Coop model pivots India’s emergence as world’s largest milk producer: Milma chief at IDF World Dairy Summit

24-Oct-2024 - 0 Comments.

Noting that the cooperative model has immensely contributed to India’s rise as the world’s largest milk producer, Milma Chairman K S Mani made a strong pitch at the World Dairy Summit in Paris for adoption of sustainable and smart practices to turn the global challenges faced by the dairy sector into opportunities.

A Look at the Technological Revolution in India's Dairy Industry

24-Jul-2024 - 0 Comments.

India, the world's largest milk producer, is witnessing a silent revolution in its dairy sector. Driven by a growing demand for dairy products and a need for improved efficiency, the industry is embracing a wave of technological advancements.

Nova Dairy unveils new plan to improve animal welfare in cattle supply chain

15-Jul-2024 - 0 Comments.

Nova Dairy, a leading name in the dairy industry, is proud to announce the launch of a comprehensive initiative aimed at improving animal welfare within its cattle supply chain.

Milma’s TRCMPU announces cattle feed subsidy of Rs 100 per bag

06-Jul-2024 - 0 Comments.

In a big support to dairy farmers in four southern districts, Milma’s Thiruvananthapuram Regional Co-operative Milk Producers Union (TRCMPU) recently announced a scheme to provide subsidy of Rs 100 for each bag of Milma cattle feed sold through milk cooperatives in July and August.  

State to start awareness on scientific diet among dairy farmers, says Chinchurani 

22-Jun-2024 - 0 Comments.

Kerala state government will soon start an awareness campaign on scientific diet for cows among dairy farmers to ensure the cattle are fed properly and kept in fine fettle, said Animal Husbandry and Dairy Development Minister Mrs J Chinchurani.

NDDB, TERI and SRDI inks MoU to improve rural livelihoods

20-Jun-2024 - 0 Comments.

The National Dairy Development Board (NDDB), The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) and the Suzuki R&D Center India Pvt. Ltd (SRDI) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collectively advance initiatives in renewable energy, circular economy, rural development and waste management.

A Vision for the Future: A Dairy Utopia in 2044

14-Jun-2024 - 0 Comments.

Fast forward to 2044. India's dairy sector has undergone a remarkable transformation, fulfilling the promise hinted at in 2024.

Milma working on strategies to scale up milk production, says KS Mani on World Milk Day

01-Jun-2024 - 0 Comments.

Kerala Co-operative Milk Marketing Federation (KCMMF), known by its brand Milma, is working on a multi-pronged strategy to strengthen the state’s cooperative dairy sector and attain self-sufficiency in milk production, as envisaged by the State Government, Milma Chairman K S Mani said today.

Kerala milk cooperative to disburse additional milk price of INR 2 per litre

01-Jun-2024 - 0 Comments.

In a monsoon season relief to dairy farmers in four southern districts, Milma’s Thiruvananthapuram Regional Co-operative Milk Producers Union (TRCMPU) has decided to disburse an additional milk price of INR 2 per litre.

Precision Agri platform Fyllo raises US $4 MN funding led by IndiaQuotient, SIDBI Ventures

30-May-2024 - 0 Comments.

Agritech startup Fyllo has announced that it has raised $4 million in a fresh funding round led by IndiaQuotient and SIDBI Ventures. Existing investors Triveni Trusts, IAN, and KIAORA participated in the round. 

India’s Top Private Dairy Producers: A Look at the Industry’s Giants and the Future of Milk Production

30-May-2024 - 0 Comments.

India, the world’s largest producer of milk, is home to some of the most prominent private dairy producers. The dairy industry plays a crucial role in the country’s economy, contributing 23% of the global milk production. Here, we delve into the top private dairy producers in India and the current state of milk production and demand in the country.

Kisanserv plans to open 250 new retail stores in Mumbai, Pune

28-May-2024 - 0 Comments.

In a bid to bridge the gap between urban consumers and fresh, ethically sourced produce, Pune-based Kisanserv has announced a bold expansion plan.

Fodder ecosystem builder Cornext raises $2.2M from Omnivore

12-May-2024 - 0 Comments.

Cornext, which is building a fodder ecosystem to support dairy cattle farmers, announced today that it has raised USD 2.2 million in a Seed round from Omnivore.

NABARD Issues Statement to Dispel Misinformation Regarding ‘Dairy Loan Yojana’

17-Apr-2024 - 0 Comments.

The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) issues a statement to address the recent misinformation circulating about the NABARD Dairy Loan Yojana.

Untapping Opportunities in India's Booming Dairy Sector

15-Apr-2024 - 0 Comments.

As of 2024, India's dairy sector churns out a staggering 190 million tonnes (MT) of milk annually, solidifying its position as the world's largest milk producer.

India's Top 5 Milk Cooperatives Curdle Up Success in 2023-24

12-Mar-2024 - 0 Comments.

India's vibrant dairy landscape wouldn't be complete without acknowledging the pivotal role of cooperatives. These farmer-owned entities empower dairy farmers by ensuring fair prices for their milk and fostering a sense of community.

Kerala minister Chinchurani gives away dairy awards

11-Mar-2024 - 0 Comments.

Minister for Animal Husbandry and Dairy Development Mrs J Chinchurani today gave away the awards for the Best Dairy Cooperative Societies and Best Dairy Farmers, instituted by Thiruvananthapuram Regional Co-operative Milk Producers Union (TRCMPU) of Milma, here.

Otipy joins ONDC Network, delivering farm fresh produce within 12 hours of harvest

05-Mar-2024 - 0 Comments.

Otipy, the pioneering agritech start-up has joined the ONDC, to make farm fresh fruits and vegetables available to consumers on the ONDC Network. This integration ensures Otipy's catalog is visible on various apps, making it easy to discover and enabling smooth transactions on the growing Network.

Milma raises milk procurement price by Rs 5, offers Rs 100 cattle feed subsidy

21-Feb-2024 - 0 Comments.

In a big support to dairy farmers in four southern districts,Milma’s Thiruvananthapuram Regional Co-operative Milk Producers Union (TRCMPU) has increased the price of milk procured from the societies under it by Rs 5 per litre, with Rs 3 going to the dairy farmers, its Chairman Smt Mani Viswanath said on Tuesday.

CMFRI’s sales counter offering farm-fresh products opened to public

28-Jan-2024 - 0 Comments.

The ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) has opened to the public a new sales counter offering farm-fresh, quality produce directly sourced from farmer groups within and outside Kerala.

Nova Dairy's Pure Ghee to grace Ayodhya Ram Mandir's Pran Pratishtha ceremony

23-Jan-2024 - 0 Comments.

Nova Dairy, a key producer in the Indian dairy industry, is honoured to announce that its ghee has been chosen as a vital ingredient of the upcoming Pran Pratishtha ritual to be held at the Ayodhya Ram Mandir. As the divine presence of Lord Ram is officially installed within the newly-built temple, this religious occasion represents a turning point inside the records of Ayodhya and Hinduism.

eFeed secures INR 25 Lakhs grant from ICAR to amplify its impact on livestock, dairy industry

15-Jan-2024 - 0 Comments.

eFeed, a pioneering startup revolutionizing precision animal management & feed practices and empowering farmers across the country, has announced a significant milestone with the acquisition of a grant amounting to INR 25 Lakhs from Indian Council of Agriculture Research, Gov of India.

