De Heus opens new feed mill in India – DairyDimension
RAJPURA, INDIA – De Heus India, part of the Netherlands-based De Heus Animal Nutrition, has inaugurated a new animal feed mill in Rajpura, Punjab, marking a $17 million investment in India’s livestock sector. The facility, one of the most advanced in the country, has an installed capacity of 180,000 tonnes annually, with the potential to […]
How Mother Dairy Intends To Milk The Festive Season – DairyDimension
Mother Dairy’s festive strategy is transforming the way the company meets India’s seasonal demand for dairy and food products. By scaling production, expanding distribution, launching festive packs, and embedding artificial intelligence (AI) into marketing campaigns, Mother Dairy aligns with evolving consumer preferences, particularly around convenience, health, and wellness. Indian consumers are increasingly mindful about their […]
Kanpur Authorities Crack Down on Adulterated Dairy and Food Products Ahead of Navratri
In a decisive move to safeguard public health during the Navratri festival, the Kanpur district administration has intensified its crackdown on adulterated food items, with a sharp focus on dairy products and other fasting-related consumables. Acting under the directives of District Magistrate Jitendra Pratap Singh, food safety teams conducted surprise inspections at multiple locations across […]
Punjab Imposes ₹3 Crore in Fines for Dairy Adulteration, Yet Prosecutions Lag Behind
In a significant development highlighting the ongoing challenge of food adulteration in India, the Punjab government has disclosed that it levied over ₹3.04 crore in penalties across 2,191 cases between January 2019 and December 2024—most of which involved adulterated milk and dairy products. The revelation was made via an affidavit submitted by the Department of […]
Gokul Dairy to Launch Ice Cream and Cheese Lines, Targets Summer 2026 Market
In a strategic bid to expand its footprint in India’s competitive value-added dairy segment, Kolhapur District Milk Producers Cooperative Federation Ltd., popularly known as Gokul Dairy, is set to enter the ice cream and cheese markets. The move is designed to take on established players like Amul and leading private dairy brands ahead of the […]
Mycotoxin Contamination in Prepartum Dairy Cows Linked to Shorter Gestation and Higher Calf Mortality
The presence of mycotoxins in prepartum dairy cow diets is emerging as a critical issue with profound implications on calving outcomes and herd productivity. New research highlights that mycotoxin contamination, especially during the dry and transition periods, may be a significant trigger for shortened gestation lengths, increased stillbirths, and reduced calf viability—issues that could threaten […]
Exclusive:India’s Dairy Sector Today ‘Anchoring Nutrition and Income Security’ – DairyDimension
Milk is a cornerstone of human nutrition, providing high-quality proteins, essential vitamins, and minerals that underpin growth, immunity, and overall health. India, as the world’s largest milk producer, contributes nearly a quarter of global supply, positioning its dairy industry at the intersection of food security and rural economic development. Rising Production and Supply India’s milk […]
Karachi dairy farmers demand milk price hike – DairyDimension
Karachi: The city’s dairy sector is at the centre of a major policy decision after farmers demanded an immediate rise of Rs. 50 per litre in milk prices, warning of protests if their concerns were not addressed. Dairy farmers, under the Dairy Farmers Association, announced at a press conference at the Karachi Press Club that […]
Government announces Rs 16 crore incentive for dairy producers on Navratri – DairyDimension
Ranchi | 29 September 2025 — In a significant boost to the Indian dairy industry, the Jharkhand government has disbursed ₹16 crore in incentive payments to nearly 60,000 dairy farmers, coinciding with the Navratri festival season. The funds cover pending incentives from April to August 2025 under the state’s dairy development scheme, which offers ₹5 […]
Jaipur Dairy Raises Milk Procurement Price by ₹25/Kg Fat Ahead of Diwali
Jaipur | 29 September 2025 — In a festive-season boost to dairy farmers, Jaipur Zila Dugdh Utpadak Sahakari Sangh (Jaipur Dairy) has announced a ₹25 per kg fat hike in its milk procurement price, effective immediately. The revision comes just days ahead of Diwali, India’s key dairy consumption season, and is aimed at providing financial […]
