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GDT 405: Fat prices recover, powders correct
The latest Global Dairy Trade auction (Event 405 held on June 2, 2026) has changed the market narrative once again. After two consecutive events where powders were showing resilience, Event 405 indicates that the global dairy market is moving into a more complex balancing phase, where milk fats have regained strength while powder prices have...
Integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Dairy Management
Integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Dairy Management Dr Bhupendra Kumar Sinha (M.V.Sc) Veterinary Assistant Surgeon Block – Kurud, District Dhamtari (C.G) Introduction Dairy farming is an important component of agriculture and rural livelihoods. The adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming dairy management by improving animal health, productivity, feeding efficiency, and farm profitability. AI […] The post Integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Dairy Management
Dairy body, Assam Rifles sign supply pact to support farmers in north-east
The agreement will help expand the supply of milk and dairy products to military units across the northeast region
Extreme heat tests India's record milk production
The dairy sector accounts for roughly 5% of India's GDP and supports more than 80 million farmers
Cargill launches livestock development initiative in Maharashtra
Partners Syngenta Foundation, Digital Green India to offer last mile vet services, AI powered advisory to small holder farmers
Mother Dairy unveils India's first naturally degradable milk pouch
To begin with, the company will use this new degradable milk pouch in its cow milk variant sold across Delhi-NCR from June 5, the World Environment Day
Jharkhand Moves Closer to Milk Self-Sufficiency
Jharkhand is steadily progressing towards self-sufficiency in milk production, driven by farmer-centric initiatives, infrastructure expansion and stronger support for dairy producers. On the occasion of World Milk Day, Jharkhand’s Agriculture, Animal Husbandry and Cooperation Minister Shilpi Neha Tirkey said that more than 70,000 farmers are currently associated with the Jharkhand Milk Federation (JMF) and that...
JKDFA Raises Milk Price by ₹5 Per Litre
The Jammu and Kashmir Dairy Farmers Association (JKDFA) has announced a ₹5 per litre increase in milk prices across the Union Territory, citing a sharp rise in production costs and growing financial pressure on dairy farmers. With the revision, the retail price of cow milk has increased from ₹60 to ₹65 per litre, while buffalo...
India Leads Global Dairy Race in 2025
India has retained its position as the world’s largest milk-producing country in 2025, reinforcing its dominance in the global dairy sector. According to global dairy rankings, India produces more milk than any other nation, supported by its vast network of smallholder farmers, large bovine population and strong domestic demand. The country contributes roughly one-fourth of...
Gokul Dairy Polls Spark Political Battle in Maharashtra
Elections to Maharashtra’s largest cooperative dairy, the Kolhapur District Cooperative Milk Producers Union (Gokul Dairy), have emerged as a major political contest, with ruling alliance Mahayuti joining forces to challenge Congress leader Satej Patil in a battle for control of one of the state’s most influential cooperative institutions. Established on March 16, 1963, Gokul Dairy...
Wheat Husk Price Surge Hits Punjab Cow Shelters
Punjab’s cow shelters (gaushalas) are facing a severe financial crisis following a two-fold surge in wheat husk (tudi) prices, a key component of cattle feed. According to gaushala operators and dairy farmers, the price of wheat husk has risen from ₹400–500 per quintal to ₹900–1,200 per quintal, significantly increasing the cost of maintaining cattle. Tudi,...