Dairy farmers in Gujarat embrace technology to boost milk production

24-Dec-2023 - 0 Comments.

An outbreak of avian influenza (bird flu) has triggered alarm among poultry farmers in Tamil Nadu, India's second-largest egg producer.

TRCMPU to launch interest-free loan scheme for dairy farmers from Jan 1

22-Dec-2023 - 0 Comments.

Thiruvananthapuram Regional Co-operative Milk Producers Union (TRCMPU) of Milma is all set to launch an interest-free loan scheme for dairy farmers from January 1, 2024 to step up milk production and solve the shortfall in procurement.

Hatsun Agro announces remarkable growth in milk procurement, ensures supply stability

08-Nov-2023 - 0 Comments.

Hatsun Agro, a leading player in the dairy industry and Chairman R G Chandramogan, proudly announces a significant surge in milk procurement, ensuring a robust and stable supply for the coming months. In response to last year's challenges, the company has undertaken strategic measures to overcome supply shortages and inflated purchase prices.

Kerala Milk federation ties up with Lulu Group, to sell products in Middle East

07-Nov-2023 - 0 Comments.

Kerala Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation (KCMMF), known by its brand name Milma, signed an agreement with Lulu Group today for the sale of its dairy products through the retail major’s vast network of hypermarkets and malls in the Middle East.

Milma’s TRCMPU adopts INR 2853 Cr budget

17-Oct-2023 - 0 Comments.

The annual general body meeting of Thiruvananthapuram Regional Cooperative Milk Producers Union (TRCMPU) of  Milma, held recently earmarked INR 2 crores to offset the interest on the loans availed by dairy farmers in four southern districts for setting up farms and purchase of milch animals.

Revolutionizing agriculture: The rise of vertical farming"

09-Oct-2023 - 0 Comments.

In recent years, a groundbreaking innovation in agriculture has been quietly taking root, offering a sustainable and efficient solution to address the growing global demand for fresh produce.

Amul ranked world's strongest dairy brand, second strongest food brand in the world

02-Sep-2023 - 0 Comments.

In a remarkable achievement, Amul has been ranked as the world's strongest dairy brand by the Brand Finance Food and Drink Report 2023. The report evaluates and ranks the strongest and most valuable food, dairy, and non-alcoholic beverage brands.

Indian dairy sector to create 10 million jobs by 2025

01-Sep-2023 - 0 Comments.

The Indian dairy sector is set to create 10 million jobs by 2025, according to a report by the National Dairy Development Board (NDDB). The report said that the growth of the sector will be driven by rising demand and government support.

Agritech start-up farmers fresh zone earns UN recognition for sustainable innovation

20-Aug-2023 - 0 Comments.

Farmers Fresh Zone (Farmers FZ), an innovative start-up focused on revolutionizing the agricultural sector, has gained global recognition by being selected as the sole Indian participant in the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and Seed's SDG Agrifood accelerator programme for innovators.

Innovative solar MilkoChill units revolutionize dairy industry with instant chilling technology

20-Aug-2023 - 0 Comments.

Prompt Group, a pioneering equipment and software solutions provider in the dairy supply chain, has introduced a groundbreaking innovation known as Solar MilkoChill units to bridge the gap in chilling infrastructure for enhanced milk quality and sustainability.

Milma’s TRCMPU to give incentive of INR 2.50 per litre on milk procurement during Onam

08-Aug-2023 - 0 Comments.

Trivandrum Regional Co-operative Milk Producers Union (TRCMPU) of Milma has announced an incentive of INR 2.50 on each litre of milk procured from dairy farmers in four southern districts during Onam.

Telangana to host India's first livestock, dairy and fisheries trade expo

28-Jul-2023 - 0 Comments.

Telangana will host India's first Livestock, Dairy and Fisheries Trade Expo from July 28-30, 2023. The expo will be held at the Hitex Exhibition Center in Hyderabad and will feature over 100 exhibitors from across India.

Akshayakalpa Organic launches UHT milk pack in 42 cities

27-Jul-2023 - 0 Comments.

Akshayakalpa Organic, India’s first certified organic dairy company, announced today that it is expanding its market to 42 cities across the country. The company is also launching a new UHT milk pack, which is designed to make organic milk more convenient for consumers.

Comprehensive insurance scheme for dairy farmers to be revived soon: Kerala minister

05-Jul-2023 - 0 Comments.

The comprehensive insurance scheme for dairy farmers, Ksheera Santhwanam, will be revived soon with the state government giving approval for it, Kerala minister for Animal Husbandry and Dairy Development Smt J Chinchurani said recently.

Milk Co-ops shouldn’t be monopolistic, need to adhere to founding ideals: Milma Chairman

04-Jun-2023 - 0 Comments.

The Chairman of the Kerala Co-operative Milk Marketing Federation (KCMMF), K S Mani, has emphasized the importance of milk cooperatives adhering to the founding ideals of the co-operative dairy movement. He called for a re-dedication to these principles, which include building a robust and strife-free dairy sector within each state while refraining from inter-state competition.

mooMark becomes first private dairy to offer heat index insurance plan to farmers

04-Jun-2023 - 0 Comments.

mooMark, a leading private dairy in India, has made a significant breakthrough in the agricultural insurance sector by becoming the first company to offer a Heat Index Insurance Plan to dairy farmers.

Amit Shah inaugurates state-of-the-art advanced organic testing laboratory at Amul Fed Dairy

24-May-2023 - 0 Comments.

Union Home Affairs and Cooperation Minister, Amit Shah recently inaugurated the State-of-the-Art Advanced Organic Testing Laboratory at Amul Fed Dairy, Gandhinagar.

NDDB calls meet of heads of Co-op Dairy federations to sort out cross-border milk sale issue

12-May-2023 - 0 Comments.

National Dairy Development Board (NDDB) will be holding a meeting of Chairman and Managing Directors of co-operative dairy federations of the country this month to sort out the sensitive issue of cross-border marketing of liquid milk.

Kerala Milk Federation launches ‘Repositioning Milma 2023’ initiative

19-Apr-2023 - 0 Comments.

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan today launched an ambitious rebranding initiative of the cooperative dairy major Milma focusing on the image makeover of the brand by bringing uniformity in packaging, design and products quality to meet the challenges from domestic and global competitors while reinforcing its position as the market leader.

 Milma launches insurance scheme to offset fall in milk yield in summer

18-Apr-2023 - 0 Comments.

Kerala Co-operative Milk Marketing Federation (KCMMF), known by the brand Milma, has launched a comprehensive insurance scheme that guarantees financial compensation for dairy farmers to offset the loss of income due to fall in milk yield during the summer.

AMUL sales turnover surpasses INR 55,055 Cr with 18.5% YoY growth

18-Apr-2023 - 0 Comments.

