Fonterra Reports Significant Profit and Updates Forecasted Milk Price
New Zealand’s dairy giant Fonterra announces a notable profit increase, forecasted milk prices, and strategic adjustments amid global uncertainty. Fonterra, the New Zealand co-op, has reported a profit after tax of NZ$1.158 billion for the third quarter, marking an 11% increase from the previous year. This surge of NZ$119 million in profits has led […]
Farmers in Dharmapuri Urge Aavin to Launch Local Production of Value-Added Dairy Products
With over 3.5 lakh cattle and buffaloes and daily milk production exceeding 5 lakh litres, Dharmapuri district stands as a stronghold in Tamil Nadu’s rural dairy economy. Yet, local farmers say they are not reaping the full benefits due to limited procurement by Aavin and the absence of local value-added dairy production. Currently, the state-run […]
a2 Milk Company Partners with Chinese Reviewer in Strategic Expansion
The a2 Milk Company collaborates with Daddylab to ensure product quality and safety in its ambitious expansion into China. The a2 Milk Company has engaged Daddylab, a prominent Chinese food quality and safety reviewer, to trace and test its products from farm to market as part of its strategic efforts to expand in China. On […]
GDT Auction Sees 1.6% Dip as EU Milk Volumes Decline and Butter Prices Stay High
June 2026 – The Global Dairy Trade (GDT) platform opened the new New Zealand dairy season on a mixed note, with prices for some key commodities falling while others posted modest gains. The overall GDT Price Index declined 1.6%, mainly driven by weaker prices for milk powders. According to GDT figures: Whole Milk Powder (WMP) […]
Weltec Biopower Expands Its Management Team
Weltec Biopower has announced the expansion of its management team to include Tobias Gerweler and Dirk Krumdieck in addition to current managing director Jens Albartus. As of 1 June 2025, Weltec Biopower has expanded its management team by adding Tobias Gerweler and Dirk Krumdieck, who join current managing director Jens Albartus. This move is a […]
Gujarat Strengthens Fight Against Antimicrobial Resistance in Livestock with Comprehensive State Action Plan
Gandhinagar, June 3 — In a significant move to protect livestock productivity and public health, Gujarat hosted a state-level workshop on Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR), jointly organized by the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) and the Animal Husbandry Department under the EU Tripartite AMR Pro”ect: “Working Together to Fight Antimicrobial Resis” ance.” The workshop brought together […]
Mymul Highlights Dairy’s Role in Powering Karnataka’s Rural Economy
In celebration of World Milk Day, the Mysuru Milk Union (Mymul) reaffirmed its commitment to empowering dairy farmers and promoting milk as a nutritional staple. At an event held at the Mymul plant in Siddhartha Nagar, Chairman R Cheluvaraju emphasised that dairy farming is not just a livelihood—it is the backbone of the rural economy. […]
AFI and MasterSense in Chile agreement
Arla Foods Ingredients has extended its distribution partnership with MasterSense for the Chilean market, aiming to expand their collaboration initiated in Mexico in 2024. Arla Foods Ingredients (AFI) has strengthened its partnership with MasterSense to enhance distribution in the Chilean market. This strategic move aims to boost their collaboration, which began in Mexico last year, […]
India-EU FTA Negotiations Accelerate, But Dairy Access Standoff Persists
India and the European Union are fast-tracking efforts to sign a comprehensive Free Trade Agreement (FTA), replacing the earlier plan for an interim deal. However, a significant hurdle remains: India’s resistance to opening up its dairy sector to European exports. Officials from both sides indicated that significant progress has been made across most of the […]
Milk Price Surge in Uruguay: Breaking Records
In April 2025, the price paid to milk producers in Uruguay hit an unprecedented milestone as it rose 11%, surpassing USD 0.43 per liter. In a significant development for the dairy industry, the price of milk in Uruguay increased by 11% in April 2025 compared to the same period in 2024, reaching $18.05 per […]
