South Indian Dairy Giant to Invest ₹1,100 Crore in Baramati MIDC Phase 2
Baramati cements its position as India’s premier dairy and confectionery manufacturing hub By Dairy Dimension Bureau | Baramati | June 2025 A leading dairy company based in South India is reportedly planning to invest ₹1,100 crore (131 million USD) in setting up a state-of-the-art manufacturing plant in Phase 2 of the Baramati Maharashtra Industrial Development […]
NITI Aayog Recommends Lowering Agri Tariffs for US Trade, Safeguards Dairy and Poultry
By Dairy Dimension Policy Desk | New Delhi | June 2025 In a significant policy advisory, NITI Aayog has recommended that India reduce tariffs on select U.S. agricultural imports, including genetically modified (GM) soybeans and corn, to strengthen bilateral trade relations. The proposal aims to strike a balance between strategic trade gains and protection for […]
EU Whey Association Clarifies WPI Status Amid Regulatory Scrutiny; India’s Nutraceutical Sector Watches Closely
By Dairy Dimension Policy Desk | Brussels/New Delhi | June 2025 In a critical clarification aimed at regulatory authorities and industry stakeholders, the European Whey Processors Association (EWPA) has formally asserted that standard Whey Protein Isolate (WPI) should not be considered a “novel food” under the EU’s Novel Food Regulation (EU) 2015/2283. The document, issued […]
📰 Amul Bets on Solar Cold Chain to Protect India’s Dairy Supply Amid Climate Pressure
By Dairy Dimension News DeskPublished: June 2025 | Source: Logistics Insider Magazine As India grapples with extreme heat and energy volatility, Amul, the flagship brand of the Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation (GCMMF), is deploying an ambitious solar-powered cold chain strategy to safeguard its dairy supply. The move not only tackles climate-induced spoilage but also […]
Milky Mist Eyes Growth in High-Protein Dairy as Value-Added Segment Surges
By Dairy Dimension News DeskReading Time: 4 minutes As Indian dairy consumption evolves beyond liquid milk, Milky Mist Dairy, based in Erode, Tamil Nadu, is intensifying its focus on value-added dairy products, betting on high-protein offerings and nutritional innovation to drive premium growth. CEO K. Rathnam, in a recent interview, stated that the company is […]
US–China Trade Truce Signals Broader Reset, India May Be Next in Line
In a significant development that could reshape global trade dynamics, the United States and China have reached a framework agreement aimed at de-escalating long-standing trade tensions. President Donald Trump announced via social media that a deal with China is “done,” pending final endorsement by President Xi Jinping. The deal paves the way for renewed cooperation: […]
Telangana Dairy Leaders Push for GST Clarity on Flavoured Milk as Legal and Trade Confusion Looms
Hyderabad, June 12: Dairy stakeholders in Telangana are urging the state government and GST Council to address inconsistencies in the Goods and Services Tax (GST) classification of flavoured milk—a value-added dairy product central to local livelihoods and expanding consumer markets. Led by K. Balakrishna Reddy, Secretary of the Indian Dairy Association and Head of Operations […]
Food safety is everyone’s responsibility, says Commissioner Lalvena – DairyDimension
Science-Led Food Safety Urged Across Dairy, Restaurants, and Quick-Commerce Platforms in Tamil Nadu Chennai, June 7: As part of World Food Safety Day 2025 celebrations, Tamil Nadu reinforced its commitment to science-driven food safety practices spanning dairy production, restaurants, and fast-growing quick-commerce platforms. Speaking at a symposium at the College of Food and Dairy Technology […]
Rising Concerns Over Antibiotic Residues in Indian Milk Spark Industry-Wide Push for Safer Practices
India Tightens Scrutiny on Antibiotic Residues in Milk Amid Public Health and Export Concerns June 2025 | New Delhi: The Indian dairy sector is under increasing regulatory and public scrutiny as the prevalence of antibiotic residues in milk continues to raise red flags for consumer health, dairy processing quality, and international trade compliance. A recent […]
NITI Aayog Backs Selective Tariff Cuts to Boost India–US Agricultural Trade
As India and the United States advance negotiations toward a bilateral trade agreement (BTA), a timely working paper by NITI Aayog proposes a pragmatic roadmap to unlock agricultural trade opportunities while safeguarding domestic interests. Authored by NITI Aayog Member Ramesh Chand and Senior Adviser Raka Saxena, the paper recommends a dual-track strategy—balancing short-term tariff reductions […]