Gujarat Co-operative Milk Marketing Federation Ltd., which markets the popular Amul brand of milk and dairy products has registered a provisional turnover of INR 55,055 Crores for the financial year 2022-23 which ended on 31 March 2023.

Milma raises red flag over cross-border sale of milk by state federations

16-Apr-2023 - 0 Comments.

Kerala Co-operative Milk Marketing Federation (KCMMF), known by the brand Milma, has voiced serious concern over the tendency of some state milk marketing federations to aggressively enter markets outside their respective states, holding that this involved total breach of co-operative spirit based on which the country’s dairy sector has been organised for the benefit of millions of dairy farmers.

Kerala Minister launches Milma Food Truck at KSRTC Kollam depot 

26-Mar-2023 - 0 Comments.

Milma rolled out a food truck in the city today, with Minister for Animal Husbandry and Dairy Development Mrs J. Chinchurani inaugurating the facility that serves snacks and refreshments in a refashioned bus of the Kerala State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC).

Comprehensive insurance plan for cattle on cards, says Kerala Minister

25-Mar-2023 - 0 Comments.

Implementation of a comprehensive cattle insurance scheme is under active consideration of the state government to offset the cost suffered by dairy farmers due to the incidence of various bovine diseases, Minister for Animal Husbandry and Dairy Development Mrs J Chinchurani said.

Implement new ideas to woo dairy farmers: Milma Chairman

23-Mar-2023 - 0 Comments.

The country’s dairy sector must implement novel methods to strengthen milk production and attract more entrepreneurs as well as investors, according to K.S. Mani, Milma Chairman.

Fasal introduces national procurement network to revamp horticulture value chain

01-Mar-2023 - 0 Comments.

Fasal, India's earliest sustainable horticulture farm network company and the one-stop-shop for horticulturalists, today announced expansion into the farming output business with the launch of 'Fasal Fresh'.

Hyderabad needs one crore liters of milk every day, but only 60 to 70 lakh liters are supplied

13-Feb-2023 - 0 Comments.

The three day Twin Expos--Dairy and Food, featuring Dairy/Food Products, Processing & Packaging which held at Hitex in Madhapur concluded on recently.

Fresh From Farm raises over INR 3.2 Cr in seed round led by Inflection Point Ventures

26-Nov-2022 - 0 Comments.

Food-Agri Business start-up Fresh From Farm has raised over 3.2 Cr in Seed Round led by Inflection Point Ventures. Fresh From Farm is a demand-and data-based aggregation ecosystem that recognizes retailer demand trends and buys the precise amount from farmers.

Milma announces INR 6 hike in milk prices from Dec 1

23-Nov-2022 - 0 Comments.

Milma has decided to raise the price of milk by Rs 6 per litre from next month, considering the steady increase in the input cost and the financial difficulties of the dairy farmers, Kerala Co-operative Milk Marketing Federation (KCMMF) Chairman KS Mani said.

National Milk Day: Public can view processes at Milma’s TVM dairy

22-Nov-2022 - 0 Comments.

Trivandrum Regional Cooperative Milk Producers Union (TRCMPU) of Milma has made arrangements for the public to view various processes at its Thiruvananthapuram Dairy in the city on November 25 and 26 as part of the National Milk Day celebrations.

Dvara E-Dairy launches cattle loan facility for farmers in Tamil Nadu, Karnataka

01-Nov-2022 - 0 Comments.

Dvara E-Dairy Solutions Pvt Ltd has launched Dvara Surabhi Loan, a ‘True cattle loan’ offered digitally by leveraging new age technologies in partnership with Jana Small Finance Bank to create scalable access to finance for unbanked and underbanked small dairy farmers in Tamil Nadu and Karnataka.

Farmers Fresh Zone acquires milk chain platform AM Needs

21-Sep-2022 - 0 Comments.

Farm produce online retailer Farmers Fresh Zone (FFZ), incubated in Kerala Startup Mission (KSUM), has acquired milk delivery platform AM Needs for $2 million (INR 15.95 crore) in cash and stock deal.

Milma sells 9.4 MN liters of milk during Onam days

12-Sep-2022 - 0 Comments.

Milma has achieved an all-time record in the sale of milk, curd and other dairy products during the Onam days from September 4 to 7, registering a steep increase from last year’s figures.

Sid's Farm launches A2 Desi Cow Milk

22-Aug-2022 - 0 Comments.

Sid's Farm, a premium D2C dairy brand based out of Telangana, has launched A2 Desi Cow Milk for its customers in Hyderabad on the auspicious occasion of India's 75th Independence Day. Due to high customer demand for A2 milk, the company made pre-booking available, and within the first 6 hrs of pre-booking; they received an overwhelming response with over 400+ customers pre-booking for more than 350 ltrs.

Agri minister inaugurates centenary year celebrations of National Dairy Research Institute

03-Jul-2022 - 0 Comments.

Agriculture and Farmers Welfare minister, Narendra Singh Tomar recently inaugurated the centenary year celebrations of the National Dairy Research Institute (NDRI), Karnal (Haryana).

Eggoz Nutrition enters Kolkata market

24-May-2022 - 0 Comments.

Eggoz Nutrition, a brand for fresh and chemical-free eggs has expanded its reach by entering Kolkata market.

CityLink partners with WayCool; launches 100% electric vehicle fleet

15-Apr-2022 - 0 Comments.

CityLink, a leading technology enabled logistics start-up in Bengaluru has deployed electric vehicles to provide last mile logistics for WayCool Foods for its newly inaugurated fresh food distribution hub in Bomanahalli, at Bengaluru's electronic city.

Ergos launches GrainBank loyalty cards for farmers

15-Apr-2022 - 0 Comments.

Fresh from the Farm! The commodity market is a buzz again with Wheat and Maize harvesting in the field and sales starting on the Tech platform 'GrainBank' (developed by Ergos). This is the first time in India's history where farmers have direct access of a cutting-edge technology platform 'GrainBank' for getting valuable information and income on their farm produce. 

Ingen Technologies launches SecuLock to prevent dairy products' theft, pilferage

13-Apr-2022 - 0 Comments.

Ingen Technologies, a fully owned subsidiary of WRMS, launches SecuLock, a state-of-the-art indigenously manufactured smart e-lock developed for live monitoring and prevention of theft and pilferage, especially in milk tankers. 

Sid's Farm increased milk prices after 2 years

06-Apr-2022 - 0 Comments.

Sid’s Farm, a premium dairy brand based in Telangana announced that it has raised its milk price after two years.

USDA provides additional funding of USD 80m for long-term dairy industry resilience

03-Mar-2022 - 0 Comments.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced an additional investment of USD 80m in the Dairy Business Innovation (DBI) Initiatives.

Wholsum Foods secures USD 7m; targets INR 500 crore revenue by 2025

25-Feb-2022 - 0 Comments.

Wholsum Foods, a millet-based food startup that makes Slurrp Farm, has raised USD 7m in a fresh round of fundraising led by Investment Corporation of Dubai and existing investor Fireside Ventures. Fundraising follows Fireside Ventures' initial investment of USD 2m in the company one year ago.

