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 […]
U.S. and Global Milk Production on the Rise, But Prices Weaken
Milk production in the United States has seen significant growth, up more than 4% compared to the previous year, marking the strongest increase since 2021. This surge, driven by higher butterfat and protein levels, allows processors to produce more dairy products. However, the increased supply has led to price pressure, and dairy farmers can expect […]
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, […]
Dairy and Food Brands Drive India’s ₹9,000 Crore IPO Surge
India’s food and beverage sector is gearing up for a ₹9,000 crore IPO boom, with Milky Mist Dairy Food, Prestige Hospitality Ventures, and Orkla India (MTR Foods) leading the charge. Milky Mist, known for its dairy and ice cream products, plans a ₹2,035 crore issue. Prestige Hospitality, operating upscale hotels and restaurants, targets ₹2,700 crore, […]
Nigeria, ICRISAT Partner to Boost Feed Security with Crop Residue Innovation
Nigeria’s Federal Ministry of Livestock Development is partnering with the International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT) to convert crop residues into animal feed using locally made stover chopper machines with up to 90% efficiency. Minister Idi Mukhta Maiha stated that the move will reduce agricultural waste, make livestock feed more affordable, and […]
Global Milk Prices Drop Amid Over supply Pressure
Milk prices are under sustained pressure globally as rising production in key dairy regions continues to outpace demand. The imbalance has triggered a steady fall in returns across butter, cheese, and milk powder categories. According to the Irish Farmers Journal, milk output in major producing countries such as the US and Europe has increased by […]
UK Dairy Farmers Face Pressure as Milk Prices Drop
Dairy producers across the UK are under strain after sharp price cuts following a downturn in global dairy markets. Farmgate milk prices now range between 35p and 45p per litre, though autumn seasonality payments have softened the blow for some. Consultants report that farmers on manufacturing milk contracts are the worst affected, while those supplying […]
Abbott’s Project Ksheersagar Uplifts India’s Dairy Farmers
To ensure good nutrition begins with quality milk, Abbott partnered with TechnoServe in 2022 to launch Project Ksheersagar, a shared-value initiative aimed at empowering dairy farmers and strengthening India’s raw milk supply chain. Active across Maharashtra, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu, the project supports farmers through financial literacy training, business development, and modern dairy […]
Rising Demand in Dairy Drives Growth in Specialty Animal Feed Additives Market
The global Speciality Animal Feed Additives market is projected to grow from US$14.56 billion in 2024 to US$20.66 billion by 2031, at a CAGR of 5.2% from 2025 to 2031, according to QY Research. Driven by increasing demand for nutrient-rich feed, particularly in the dairy and livestock sectors, additives such as encapsulated methionine and sulphate […]
PM Modi Unveils ₹947 Crore Dairy and Livestock Projects to Boost Rural Self-Reliance
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated dairy and livestock projects worth ₹947 crore and laid the foundation for new initiatives worth ₹219 crore under a national Krishi Programme in New Delhi. The move aims to modernise rural infrastructure, enhance productivity, and promote self-reliance in agriculture and allied sectors. He launched the PM Dhan-Dhanya Krishi Yojana and […]
