India–US Trade Deal Nears Finalisation; Tariffs May Drop to 15–16%
India and the United States are close to finalising a long-anticipated trade agreement that could reduce tariffs on Indian exports from 50% to around 15–16%, according to a Mint report. The deal, likely to be announced during the ASEAN Summit later this month, aims to resolve recent strains over trade, energy, and Russia-related sanctions. Energy […]
KMF’s Nandini Sweets Hit ₹46 Cr in Festive Sales, Up 38% YoY
The Karnataka Milk Federation (KMF) reported record-breaking sales of ₹46 crore from its Nandini sweets range during the 2025 Dasara and Diwali season, marking a 38% increase from last year’s ₹33.48 crore. KMF sold 1,100 metric tonnes (MT) of sweets, surpassing its 1,000 MT target. In 2024, sales had reached 725 MT. The federation credited […]
India Needs a Green Fodder Revolution to Sustain Dairy Dominance
To address the ongoing fodder crisis, India must adopt a multi-pronged approach that combines technology, innovation, and institutional support. First, promoting drought-tolerant, multi-cut fodder crops such as napier and sorghum can significantly improve year-round green fodder availability. Establishing village-level fodder zones and fodder banks would ensure localised reserves during lean periods. Simultaneously, farmers need training […]
UK Dairy Exports Surge 20% Despite Global Market Pressures
UK dairy exports recorded a strong performance in the first eight months of 2025, with export values up nearly 20% to £1.46 billion and volumes reaching 914,000 tonnes, according to HMRC data. The EU remained the top destination, accounting for £1.1 billion, with cheese and curd exports alone generating £458 million. This export growth comes […]
Festive Demand Fuels FMCG Growth: Dairy and Essentials Lead Diwali Surge
The festive season in India has given a significant boost to the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector, with Diwali sales soaring. Key drivers of this surge include reduced Goods and Services Tax (GST) rates, which have made essential goods like dairy, soaps, and oils more affordable. With strong sales reported across categories, companies such as […]
Irish Co-ops Cut Milk Prices as Oversupply Hits Market Returns
Irish dairy co-operatives have announced significant milk price cuts for September, citing global oversupply and falling market returns, especially for butter and cheese. Tirlán confirmed a September price of 42.08c/L (including VAT), down 4c/L on August, including a 0.5c/L Sustainability Action Payment. The average price paid on solids is 53.79c/L/L. Chairperson John Murphy said supply […]
Indira Mahila Dairy Scheme Boosts Women Empowerment in Telangana
Telangana Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka has urged women in Madhira to lead the nation in dairy production under the Indira Mahila Dairy Scheme. He said establishing a dairy was his lifelong dream, first planned in 2013 to provide two milch cows to 52,000 women in self-help groups. The plan was halted after state […]
FSDA Raids Uncover Widespread Dairy Adulteration in Mathura, Aligarh
In an intensified pre-festive crackdown, the Food Safety and Drug Administration (FSDA) uncovered extensive adulteration across dairies in Mathura and Aligarh districts between October 8 and 17. Multiple dairies in Mathura’s Bajna area, including Rakesh, Bhura, and Vishnu Dairy, were found using harmful substances such as palmolein oil, skimmed milk powder, and chemical additives in […]
Anita Dash: A Rural Woman’s Journey from Milk Vendor to ₹2 Crore Dairy Entrepreneur
India’s dairy sector is not only a vital economic driver but also a platform for empowering women. With over 70% of the workforce in dairy being female, small-scale dairy farming has become a gateway to entrepreneurship, especially in rural areas. Anita Dash from Balasore, Odisha, exemplifies this shift. Starting with just one cow in 2012, […]
Ajay Banga Highlights India’s Agricultural Innovation
At the World Bank’s 2025 Annual Meetings, World Bank President Ajay Banga praised India’s producer cooperatives and digital innovations for transforming smallholder agriculture. Banga highlighted these initiatives as global models for increasing farmers’ incomes and building resilience in the face of climate challenges. Producer Cooperatives: Connecting Farmers to Resources Banga stressed the critical role of […]