Milma Chairman KS Mani elected director of NCDFI

24-Feb-2022 - 0 Comments.

K S Mani, Chairman, Kerala Co-operative Milk Marketing Federation (KCMMF), known popularly by its brand name Milma, has been elected to the Board of Directors of the National Cooperative Dairy Federation of India (NCDFI), the apex body of dairy and edible oil cooperatives in the country.

Otipy appoints Amresh Kumar as Chief Product Officer

12-Feb-2022 - 0 Comments.

Otipy, India’s first community group buying platform for fresh produce, today announced the appointment of Amresh Kumar as Chief Product Officer.

National Level conference on beekeeping held

03-Feb-2022 - 0 Comments.

National Bee Board (NBB) organized a National Conference on Beekeeping Sector in collaboration with National Agricultural Cooperative Marketing Federation of India Ltd. (NAFED), Tribal Cooperative Marketing Development Federation of India Limited (TRIFED) & National Dairy Development Board (NDDB) on 24 January 2022.

MoooFarm secures funding from Accel to assist small dairy farmers

02-Feb-2022 - 0 Comments.

Dairytech startup MoooFarm has raised USD 2.4m in an initial funding round led by Accel India. Rockstart's AgriFood fund and Navus Ventures also took part in the funding round.

Milma’s TRCMPU approves INR 1158 budget, announces incentive of INR 2 per litre on milk procurement

28-Jan-2022 - 0 Comments.

Trivandrum Regional Co-operative Milk Producers Union (TRCMPU) of Milma has announced an incentive of INR 2 on each litre of milk procured from dairy farmers in four southern districts from February 1, in view of the rise in input cost and difficulties caused by the third wave of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Stellapps wins National Startup Award 2021 in animal husbandry sector

22-Jan-2022 - 0 Comments.

Stellapps Technologies won the National Startup Award 2021 by #StartupIndia in the Animal Husbandry sector for its effort in digitizing the dairy sector in India.

Stellapps enters into a partnership with Nutreco, to benefit 2.8 MN farmers

20-Jan-2022 - 0 Comments.

India's leading dairy tech startup, Stellapps has announced a five year partnership with Trouw Nutrition, the animal nutrition division of Nutreco.

WayCool Foods raises US $117mn in Series D round of funding from World Bank, Gawa Capital

15-Jan-2022 - 0 Comments.

WayCool Foods, India's fastest growing Agri-commerce company, has raised USD 117 million in their Series D round which saw participation from new and existing investors such as - LightRock, LightBox, FMO, Lightsmith, World Bank Group’s- IFC, Redwood Equity Partners and Gawa Capital. WayCool Foods will use the fresh capital to accelerate and leverage deep tech and automation to enhance its efficiency multi-fold.

Discourage sale of milk from outside, promote domestic output: Minister Chinchurani

05-Jan-2022 - 0 Comments.

Kerala Minister for Animal Husbandry and Dairy Development, J Chinchurani today called for concerted efforts to ensure that the state’s demand for milk is entirely met by the domestic output and discourage sale of milk coming from outside as the state is poised to achieve a record in milk production.

Otipy to procure 10,000 tonnes of fruits and vegetables in 2022 from Haryana based FPOs

15-Dec-2021 - 0 Comments.

Otipy, India’s fastest growing community group buying startup for fresh fruits and vegetables has announced partnership with Haryana government to procure 10,000 tonnes of fresh produce in 2022, from Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs).

Amit Shah inaugurates Amul's milk powder, butter plants worth INR 415 Cr in Gandhinagar

30-Nov-2021 - 0 Comments.

India's Home and Co-operation minister Amit Shah has recently inaugurated AmulFed Dairy's new milk powder factory, butter manufacturing plant, poly film manufacturing plant, and an automated warehousing facility worth INR 415 crore in Gandhinagar.

DAHD, MoFPI sign MoU to achieve sustainable development for rural poor

27-Nov-2021 - 0 Comments.

Department of Animal husbandry and Dairying (DAHD) and Ministry of Food Processing Industry(MoFPI) signed an MoU for extension of benefits to Dairy Entrepreneurs/ Dairy industries through a convergence of various schemes.

Dairy tech startup Stellapps raises USD 18 MN from pre-series C round, to digitize the Indian dairy sector

20-Nov-2021 - 0 Comments.

India's leading dairy-tech startup Stellapps has completed the first close towards its pre-series C round from various investors. The total size of the round will be USD 18 million.

The growing popularity of exotic fruits, vegetables in Indian market

18-Nov-2021 - 0 Comments.

Indians have been enjoying exotic mushrooms, tangy kiwis, green olives, fresh broccoli, dragon fruit and many other items. These items have been gaining popularity in recent times among urban population and gourmet hotels, eateries.

Dairy.com enters India with the acquisition of Mr.Milkman

18-Nov-2021 - 0 Comments.

America’s leading dairy technology, services, and intelligence provider, Dairy.com, has made its first investment in India with the acquisition of Mr.Milkman, India's leading last-mile dairy supply chain SaaS platform.

Cremona to host international livestock show in Europe

17-Nov-2021 - 0 Comments.

The historical Cremona International Livestock Exhibitions (November 26-28) in Italy is ready to host the most awaited event for the dairy cattle world that, due to covid-19 pandemic, has been absent from an international ring for two years now.

Amendments to co-op Act; leadership changes in dairy sector inevitable, says Bhasurangan

17-Nov-2021 - 0 Comments.

The Thiruvananthapuram Regional Cooperative Milk Producers’ Union (TRCMPU) has scheduled a general body meeting on December 9 to effect changes to bylaws as mandated by the recent amendment to the Kerala Co-operative Societies Act, and set in motion the process of electing the new board of directors.

CRISIL Data finds milk procurement by private dairy more in 8 milk producing states

18-Oct-2021 - 0 Comments.

Hatsun Agro Product Ltd had commissioned CRISIL, India’s largest Independent research house to conduct a market study regarding milk procurement by private dairy companies in India.

Kerala government plans to bring bill for ensuring cattle feed, say Chinchurani

04-Oct-2021 - 0 Comments.

Kerala Government has plans to bring in legislation to ensure the quality of cattle feed sold in the state with in-built regulatory mechanisms, Minister for Animal Husbandry & Dairy Development Mrs J Chinchurani said recently.

Agri Minister presents the progress of Indian Agriculture in G-20 meeting

20-Sep-2021 - 0 Comments.

Union Minister of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Narendra Singh Tomar said that the Government of India has emphasized re-introducing traditional food items including millet, other nutritious cereals, fruits and vegetables, fish, dairy, and organic products in the diet of the people.

Fish supply through MIMI App now available in 29 places in Kollam district

15-Sep-2021 - 0 Comments.

A fortnight after it launched MIMI Fish as a retail venture that assures delivery of fresh and cleaned fish at door steps, Kerala Fisheries Department extended the supply of fish to 29 more places in Kollam district.

Fisheries Minister launches MIMI mobile app for home delivery of fresh fish

29-Aug-2021 - 0 Comments.

