. The move marks one of the most significant price reductions in the co-op’s history, reflecting the ongoing downturn in European dairy markets. The […]
Keys to Success in Mini Dairy Farming
Practical Guidelines for Sustainable and Profitable Operation Mini dairy farms are increasingly being recognized as a viable model for small and medium-scale dairy entrepreneurs in India. When managed well, they offer a balance between profitability, sustainability, and manageable operational scale. However, to succeed, farmers must adhere to key principles involving land use, animal management, feed […]
Mastitis and Metabolism: The Overlooked Connection
“During mastitis, immune cells accelerate glycolysis to support defence, while invading bacteria exploit host metabolism to drive their growth.” Abstract Mastitis, one of the costliest diseases in dairy herds, is increasingly recognized not only as an infectious disorder but also as a metabolic one. During infection, mammary and immune cells undergo profound metabolic reprogramming that […]
Punjab Launches Second Phase of Chief Minister Livestock Card to Strengthen Rural Economy
The Punjab government has inaugurated the second phase of the Chief Minister Livestock Card Programme, a strategic initiative designed to promote livestock development, improve rural livelihoods, and strengthen the province’s dairy and meat sectors. According to Deputy Director Livestock, Tanveer Ashraf Kalyar, the programme represents the government’s firm commitment to empowering smallholder and commercial farmers […]
Milky Mist Dairy Secures SEBI Nod for ₹2,035 Crore IPO
Milky Mist Dairy Food Ltd., one of India’s leading value-added dairy producers, has received approval from the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) to raise ₹2,035 crore through an initial public offering (IPO). The issue includes a fresh issue of ₹1,785 crore and an offer for sale of ₹250 crore by existing shareholders. A […]
Piyush Pandey: The Voice That Gave India Its Advertising Soul
India woke up to heartbreaking news on Friday, the passing of Piyush Pandey, the creative force who redefined Indian advertising. At 70, the man behind some of the country’s most loved campaigns left behind a legacy of storytelling, wit, and warmth that transformed how India viewed brands. From Fevicol’s “Egg” ad and Cadbury Dairy Milk’s […]
Dhagwar Milk Plant: Himachal’s Leap Towards a Modern Dairy Ecosystem
Himachal Pradesh is taking a major step towards dairy modernisation with the upcoming Dhagwar Milk Plant in Kangra, announced as the state’s most advanced dairy facility by Agriculture and Animal Husbandry Minister Chandra Kumar. The ₹225-crore project, nearly 41 per cent complete, will feature automated systems and advanced processing technologies to handle 100,000 litres of […]
Shankar Chaudhary Re-elected Chairman of Banas Dairy for Third Term
Gujarat Assembly Speaker and BJP MLA from Tharad, Shankar Chaudhary, has been re-elected unopposed as the Chairman of Banas Dairy, Asia’s largest dairy cooperative, marking his third consecutive term. The dairy’s board of directors also appointed Bhavabhai Rabari as Vice-Chairman. Both will serve a two-and-a-half-year tenure. Of the 16 board seats, 15 were filled unopposed, […]
Automation Drives Success for Patiala’s Progressive Dairy Farmer
From a modest start in 1999 to a thriving ₹4-crore enterprise today, Sikander Singh Swaich of Kheri Jattan village in Patiala district has redefined modern dairy farming in Punjab. At 43, he manages 215 Holstein Friesian (HF) cows at his Sikander Dairy Farm in Chaswal village, using advanced automation and scientific care to ensure both […]
Ukraine’s Dairy Market: Temporary Increases, Long-Term Stability
Ukraine’s dairy market is seeing a modest rise in prices for milk, kefir, and yoghurt, but experts describe it as temporary. According to Olena Zhupinas, Deputy General Director of the Association of Milk Producers, this increase is linked mainly to energy costs and blackout-related expenses, not to sustained inflation. Falling global dairy prices, especially for […]