Effect of heat stress on cattle reproduction and its management
Effect of heat stress on cattle reproduction and its management Anchal Rana* and V.K Gandotra Authors Name Dr. Anchal Rana* (Assistant Professor, Department of Veterinary Gynaecology and Obstetrics, Khalsa College of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Amritsar, India) Email ID – anjlirana02@gmail.com Dr. V.K Gandotra (Professor and Head of the Department, Department of Veterinary Gynaecology and Obstetrics, […] The post Effect of heat stress on cattle reproduction and its management first appeared
World Milk Day: Promoting Animal Health and Dairy Sustainability
World Milk Day: Promoting Animal Health and Dairy Sustainability Dr. Karuna P. Bambode*, Dr. Dhiman Patgiri** and Dr. Shubham Nayak*** *Scientist, Division of Animal Physiology, ICAR-NDRI, Karnal-132001 (Haryana), India ** Ph.D Scholar, Division of Animal Physiology, ICAR-NDRI, Karnal-132001 (Haryana), India *** Ph.D Scholar, Animal Reproduction, Gynaecology and Obstetrics, ICAR-NDRI, Karnal-132001 (Haryana), India Abstract World Milk […] The post World Milk Day: Promoting Animal Health and Dair
Milk Fever in Dairy Cows: Prevention is Better than Cure
Milk Fever in Dairy Cows: Prevention is Better than Cure Dr. Karuna P. Bambode* and Dr. Jasanjot Singh** *Scientist, Animal Physiology Division, ICAR-NDRI, Karnal-132001 (Haryana) ** Department of Veterinary Physiology, GADVASU Ludhiana (Punjab) Corresponding authors e-mail id: karuna2023ars@gmail.com and mrjashan0@gmail.com Abstract Milk fever, also known as hypocalcemia or parturient paresis, is a common metabolic disorder affecting […] The post Milk Fever in Dairy Cows: Prevention is Better t
Sustainability in the Dairy Sector
Sustainability in the Dairy Sector Dr. Ilakshy Deka Krishi Vigyan Kendra Kamrup, Assam Agricultural University Kahikuchi Campus, Guwahati-17 Shri. Divyangshu Dubon Deka First year Student, BVSc & AH, College of Veterinary Science Assam Veterinary and Fishery University Khanapara, Guwahati-17 Introduction The dairy sector is one of the most important components of global agriculture and […] The post Sustainability in the Dairy Sector first appeared on Pashudhan Praharee | Pet Care Blog .
Women-led sustainable dairy enterprises and Self-Help Group (SHG) models
Women-led sustainable dairy enterprises and Self-Help Group (SHG) models Ranjana Sinha, Soni Kumari, Dushyant Yadav and Manmohan Kumar India is recognized as the world’s largest milk-producing country, with an estimated milk production of 247.87 million tonnes during 2024–25, according to the BAHS, Government of India. The dairy sector constitutes a significant component of the rural […] The post Women-led sustainable dairy enterprises and Self-Help Group (SHG) models first appeared on Pashudhan
Circular Economy in Dairy: Waste to Wealth Approaches through Dung, Urine and Biogas
Circular Economy in Dairy: Waste to Wealth Approaches through Dung, Urine and Biogas Kushan Kumar A1 Affiliation: 2nd year MSc, Dharwad, Karanataka, India. Contact: Kushana676@gmail.com Abstract India’s dairy sector is usually celebrated through milk, nutrition, cooperatives and rural livelihood, but the next stage of the dairy revolution must look beyond milk alone. Every dairy animal produces not only milk, but also dung, urine, wastewater, heat, microbes and nutrient-rich residues. When […] T
Why dairy must lead India’s gender-justice agenda
Empowering women in dairy can strengthen livelihoods, boost incomes, and drive inclusive rural growth
India’s Livestock Care Shifts Toward Productivity
India’s livestock sector is undergoing a significant transformation as traditional animal husbandry practices increasingly integrate with scientific management, sustainability and productivity-focused approaches. According to experts, livestock remains a critical pillar of rural livelihoods, contributing substantially to agricultural income while supporting millions of smallholder farmers across the country. With growing demand for milk, meat and other...
India-US Dairy Talks Hit Major Roadblock
India and the United States are facing significant hurdles in ongoing bilateral trade negotiations, with dairy, agriculture and intellectual property rights emerging as the most contentious issues. A US trade delegation is scheduled to visit India from June 1-4, 2026, as both countries work toward an interim arrangement under a broader Bilateral Trade Agreement framework....
Market-Linked Pricing May Reshape India’s Dairy Future
India’s dairy industry is increasingly debating a shift from the traditional cost-based milk pricing model to a more market-linked pricing system, as rising production costs and changing consumer demand put pressure on the sustainability of the dairy value chain. For decades, milk procurement prices have largely been determined by factors such as fat and SNF...
OMFED Posts Record ₹1,036.82 Crore Turnover
The Odisha State Cooperative Milk Producers’ Federation (OMFED) has achieved its highest-ever annual turnover of ₹1,036.82 crore during the 2025-26 financial year, while recording a net profit of ₹10.23 crore, marking a major milestone for the state’s dairy cooperative sector. The achievement was highlighted during a review meeting chaired by Odisha’s Fisheries and Animal Resources...