Kerala Fisheries Minister Saji Cheriyan launched the mobile app of MIMI Fish Store, a retail venture of the State Fisheries Department’ for home delivery of fresh fish and value-added products.

Bel Brands announces partnership with Dairy Farmers Of America to pilot sustainable milk cooling program

05-Aug-2021 - 0 Comments.

Bel Brands USA is pleased to announce a new program in partnership with Dairy Farmers of America (DFA) a national dairy cooperative of farm families to implement and measure sustainable cooling practices designed to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by cutting on-farm energy usage.

Otipy appoints Pranit Arora as Senior Vice President - Growth and Marketing

28-Jul-2021 - 0 Comments.

Otipy, India’s first community group buying platform for fresh produce, today announced the appointment of Pranit Arora as Senior Vice President - Growth and Marketing.

Hatsun Agro launches paneer; milk sourced directly from farmers

26-Jul-2021 - 0 Comments.

Hatsun Agro Product Ltd (HAP), has recently introduced ‘Arokya’ Paneer, a delectable new addition to its wide dairy product portfolio.

Otipy raises USD $10.2 mn in Series A led by SIG, Omidyar

19-Jul-2021 - 0 Comments.

Otipy, India’s community group buying platform for fresh produce, raised a Series A financing of USD $10.2 million (Rs 76 crores) led by SIG. Omidyar Network India, Innoven Capital and existing investors IPV (Inflection Point Ventures), Pravega, and FactorE also participated in the round.

Kerala to roll out high quality fish sales, home delivery through MIMI Fish Stores

12-Jul-2021 - 0 Comments.

In a first in the country giving the consumers complete access to the details of the fish they buy, MIMI Fish, a retail venture of the Kerala Fisheries Department, is all set to launch its sales outlets across the state and online home delivery service for supply of fresh fish and value-added products.

USA, Dubai deities to get hands on GI certified Madurai Malli flowers exported from Tamil Nadu

09-Jul-2021 - 0 Comments.

For ensuring that Indians living abroad get supplies of fresh flowers to deities at home and temples, consignments of Geographical Indications (GI) certified Madurai malli and other traditional flowers such as button rose, lily, chamanthi, and marigold were exported to USA and Dubai from Tamil Nadu.

Sarda Dairy expands with launch of Vachan Farm classics cow milk in Mumbai

08-Jul-2021 - 0 Comments.

Sarda Dairy and Food Products Limited (SDFPL), one of the India's largest integrated dairy farms has today announced the expansion of its product portfolio in Mumbai with the launch of its Vachan Farm Classics Cow Milk.

Amul increase price of fresh milk by INR 2 per liter from July 1

30-Jun-2021 - 0 Comments.

The Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation (GCMMF), marketer of milk and milk products under the brand name of Amul, has decided to revise the milk prices by INR 2 per litre in markets of Ahmedabad and Saurashtra of Gujarat and Delhi NCR with effective from 1 July 21.

Milma’s Malabar Union to launch medicare scheme for dairy farmers’ children

29-Jun-2021 - 0 Comments.

The Malabar Regional Co-operative Milk Producers’ Union (MRCMPU) under Milma is launching a scheme from the coming month, providing financial assistance for the treatment of its dairy farmers’ children diagnosed with type-1 diabetes.

Dvara E-Dairy partners with IFFCO Tokio, launches AI powered cattle digital identity for cattle insurance

29-Jun-2021 - 0 Comments.

Dvara E-Dairy Solutions Pvt Ltd, a portfolio company of Dvara Holdings (Formerly Dvara Trusteeship) has announces the launch of "Surabhi e-Tag", an artificial intelligence (AI) powered digital tag to identify cattle based on muzzle identity.

North Eastern state exports Burmese grapes 'Leteku' to Dubai

29-Jun-2021 - 0 Comments.

In a major boost to harness the export potential of agricultural and processed food products from north-eastern states, a shipment of fresh Burmese grapes referred to as ‘Leteku’ in the Assamese language has been exported to Dubai from Guwahati by the air route.

Renewable energy, agri-tech; UK farmers fresh choice post COVID-19

13-Jun-2021 - 0 Comments.

Propel, a finance company surveyed farmers across the country to reveal their economic outlook across the sector, and found that 75 percent of farmers are looking to acquire assets after tractors and trailers in the next 12 months.

Superplum introduces innovative cold chain solution in India

12-Jun-2021 - 0 Comments.

Superplum, an Indian start-up backed by some of Silicon Valley's most notable names, introduces its innovative cold chain solution for fresh produce, the Fresherator.

Amul installs micro ATM to pay dairy farmers at their doorsteps

09-Jun-2021 - 0 Comments.

In order to provide payment for procuring dairy farmers milk, India's largest dairy co-operative, Gujarat Co-operative Milk Marketing Federation Limited (GCMMF) popularly known as Amul has installed first Micro ATM payment center at doorstep of milk producer members.

Amul's RS Sodhi elected as MD at International Dairy Federation

03-Jun-2021 - 0 Comments.

The International Dairy Federation (IDF) unanimously elected R S Sodhi, managing director, Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation Ltd (GCMMF) that sells Amul branded products in India, to its board during the general assembly held on 1 June, according to media reports.

Sid’s Farm announces 27 tests before delivering milk to consumers

03-Jun-2021 - 0 Comments.

Sid’s Farm, a new dairy brand has announced that the company performs 27 tests based on FSSAI (Food Safety and Standards Authority of India) legal standards of milk and milk products.

APEDA organizes webinar to commemorate the World Milk Day

03-Jun-2021 - 0 Comments.

The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (​APEDA) in association with the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying (MFAHD) organized a webinar cum interactive session on the prospects of harnessing the full potential of dairy products exports from the country on the occasion of World Milk Day.

Tripura based Krishi Sanyoga exports 1.2MT jackfruits to London

21-May-2021 - 0 Comments.

In a major step towards harnessing the export potential of agricultural and processed food products from the north-eastern region, a shipment of 1.2 metric tonnes (MT) of fresh jackfruit was exported from Tripura to London.

NDDB to offer energy efficient solutions to dairy industry, inks MoU with EESL

05-May-2021 - 0 Comments.

With a view to promote efficient renewable technologies in the dairy industry, National Dairy Development Board (NDDB) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Energy Efficiency Services Ltd (EESL) during a virtual ceremony on 5 May 2021 at NDDB, Anand.

Sid’s Farm launches natural paneer

04-May-2021 - 0 Comments.

Sid’s farm, the Telangana based Modern Dairy Brand has launched natural paneer as one of its key offerings in the list of value-added products aimed to provide quality food and ingredients to the customers.

Stellapps ties up with India Post Payments Bank to drive financial inclusion for dairy farmers

25-Feb-2021 - 0 Comments.

Leading dairy-tech startup, Stellapps has announced that it has signed an agreement with India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) to digitize the dairy milk procurement value chain and promote banking facilities at milk collection centres.

Paras Dairy empowering dairy farmers with digital payment system

18-Feb-2021 - 0 Comments.

