China Extends Tariffs on EU Dairy Imports Amid Escalating Trade Tensions
China has announced the extension of countervailing tariffs on dairy imports from the European Union, intensifying trade frictions between Beijing and Brussels and adding further pressure to global dairy markets already grappling with weak demand and geopolitical uncertainty. According to China’s Ministry of Commerce, the tariffs will come into effect on Tuesday and apply to […]
India–New Zealand Free Trade Agreement: Balancing Trade Liberalisation and Dairy Sector Protection
On 22 December 2025, India and New Zealand announced the conclusion of an ambitious Free Trade Agreement (FTA) designed to expand bilateral economic cooperation, enhance market access and accelerate two‑way trade in goods, services and investment. This pact reinforces India’s strategy of forging diversified global trade partnerships while safeguarding key sectors of domestic economic importance — […]
Fonterra CEO Reflects on $4.2bn Mainland Deal and a Year of Strategic Reckoning
Fonterra’s $4.2 billion divestment of its global consumer business, now rebranded as Mainland Group, stands out as the defining strategic milestone of the year, marking a decisive shift in the cooperative’s long-term direction. The sale to French dairy major Lactalis not only delivered one of the strongest payouts in Fonterra’s history but also reaffirmed the […]
India–New Zealand Trade Talks Regain Momentum: Doubling Bilateral Trade in Five Years on the Agenda
India and New Zealand should target doubling bilateral trade within the next five years, according to a recent report by the Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI), as both countries move closer to concluding a long-pending comprehensive free trade agreement (FTA). The renewed push reflects a shared strategic interest in diversifying trade partnerships amid global economic […]
Punjab Slashes Registration Fee for Cooperatives, Boosting Dairy Sector Prospects
In a move set to energise grassroots-level enterprise in Punjab, the state government has significantly reduced the registration fee for new cooperative societies in agriculture, dairy, and fisheries — from ₹10,000 to just ₹1,000. This bold policy step aims to empower small and marginal farmers, streamline the formation of cooperatives, and strengthen rural livelihoods. Punjab […]
India’s Dairy Sector at a Crossroads: Scale, Adulteration Risks and the Shift Towards Value Addition
India continues to dominate the global dairy landscape, accounting for nearly one-fourth of the world’s milk production. With global milk output estimated at approximately 966 million tonnes, India produced around 239 million tonnes in 2023–24, supported by a per capita availability of 471 grams per day. This scale not only reinforces India’s position as the […]
Godrej Jersey’s ₹99 High-Protein Paneer Aims to Democratise Everyday Nutrition in India
Godrej Jersey has entered the fast-growing high-protein dairy segment with the launch of its High Protein Paneer priced at ₹99, a strategic move designed to make quality protein more accessible to Indian households. Each pack delivers 30 grams of protein, is produced from real milk, and offers a super-soft texture, positioning the product as both […]
Odisha Entrepreneurs Raise $4 Million to Build India’s Largest Smart Protein Facility
Odisha-born entrepreneurs Dr Jayashankar Das and Dr Padmaja Mohanty are emerging as key innovators in India’s animal nutrition and biotech sectors. Their startup, Elmentoz Research Pvt. Ltd., has raised $4 million in seed funding from Indian and Norwegian angel investors. As a result, the company is preparing to scale its sustainable feed solutions for poultry, […]
EFSA Assesses Risk of US Avian Influenza in EU Dairy Sector, Recommends Biosecurity Measures
Enhanced Surveillance and Biosecurity Urged for EU Dairy Sector Amid US H5N1 Outbreak The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has assessed the risk of the highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) strain recently detected in dairy cattle across the United States, concluding that the probability of its arrival in Europe remains very low. However, the agency […]
Centre Strengthens Dairy Sector Through Infrastructure and Farmer Support
The Government of India has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening the dairy sector through targeted policy measures and sustained investment. In a recent response in the Lok Sabha, the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying outlined the progress made under the National Programme for Dairy Development (NPDD) and allied initiatives. These measures reflect the […]