Beyond the White Revolution: Empowering the Women Who Sustain India’s Dairy Future
Beyond the White Revolution: Empowering the Women Who Sustain India’s Dairy Future World Milk Day 2026 Special Feature By Dr. Tarun Shridhar India’s dairy success story is often celebrated through production figures, cooperative achievements, and policy milestones. Yet behind every litre of milk produced lies the dedication, resilience, and hard work of millions of women […] The post Beyond the White Revolution: Empowering the Women Who Sustain India’s Dairy Future first appeared on Pashudhan Pr
Iran war forces farmers seek fertilizer alternatives from cow dung to compost
The Gulf region produces 30% of globally traded chemical fertilizer, according to the International Food Policy Research Institute, and global prices have increased by 50%
Why productivity will be key to the sector’s next growth wave
We can usher in a White Revolution 2.0 by taking milk production past the 300 million tonne frontier.
From Udder to Economy: How Veterinary Science Drives India’s Dairy Revolution
From Udder to Economy: How Veterinary Science Drives India’s Dairy Revolution Dr. Sachham Verma M.V.Sc Scholar, Veterinary Gynaecology & Obstetrics , DUVASU Mathura India’s dairy sector is one of the most remarkable success stories in modern agriculture. From being a milk-deficient nation in the 1950s to becoming the world’s largest milk producer today. India produces […] The post From Udder to Economy: How Veterinary Science Drives India’s Dairy Revolution first appeared on Pashudhan Praharee |
The White Revolution Redefined: Women-Led Sustainable Dairy Enterprises and SHG Models in India
The White Revolution Redefined: Women-Led Sustainable Dairy Enterprises and SHG Models in India Drs. Vanshika1, Saurav Singla2 1 Department of Veterinary Pathology, Guru Angad Dev Veterinary & Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana, 141004 2 Department of Veterinary Surgery and Radiology, Guru Angad Dev Veterinary & Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana, 141004 Abstract India’s rural economy is undergoing […] The post The White Revolution Redefined: Women-Led Sustainable Dairy Enterprises and SHG M
REIMAGINING THE ‘ANAND MODEL’ IN THE ERA OF CLIMATE CHANGE: SUSTAINABLE PATHWAYS FOR INDIAN DAIRY COOPERATIVES
REIMAGINING THE ‘ANAND MODEL’ IN THE ERA OF CLIMATE CHANGE: SUSTAINABLE PATHWAYS FOR INDIAN DAIRY COOPERATIVES Rohitash Kumar PhD Scholar Department of Veterinary and Animal husbandry Extension Education Corresponding mail dr.rkdoot@gmail.com INTRODUCTION: THE TWIN REALITIES OF INDIAN DAIRYING India’s dairy sector is one of the greatest success stories of rural economic development in modern human […] The post REIMAGINING THE ‘ANAND MODEL’ IN THE ERA OF CLIMATE CHANGE: SUSTAINABLE PATHWAYS FOR I
Beyond Milk Production: Circular Economy Opportunities in Dairy Waste Management
Beyond Milk Production: Circular Economy Opportunities in Dairy Waste Management Pranav Patil, Bapurao Kadam, Deepali Sakunde, Tejas Shende, Shubham Pawar, Rahul Galgunde, Onkar Shende, Paramsai Desai, Pradnya Patil, Priya Pathare KNP College of Veterinary Science, Shirwal, Satara 412 801, Maharashtra Animal and Fishery Sciences University, Nagpur Abstract India is the world’s largest milk producer, and the dairy sector plays a vital role in rural livelihoods, nutritional security, and economic
Climate-Smart Dairy Farming: Pathways to Sustainable Rural India
Climate-Smart Dairy Farming: Pathways to Sustainable Rural India Dr. Praveen Kumar Agrawal 1Assistant Professor, Department of Animal Nutrition, Apollo Collage of Veterinary Medicine (ACVM), Jaipur Corresponding Author: – Dr. Praveen Kumar Agrawal Email: – agrawalpraveen1998@gmail.com Introduction India is the world’s largest milk producer, contributing more than 24 percent of global milk production. Dairy farming supports […] The post Climate-Smart Dairy Farming: Pathways to Sustainable Rural I