VRS Foods Ltd., one of the leading dairies in India with end to end focus on Farmers and Customers and market preferred dairy products under the brand of Paras, has collaborated with a tech startup, Stellapps for their first of its kind fully automated user friendly Digital Direct Farmers Payment Application "mooPay" in two different milk shed zones of VRS Foods Ltd. - Kanpur Dehat District of Uttar Pradesh, and Malanpur district of Madhya Pradesh in the presence of the Managing Director/Director – Operation(s), Narender Nagar, under whose visionary leadership this project has been executed.

Milk Mantra appoints ex-Lactalis Sandipan Ghosh as COO

28-Jan-2021 - 0 Comments.

Milk Mantra has appointed accomplished food & dairy industry leader Sandipan Ghosh as Chief Operating Officer (COO).

qZense secures INR 4.5 Cr seed investment led by Venture Catalysts

01-Jan-2021 - 0 Comments.

Venture Catalysts, India’s first and largest integrated incubator and accelerator, has recently led INR 4.5 Cr seed investment in qZense Labs, an agritech start-up for quality control and management of fresh produce.

Jayshri Gayatri Food forays in country's B2C domestic market

31-Dec-2020 - 0 Comments.

Jayshri Gayatri Food Products (JGFP), one of the leading dairy product manufacturers in the Central India, has now forayed into the B2C Indian domestic market with its dairy products brand ‘Milk Magic’.

Hatsun Agro Product opens its 3000th outlet

02-Dec-2020 - 0 Comments.

Hatsun Agro Product Ltd. (HAP), a leading private sector dairy company in India, inaugurated its 3000 HAP Daily outlet.

Ninjacart partners with Kilofarms successfully produces first set of residue-free tomatoes

17-Nov-2020 - 0 Comments.

Ninjacart, India’s largest B2B fresh produce supply chain company furthered its vision of, ‘Safe food for billion people’ with its first set of Residue-Free Tomatoes, produced in partnership with agri-tech platform Kilofarms.

NDDB chairman unanimously elected to International Dairy Federation board

10-Nov-2020 - 0 Comments.

Dilip Rath, Chairman, National Dairy Development Board (NDDB) has been unanimously elected to the Board of International Dairy Federation (IDF) on 2 November 2020 during the General Assembly of IDF.

NDDB inks MoU with Ladakh to promote livelihoods from dairying

09-Nov-2020 - 0 Comments.

With a view to promote dairying and rural livelihoods in the Union Territory of Ladakh, NDDB and UT Administration of Ladakh signed an MoU for conducting a benchmark survey in the newly formed UT. NDDB’s dairy potential survey will help prepare a road map to boost dairying in the UT and will help in enhancing income of the rural population in the mountainous border areas.

AMUL introduces camel milk powder, ice cream

23-Oct-2020 - 0 Comments.

After the successful launch of Camel Fresh Milk, Camel Long life milk and Camel Chocolates, Amul has forayed further into value added camel milk products by launching its newest offering in the form of Camel Milk powder and Camel Milk Icecream.

Stellapps unveils direct payments to farmers, launches MooPay

16-Oct-2020 - 0 Comments.

As part of its value-added embedded fintech services program for dairies and dairy farmers, the leading dairy-tech startup Stellapps has launched a first of its kind fully automated Digital Direct Farmers Payment product for Dairy Cooperatives, called “mooPay” in Bhilwara district of Rajasthan.

INI Farms enters fresh fruit ecommerce segment with Kimaye

16-Oct-2020 - 0 Comments.

INI Farms, India's leading farm to home ag-tech fruit brand announced its entry into e-commerce through the launch of Kimaye.com.

Milk Mantra supports flood-affected dairy farmers

15-Sep-2020 - 0 Comments.

New age dairy startup Milk Mantra organized a health camp for cows at Gadamathiapada village on the 10 September, in a bid to support the dairy farmers of flood-affected Kanash block of Odisha’s Puri district.

‘Goal is to double the Fish Exports in the next 3 to 4 years’, says Modi

10-Sep-2020 - 0 Comments.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched PM Matsya Sampada Yojana, e-Gopala App & several initiatives linked to studies and research in fisheries production, dairy, animal husbandry and agriculture in Bihar through video conferencing.

Amul initiates India's first digitalization in artificial insemination

15-Aug-2020 - 0 Comments.

Artificial insemination is a proven scientific method for improving genetics of animals. Amul Dairy has decided to digitize the artificial insemination service in its operational area.

Cargill opens new cattle supplement plant Maharashtra with an investment of INR 122 cr

09-Aug-2020 - 0 Comments.

In order to address milk productivity in cattle’s across India, Cargill has opened a high-pressure hydrogenation plant in Kurkumbh, Maharashtra to manufacture superior bypass fat, a health and nutrition supplement for dairy cattle.

Narendra Singh Tomar inaugurates state of the art honey testing lab in Gujarat

24-Jul-2020 - 0 Comments.

Indian minister of agriculture and farmers’ welfare Narendra Singh Tomar has today inaugurated the ‘World Class State of Art Honey Testing Laboratory’ established by National Dairy Development Board (NDDB) in Anand (Gujarat) with support of National Bee Board (NBB), through Video Conference.

Amul consolidated turnover crosses INR 52,000 cr during 2019-20 FY

19-Jul-2020 - 0 Comments.

India’s largest milk co-operative, Gujarat Co-operative Milk Marketing Federation Ltd (GCMMF) and its constituent member unions which markets the Amul brand of milk and dairy products has registered a consolidate turnover of INR 52,000 crore during the fiscal year ended 31 March 2020.

Milk production is expected to touch 330 million tons by 2024, says dairy minister

16-Jul-2020 - 0 Comments.

Indian minister for animal husbandry and dairying Giriraj Singh today while launching the implementation guidelines for Animal Husbandry Infrastructure Development Fund (AHIDF) worth INR 15,000 crore said by 2024, country's milk production is expected to touch 330 million tonnes.

Stellapps receives technology pioneer award from World Economic Forum

17-Jun-2020 - 0 Comments.

Stellapps, the Bengaluru based market leader in the Indian dairy tech space, was selected among hundreds of candidates as one of the World Economic Forum’s “Technology Pioneers”.

India’s milk production in Q1 2020 improved over 2019, says RaboResearch Dairy report

15-Jun-2020 - 0 Comments.

Better soil moisture and feed quality, along with improved payouts to farmers, helped improve milk supplies. However, the lockdown from the second half of March has led to supply-chain disruptions, impacting demand for dairy products in the B2B channel, RaboResearch Dairy Quarterly titled 'Waiting for the Dust to Settle' said.

Ninjacart introduces foodprint to enable end to end food traceability

07-Jun-2020 - 0 Comments.

Ninjacart, India’s B2B fresh food supply chain company has launched FoodPrint, a complete food traceability infrastructure that captures the end-to-end footprint traceability of fruits and vegetables which moves from farm to home.

Government giving 1.5 crore dairy farmers Kisan Credit Cards

02-Jun-2020 - 0 Comments.

The Government will provide Kisan Credit Card (KCC) to 1.5 crore dairy farmers belonging to Milk Unions and Milk producing Companies within the next two months (1 June-31 July 2020) under a special drive.

