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Why Dairy’s Sustainability Debate Must Move beyond the Cow
As the world celebrates World Environment Day on June 5th, every sector is once again discussing climate change, carbon emissions, resource conservation and sustainable development. The dairy sector too finds itself at the centre of this conversation. Globally, discussions around dairy sustainability often focus on methane emissions from cattle, feed efficiency, manure management and the...
FTA with Oman to give a boost to livestock product exports
Pact seen promising for poultry, marine product shipments
Predatory Pricing in India’s Dairy Industry: How Cash Burn Is Distorting Milk Economics
The recent controversy around milk being sold at Re 1 on a quick-commerce platform in Bengaluru may appear at first glance like an aggressive promotional campaign or a festive customer acquisition strategy. Yet beneath the surface, it raises a far deeper and far more uncomfortable question for India’s dairy ecosystem, policymakers, cooperatives, ethical businesses and...
Mother Dairy Rules Out Immediate Milk Price Hike
Mother Dairy has announced that it has no immediate plans to increase milk prices further despite ongoing cost pressures in the dairy sector. The company cited a comfortable milk supply situation and stable procurement conditions as key reasons for holding prices steady, providing temporary relief to consumers following the recent ₹2 per litre milk price...
Nestlé Cuts Dairy Supply Chain Emissions by 26%
Global food giant Nestlé has reported a 26% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions across its dairy supply chain since 2018, highlighting significant progress toward its broader net-zero and sustainability goals. The achievement comes as the company continues to invest heavily in regenerative agriculture, climate-smart dairy farming and methane reduction initiatives across major milk-producing regions worldwide....
Kerala Targets 1 Crore Litres of Daily Milk Production
Kerala has set an ambitious target of increasing its daily milk production to 1 crore litres within the next three years, according to Leader of the Opposition V.D. Satheesan. The announcement was made during discussions on the state’s dairy development strategy, which aims to strengthen milk self-sufficiency and reduce dependence on milk imports from neighboring...
Punjab Dairy Farmers Protest Over Fake Dairy Products
Dairy farmers in Punjab staged a dramatic protest in Amritsar by pouring milk onto roads to highlight growing concerns over the proliferation of adulterated and synthetic dairy products in the market. The demonstration was organized by members of the Progressive Dairy Farmers Association (PDFA), who alleged that the unchecked sale of fake dairy products is...
Mother Dairy Launches Eco-Friendly Milk Pouch
Mother Dairy has unveiled what it describes as India’s first naturally degradable milk pouch, marking a major sustainability milestone for the country’s dairy industry ahead of World Environment Day. The innovative packaging will initially be introduced for Mother Dairy’s Cow Milk variant across the Delhi-NCR market from June 5, 2026, with the company aiming to...
Centre Boosts Mizoram Dairy Sector Growth
Union Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh has announced a series of major initiatives aimed at strengthening Mizoram’s dairy sector during the Regional Review Meeting for Northeastern States held in Aizawl. The programme focused on accelerating growth in fisheries, animal husbandry and dairying while improving rural livelihoods and cooperative development across the Northeast. During the event, the...
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...