Maharashtra’s Dairy Sector: Tradition, Transformation, and the Road Ahead
A State at the Heart of India’s Dairy Economy Maharashtra, often celebrated as India’s sugar bowl, is equally a powerhouse in dairy. Contributing over 16 million tonnes of milk annually, the state accounts for around 6–7% of India’s total milk production. From the bustling markets of Mumbai and Pune to the drought-prone districts of Marathwada,milk […]
Fast vs. Slow Proteins: Unlocking the Digestive Secrets of Casein and Whey
Abstract Milk’s two main proteins—whey and casein—share the same origin but follow very different digestive paths. Whey is fast-acting: quickly absorbed, rapidly raising blood amino acid levels and triggering muscle growth. Casein, by contrast, digests slowly. It forms a gel in the stomach, releasing amino acids steadily over hours. These differences impact more than just […]
Global Dairy Prices Ease in August, But Market Remains Tight Amid Supply-Demand Divergence
In August 2025, the FAO Dairy Price Index slipped to an average of 152.6 points, marking a 1.3% decline from July and continuing its downward trajectory for a second consecutive month. However, when viewed on an annual scale, the index remains 16.2% higher than August 2024, reflecting the underlying tightness that continues to characterise global […]
GST Reset: A Defining Moment for India’s Dairy Sector
A Structural Shift in Taxation On 22 September 2025, the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council ushered in a landmark reform for India’s food and dairy industry. The new structure rationalises the earlier four-tier system into a streamlined two-slab regime, with essentials largely brought under nil or 5% GST. For dairy, the impact is immediate […]
Kraft Heinz to Split into Two Companies After a Decade
Kraft Heinz, the multinational food and beverage giant formed by the blockbuster $46 billion merger of Kraft and Heinz in 2015, has announced a historic split into two independent public companies by the second half of 2026. The strategic move, approved unanimously by the board, marks a dramatic unwinding of one of the largest food […]
📰 India Earns Global Spotlight with Four Finalist Positions at IDF Dairy Innovation Awards 2025
Indian Dairy Sector Recognised for Innovations in Sustainability, Animal Care, Climate Action, and Rural Empowerment India’s dairy industry has marked a significant global achievement with four innovations selected as finalists in the IDF Dairy Innovation Awards 2025, hosted by the International Dairy Federation (IDF). The winners will be announced on October 21, 2025, during the […]
GST Reforms Deliver Big Gains for Indian Dairy and Agri Sector: UHT Milk, Paneer, Ghee Now Cheaper
The 56th meeting of the GST Council, chaired by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, has delivered a much-anticipated tax reform that’s already energising the dairy, agriculture, and packaged food sectors. The Council has slashed GST rates across a wide range of value-added dairy products, fertilizers, and agri machinery, creating ripple effects across Indian stock markets and […]
Recent Cattle Disease Outbreaks in India: FMD, LSD Highlight Biosecurity Gaps
India’s dairy sector, which supports over 80 million rural households, is facing an urgent biosecurity crisis. From Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD) and Lumpy Skin Disease (LSD) to Brucellosis and Bovine Tuberculosis, outbreaks continue to disrupt milk production, reduce animal productivity, and threaten public health. Experts say that despite government programmes, poor enforcement of cattle laws, lack […]
Krishna Milk Union Launches Subsidised Sex-Sorted Semen to Boost Dairy Livelihoods
In a strategic move to enhance dairy productivity and support rural livelihoods, the Krishna Milk Union (KMU) has launched a subsidised sex-sorted semen distribution programme for dairy farmers across the combined Krishna district. The initiative was formally inaugurated at the KMU Meeting Hall in Chillakallu village on Monday. Key dignitaries at the event included Jaggaiahpet […]
dsm-firmenich Opens First Feed Additive Plant in India to Combat Mycotoxin Challenges
Jadcherla, Hyderabad: Global animal nutrition leader DSM-Firmenich Animal Nutrition & Health (ANH) has inaugurated its first feed additive manufacturing plant in India, a landmark step aligned with the ‘Make in India’ initiative and aimed at enhancing food safety and livestock productivity across the Asia Pacific. Located in Jadcherla, Telangana, the new plant features a manufacturing […]
