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India’s Milk Safety Crisis Exposes Deep Cracks in the Dairy Supply Chain

For most Indian households, milk remains a daily staple and a symbol of nutritional security. However, recent enforcement actions reveal a troubling reality: a significant share of the country’s milk supply fails basic quality and safety standards. According to reporting by Business Standard, authorities in Sabarkantha, Gujarat, uncovered an illegal dairy unit that diluted 300 […]

Dairy Supply Chain Transparency: Mysuru Model Pays Farmers 40% Above Market

A technology-driven dairy enterprise near Mysuru is challenging India’s traditional milk procurement economics by combining premium pricing, traceability and sustainability to rebalance value distribution in favour of farmers, particularly women. Founded in 2022 by engineer-turned-entrepreneur Kamalesh Mandya, The Farming Buddha began commercial operations in mid-2023 with a clear proposition: pay dairy farmers up to 40% […]

2026 IDF Dairy Innovation Awards: Raising the Bar for Global Dairy Transformation

The global dairy sector is entering a decisive phase, shaped by climate pressures, cost volatility, shifting consumer expectations and rapid technological change. Against this backdrop, the launch of the 2026 IDF Dairy Innovation Awards on 2 March is more than a calendar event; it is a strategic signal of where the industry is heading. Organised […]

Lambagaon Milk FPO Transforms Rural Economy, Empowers 500 Farmers

In Himachal Pradesh’s Kangra district, the Lambagaon Milk Fed Farmer Producer Organisation has emerged as a compelling example of how collective action can reshape rural livelihoods. Established in May 2023 at Sua village, the FPO now brings together more than 500 farmers, enabling them to pool resources, access scientific support, and strengthen market engagement. A […]

De Heus Inaugurates KES 3 Billion Livestock Feed Plant in Kenya

Athi River, Kenya | 18 February 2026: De Heus Animal Nutrition has officially inaugurated its new state-of-the-art livestock feed manufacturing facility in Athi River, Machakos County, reinforcing its long-term commitment to Africa’s agricultural development and livestock productivity . The newly commissioned plant, built with an investment of KES 3 billion, approximately USD 23 million, has […]

Britannia’s ‘Startup’ Gambit: High Stakes Against Regional Rivals

Britannia Industries has made a calculated move into the mass dairy segment with its ‘Startup’ brand, signalling a clear intent to challenge entrenched regional dairy players. Unlike its premium and mid-range offerings, Startup is positioned squarely at price-sensitive consumers, where local cooperatives and regional private dairies dominate through deep-rooted distribution and trust. Strategically, Startup reflects […]

Saputo Sells Controlling Stake in Argentina Dairy Unit to Grupo Gloria

Canada-based dairy major Saputo has agreed to sell an 80% controlling stake in its Argentina dairy business to Grupo Gloria, marking a significant portfolio realignment in Latin America. Under the deal, Saputo will retain a 20% minority interest in Molfino Hermanos, which operates two production facilities and owns established local dairy brands including La Paulina, […]

Alltech India Strengthens Scientific Capabilities with New Nutrition Service Laboratory and Bolus Plant in Pune

In a significant development for the Indian dairy industry, Alltech India has inaugurated a state-of-the-art Nutrition Service Laboratory and Bolus Manufacturing Plant at its Pune production facility on 15 January. The expansion marks a strategic step in reinforcing science-led livestock nutrition, quality assurance and sustainable dairy farming practices across the country. The newly launched facilities […]