550 Kg of Fake Paneer Seized in Mumbai: FDA Busts Cheese Analogue Racket
In a major crackdown on dairy adulteration, the Mumbai Police, in coordination with Food and Drug Administration (FDA) officials, seized 550 kilograms of “cheese analogue” falsely sold as malai paneer from two local dairy outlets in Antop Hill on August 25. The operation targeted Om Cold Drink House and Shri Ganesh Dairy, along with a […]
India’s Dairy Industry at a Crossroads: Trade Barriers, Fake Products, and Food Safety Concerns Dominate Discussion
As India refrains from finalizing a trade agreement with the United States, several sectors—including dairy—are facing the ripple effects. While the broader impact spans multiple export categories such as seafood and manufactured goods, the dairy industry, both protected and under pressure, remains central to India’s strategic decisions. Why India Declined the Deal: Strategic and Domestic […]
Jaipur Dairy’s ₹15 Cr Saras Sweets Plant: Strategic Step Towards Diversification and SMP Optimization
In a significant product diversification initiative, Jaipur Dairy, operating under the trusted Saras brand, has announced the launch of its own line of traditional Indian sweets. The move comes alongside the commissioning of a ₹15 crore semi-automated sweets production facility, developed with the technical expertise of the Indian Dairy Machinery Company (IDMC) and equipped with […]
Kerala Cracks Down on Adulterated Milk Ahead of Onam: A Wake-Up Call for Dairy Supply Safety
As Kerala prepares for the Onam festival—one of the state’s most extensive milk consumption periods—the government has launched an aggressive campaign to curb the entry of adulterated milk into the market. The Dairy Development Department and the Food Safety Authority have announced a 24/7 inspection campaign from August 31 to September 4, focusing on Kerala’s […]
Punjab Launches Elite HF & Jersey Gene Bank Under GADVASU–PDFA Pact to Boost Dairy Productivity
In a strategic move to enhance milk productivity and cattle genetics in Punjab, Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (GADVASU) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Progressive Dairy Farmers’ Association (PDFA). This landmark agreement aims to create a state-level gene bank for elite Holstein Friesian (HF) and Jersey breeds, which […]
US-EU Trade Pact Sets New Dairy Trade Rules: Why India’s Smallholder Dairy Sector Should Be Cautious
The recently announced US-European Union Framework on Reciprocal, Fair, and Balanced Trade marks a critical shift in how major dairy-exporting economies may define and enforce future trade norms. While the joint statement is broad in language, its underlying tone suggests a calibrated regulatory convergence, particularly in high-stakes sectors such as agriculture and dairy, both of […]
24 Banned Oxytocin Bottles found at dairy, sample sent for testing – DairyDimension
In a serious breach of dairy safety norms, 24 bottles of banned oxytocin were discovered during an official inspection at a private dairy farm in Jasnawali village, Bulandshahr, Uttar Pradesh. The Food Safety Department has seized the bottles and dispatched samples for lab testing, according to a report by DrugsControl Media Services dated August 22, […]
Amul and Nandini: Strategic Synergy Over Competition in India’s Cooperative Dairy Sector
In a significant yet often overlooked example of inter-cooperative collaboration, the Karnataka Milk Federation (KMF), known for its popular Nandini brand, has quietly emerged as a key supplier of ice cream to Gujarat-based dairy giant Amul, run by the Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation (GCMMF). Between 2022 and 2025, KMF supplied nearly 12,000 litres of […]
📰 Zimbabwe Opens Doors to Amul and Sumul: New Dairy Trade Possibilities with India Emerge
In a significant development for India’s dairy export ambitions, Zimbabwe’s Vice President Constantino Chiwenga has formally welcomed Indian dairy giants Amul and Sumul to explore trade and investment opportunities in his country. Speaking at the ‘Chalo Zimbabwe’ programme organised by the Chamber of Commerce in Surat, Chiwenga invited Indian firms to tap into Zimbabwe’s incentive-rich […]
🐄 Tamil Nadu Opens Door to Private Firms for Artificial Insemination Under New Bovine Breeding Act
Nearly six years after its initial passing, the Tamil Nadu Bovine Breeding Act has officially come into force—bringing a sweeping transformation in how cattle breeding is regulated across the state. Under the new law, registration of bulls is now mandatory even for natural mating, including those used in Jallikattu. Bulls must be registered on the […]
