ICAR-NDRI Unveils Goat Milk Cottage Cheese, Joha Rice Kheer, and Biodegradable Packaging on World Milk Day
In a significant stride toward innovation and sustainability, the ICAR–National Dairy Research Institute (NDRI), Karnal, introduced a range of value-added dairy products and eco-friendly packaging solutions on the occasion of World Milk Day, celebrated under the theme “Let’s Celebrate the Power of Dairy.” At the event attended by students, researchers, and the media, NDRI showcased […]
Indian Dairy Sector to See 11–13% Revenue Growth in FY26, VAP Leads the Charge
India’s dairy sector is poised for a robust revenue growth of 11–13% in FY2025–26, buoyed by strong consumer demand and the rising dominance of value-added dairy products (VAPs), according to a recent analysis by ratings agency CRISIL. With growing urbanisation, evolving dietary preferences, and a shift towards health-focused consumption, the value-added product segment, which includes […]
Dairy Farmers Set to Protest in Jaipur Over ₹550 Crore in Unpaid Dues, Union Leaders Divided
The simmering tensions in Rajasthan’s dairy sector are set to boil over as thousands of dairy farmers plan a major sit-in protest at Jaipur’s Shaheed Smarak on June 2, demanding the urgent release of long-overdue payments under the Dairy Support Scheme and for milk powder supplied to state-run programs. Organized by Ajmer Dairy Chairman Ramchandra […]
Chandigarh Study Confirms Verka’s UHT Milk as a Game-Changer in School Nutrition and Environmental Education
May 29, 2025 — A landmark study led by Verka and supported by Punjab University, the Chandigarh Department of Education, NGO Yuvsatta, and Tetra Pak India has revealed exceptional support for UHT (Ultra-High Temperature) milk among schoolchildren. Conducted under the PM Poshan (Mid-Day Meal) initiative, the program reached 4,484 students across government schools in Chandigarh. […]
Cabinet Approves Transfer of Mahanand Dairy to NDDB for 5-Year Management
Mumbai: In a major decision, state cabinet on Wednesday approved handover of the Mahanand Dairy management to National Dairy Development Board (NDDB) for the next five years to strengthen the apex organisation in the cooperative milk sector. Mahanand is a venture of Maharashtra State Cooperative Milk Federation Ltd (MSCMFL) and is one of the top […]
Mother Dairy Announces Rs 750 Crore Investment for Establishment of 2 Dairy Processing Plants
Mother Dairy will invest Rs 650 crore to set up two new plants for processing of milk as well as fruits and vegetables to expand its business amid rising consumer demand. Mother Dairy, which is a leading milk supplier in Delhi-NCR, will also invest another Rs 100 crore to expand capacities of its existing plants. […]
ICRIER Study Emphasizes Improving Market Access for Livestock and Fisheries to Boost Farmers’ Income
New Delhi: Potential for increasing farmers’ incomes lies primarily in moving towards animal husbandry and pisciculture, finds a study led by prominent agricultural economist Ashok Gulati and three other researchers. Titled “New Deal for Agriculture for Viksit Bharat@2047”, the study, which was published by the Indian Council for Research on International Economic Relations (ICRIER) earlier this […]
Ernakulam Dairy Farmers to Receive Heat Index-Based Cattle Insurance Scheme
Ernakulam zonal union of cooperative milk producers has come out with a heat index-based cattle insurance scheme to protect dairy farmers from sharp fluctuations in milk production during the summer, marked by rising temperature. The insurance net will be available during April and May, said M.T. Jayan, chairman of the union in a press release. […]
Dairy Federation Urges Government to Include Milk in Mid-Day Meals as Supply Surges by 30%
Indore: Madhya Pradesh State Cooperative Dairy Federation has appealed state govt to include milk in its mid-day meal and aganwadi schemes since it is receiving more than 30 per cent surplus milk daily. The federation assistant general manager Aseem Nigam said, “Milk supplies are high. We are collecting around 30 per cent more milk everyday. […]
PM inaugurates NDDB’s dung-based biogas plant in Varanasi Milk Union.
Anand: Shri Narendra Modi Ji, Hon’ble Prime Minister of India inaugurated NDDB’s 4000 cubic mtr (per day) capacity cattle dung-based biogas plant at Varanasi on 7 July 2023 in the gracious presence of Smt Anandiben Patel, Hon’ble Governor of Uttar Pradesh, Shri Yogi Adityanath, Hon’ble Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh and other eminent dignitaries. Terming […]