Mother Dairy procuring 2.55 lakh litres per day in Vidarbha, Marathwada region

20-May-2020 - 0 Comments.

Taking an initiative in providing availability of essentials like food and health services to the masses is crucial, Mother Dairy is procuring an average milk volume of 2.55 lakh litres per day in Vidarbha and Marathwada region.

Dairy products output to grow by 10% in 2020-21 fiscal year, says India Ratings report

19-May-2020 - 0 Comments.

The manufactured dairy products output is estimated to grow 10% to INR 283,000 crore (USD $37.58 billion) during the current financial year (April 2020-March 2021), a Mumbai based rating firm, India Ratings and Research (Ind-Ra) said in a report.

Intello Labs raises $5.9M to digitize quality in fresh produce

19-May-2020 - 0 Comments.

Intello Labs has announced that it has raised a INR 45 crore (USD $5.9 million) in a Series A round led by Saama Capital, alongside global agritech funds GROW, SVG Ventures THRIVE

Govt announces interest subvention on working capital loans for dairy sector

14-May-2020 - 0 Comments.

Looking at the hardship faced by the dairy sector, central government has announced a interest subvention scheme on working capital for dairy sector.

Ninjacart appeals citizens to buy from farms directly

30-Apr-2020 - 0 Comments.

With millions of farmers across the country left in the lurch, owing to the lockdown, Ninjacart - India’s largest fresh produce supply chain company has launched a Harvest The Farms initiative to help the farmers.

JustMyRoots launches 24 hrs delivery service of fresh produce in Mumbai

24-Apr-2020 - 0 Comments.

Looking at the hardship faced by Mumbai citizens due to severe COVID19 crisis, Interstate perishable food delivery company, JustMyRoots.com have launched 24 hrs delivery service in Mumbai

Godrej Jersey commences direct dairy deliveries to housing societies

13-Apr-2020 - 0 Comments.

Creamline Dairy Products Limited (CDPL), subsidiary of Godrej Agrovet Limited has undertaken an initiative that will enable housing societies to directly order essential food items under their Jersey portfolio

Indian Railways operating 134 trains for transporting perishable commodities since CONVID-19

11-Apr-2020 - 0 Comments.

Indian Railways has identified 67 routes (134 trains) for Parcel Special Trains since the start of the lockdown for perishable commodities including fruits, vegetables, milk and dairy products and seeds for agriculture purpose

Ninjacart offers to supply fruits, vegetables at subsidized prices to orphanages, slums

03-Apr-2020 - 0 Comments.

In the wake of the COVID -19 pandemic and the shortage of food essentials such as fruits and vegetables; Ninjacart - India’s largest fresh food supply chain company, announced the provision of essential food items to Orphanages, Old Age homes and Slum areas at subsidized rates, which will be much lesser than the on-going market rates.

Over 34.5 million cattle registered under the National animal disease control program, says NDDB

02-Apr-2020 - 0 Comments.

In order to provide safety to country's cattle population from Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) and Brucellosis, National Dairy Development Board (NDDB)'s National Animal Disease Control Programme (NADCP), a 5-year project has been launched by the Indian Prime Minister, Narendra Modi with total outlay of INR 13,343 crore (USD $ 2 billion).

NDDB requests dairy cooperatives to ensure supply of milk, milk products

26-Mar-2020 - 0 Comments.

Considering the dairy cooperatives account for the bulk of the organized liquid milk supply to consumers, it is important that they make all the necessary arrangements to ensure the supply of milk and milk products to consumers in this unprecedented situation created by COVID 19 virus.

NDDB issues COVID-19 advisory to dairy cooperatives

21-Mar-2020 - 0 Comments.

In line with the Government of India’s efforts to contain the spread of COVID-19 virus, NDDB has disseminated essential advisory materials to dairy federations across the country.

Jain Farm Fresh Foods enter organic spices market

08-Aug-2019 - 0 Comments.

Jain Farm Fresh Foods Ltd. (JFFFL), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Jain Irrigation Systems Ltd., with one of the largest spice processing facility in India has forayed into organic spices

NDDB’s dairy development initiative in Vidarbha & Marathwada transforming lives: Dilip Rath

23-Jun-2019 - 0 Comments.

National Dairy Development Board’s dairy development initiative in Vidarbha and Marathwada are gradually transforming the lives of rural people as it has started impacting social issues like gender inequalities and unemployment. NDDB’s innovative efforts have given the much-needed confidence to milk producers as they are getting the fair share of consumer price.

Pune based Mittal Happy Cows Dairy Farms partners dairy tech start-up Mr Milkman

03-Jun-2019 - 0 Comments.

Mittal Happy Cows Dairy Farms, one of the fastest growing dairy farms in Pune, has partnered with Delhi based Dairy tech start-up, Mr. Milkman to launch a co-branded application – ‘Mr Milk’, to deliver premium quality, un-adulterated A2 Milk

Himalayan Creamery partners Mr. Milkman for launching milk subscription, delivery service

20-Mar-2019 - 0 Comments.

Himalayan Creamery, one of the fastest growing dairy farms in Punjab has partnered with Delhi based Dairy tech startup, Mr. Milkman to launch co-branded application for milk Subscription and delivery service in Punjab

NDDB opens up a new vista to multiply elite indigenous cows

18-Jan-2019 - 0 Comments.

Two calves one of Gir breed and other of Sahiwal were born at an interval of one week at the state-of-the art facility created by National Dairy Development Board (NDDB) in Anand for producing calves through in-vitro fertilization technique.

CLFMA CFO Forum discuss insights on the future of Indian livestock sector

01-Jun-2018 - 0 Comments.

CLFMA organized its first “CFO Forum” in association with NCDEX IPFT for senior-level professionals from various sub-sectors of livestock industry such as poultry, dairy, feed and aquaculture

NDDB Dairy Services ties up with PharmaSecure to safeguard indigenous cow population

13-Feb-2018 - 0 Comments.

PharmaSecure, a leading provider of brand protection, consumer loyalty & engagement solutions today announced that it has joined hands with NDDB- Dairy Services to provide a simple and effective tool to safeguard country’s high quality indigenous breeds of cow

India unveils rapid detection kits for adulterants in fresh fish

30-Jan-2018 - 0 Comments.

Indian agriculture and farmers welfare minister, Radha Mohan Singh today launched the Rapid Detection Kits for Adulterants in Fresh Fish, developed by Central Institute of Fisheries Technology (CIFT), Kochi

Indian dairy sector offers numerous possibilities for entrepreneurs globally

26-Nov-2017 - 0 Comments.

Indian Agriculture Minister said India is the Oyster of the global dairy industry with opportunities galore for the entrepreneurs globally

India allocates $1.70 BN for Dairy Processing & Infrastructure Development Fund

12-Sep-2017 - 0 Comments.

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by Prime Minister, Narendra Modi has approved a 'Dairy Processing & Infrastructure Development Fund' (DIDF) with an outlay of USD $1.70 billion (INR 10,881 crore)

DAHDF is regularly reviewing the availability of milk situation in the country with National Dairy Development Board

21-Apr-2017 - 0 Comments.

Adulteration in Milk is harmful to health even while it is an unfair trade practices

Quality Mark Award Scheme for Dairy Cooperatives initiated by NDDB

21-Apr-2017 - 0 Comments.

As part of the innovative initiatives under the “White Revolution” umbrella Schemes, the Department of Animal Husbandry, Dairying and Fisheries has supported the National Dairy Development Board(NDDB) developed initiative of “Quality Mark” Award Scheme for dairy Cooperatives to promote and encourage enhancement of safety, quality and hygiene of milk and milk products manufactured by dairy cooperatives.

NDDB's Cattle Feed Knowledge Portal launched

28-Feb-2017 - 0 Comments.

Indian minister of state for agriculture & farmers welfare, Parshottam Rupala has launched National Dairy Development Board (NDDB)’s Cattle Feed Knowledge Portal, an interactive knowledge platform on various aspects of compound cattle feed production.

NDDB’s Cattle Feed Knowledge Portal launched

28-Feb-2017 - 0 Comments.

Indian minister of state for agriculture & farmers welfare, Parshottam Rupala has launched National Dairy Development Board (NDDB)’s Cattle Feed Knowledge Portal, an interactive knowledge platform on various aspects of compound cattle feed production.

DuPont announces launch of Danisco YO-MIX CURD Cultures for the Indian market

25-Jan-2017 - 0 Comments.

DuPont Nutrition & Health will address today’s consumer trends in the dairy space with innovative ingredient solutions at the 45th Dairy Industry Conference and International Trade Fair in Mumbai, Maharashtra from 16-18 February.

DuPont announces launch of Danisco YO-MIX CURD Cultures for the Indian market

25-Jan-2017 - 0 Comments.

DuPont Nutrition & Health will address today’s consumer trends in the dairy space with innovative ingredient solutions at the 45th Dairy Industry Conference and International Trade Fair in Mumbai, Maharashtra from 16-18 February.

India sign MoU with Mauritius in agro industry, fisheries & dairy sector

16-Jan-2017 - 0 Comments.

Indian agriculture and farmers welfare minister, Radha Mohan Singh and Minister of Business, Enterprise and Cooperatives, Govt. of Mauritius, Soomilduth Bholah signed on MoU for Cooperation in the field of Cooperatives & related areas recently.

Huge opportunities generated for skilled youth in agriculture, allied sectors, says Singh

06-Jan-2017 - 0 Comments.

Indian minister of agriculture and farmers welfare has said that due to the sophisticated development in agriculture sector, employment opportunities have been generated for the skilled youth in the fields of agri-warehousing in agriculture, cold chains, supply chains, dairy, poultry, meat, fisheries, horticulture, agricultural mechanization as well as micro-irrigation.

Government ask Amul to open bank accounts of every milk producers by Jan 2017

27-Dec-2016 - 0 Comments.

In order to bring all dairy farmers in the banking channel, central government has asked the Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation Ltd (GCMMF) owner of country's largest dairy co-operative, AMUL to open bank accounts of all Milk producers/farmers by December 30, 2016.

Singh visits Mother Dairy, Safal outlets to promote cashless transaction

26-Dec-2016 - 0 Comments.

Indian minister of agriculture and farmers welfare, Radha Mohan Singh recently visited some outlets of Mother Dairy Milk and Safal to see the digitalization drive to promote cashless transaction.

Dairy startup, Osam raises $6.7 MN in Series B funding

13-Dec-2016 - 0 Comments.

Dairy startup, Osam has raised $6.7 million (Rs 45 crore) in Series B funding from Lok Capital-advised Growth Catalyst Partners.

Amul selects Amazon to enter US markets

02-Dec-2016 - 0 Comments.

In order to expand its reach in the United States, India's largest dairy cooperative with 3.6 million members, Amul has selected Amazon to sell its products in the US.

Dilip Rath appointed chairman of NDDB

01-Dec-2016 - 0 Comments.

The central government has appointed Dilip Rath as Chairman of the National Dairy Development Board (NDDB) for two years.

India chalks out dairy plan to increase milk production

In order to increase milk production, India has chalked out plans on how to produce more milk and also cut down spoilage

India forms committee for monitoring bird flu

26-Oct-2016 - 0 Comments.

Looking at an increase in bird flu cases in the country, Indian government today constituted a Committee headed by Joint Commissioner, Department of Animal Husbandry, Dairy and Fisheries (DADF) to maintain constant vigil on the situation arising out of avian influenza (H5N8).

Dairy Classic Ice Cream raises $16 MN from Motilal Oswal

24-Oct-2016 - 0 Comments.

Bangalore based Dairy Classic Ice Creams have raised over $16 million from Motilal Oswal Private Equity (MOPE) for expanding its operations in India.

Goa Dairy launches protein rich cattle feed

21-Oct-2016 - 0 Comments.

In order to increase milk output in the state, Goa Dairy has announced the launch of protein rich cattle feed 'Supreme' in the state.

By 2017 end Mother Dairy to sell fortified milk only

20-Oct-2016 - 0 Comments.

In a view to fight malnutrition in the country, National Dairy Development Board (NDDB)'s subsidiary, Mother Dairy will be selling fortified milk by the end of 2017.

Freshman Valley initiate CSR in Bahjoi

14-Oct-2016 - 0 Comments.

Understanding its responsibility towards the society, Uttar Pradesh based dairy plant, Freshmen Valley has organized CSR activity near its plant in Bahjoi, Sambhal district.

Mother Dairy to invest $30 MN in Maharashtra

06-Oct-2016 - 0 Comments.

The wholly owned subsidiary of National Dairy Development Board (NDDB), Mother Dairy will be investing $30 million (Rs 200 crore) in Maharashtra.

Creamline Dairy setting up new dairy plant in Vishakapatnam

05-Oct-2016 - 0 Comments.

In order to expand its reach across India, Creamline Dairy, a subsidiary of Godrej Agrovet is setting up new dairy plant in Vishakapatnam.

Dare to dairy at IDF World Dairy Summit in Netherlands

28-Aug-2016 - 0 Comments.

The IDF World Dairy Summit is the annual top meeting of the global dairy industry attracting about 1,500 participants from all over the world. This year (from the 16 to 21 October) the Summit is organized in The Netherlands and the message is Dare to Dairy!

Russia sign dairy export protocol with India

16-Aug-2016 - 0 Comments.

With several months of negotiations with Russia, decks are cleared for dairy exports, as the later has signed export protocols with India.

Telangana to launch dairy revolution

02-Aug-2016 - 0 Comments.

In order to increase milk production in the state, the newly created state, Telangana’s State Livestock Development Agency (TSLDA) has decided to launch a ‘white revolution’ in the state by adding good breedable milch animals.

Odisha Dairy Co-operative awarded ISO 22000:2005 certification

02-Aug-2016 - 0 Comments.

The MS Certification Services has granted International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 22000:2005 Certificate to the Bhubaneswar Dairy, Chandrasekharpur recently through its accredited agency under the assistance of the Institute of Quality and Environment Management Services Pvt Ltd.