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Two Milma Malabar milk societies win top honours at National Gopal Ratna Awards 2025
17-Nov-2025 - 0 Comments.
Two dairy cooperative societies under Milma’s Malabar Regional Co-operative Milk Producers’ Union (MRCMPU) have won top honours at the National Gopal Ratna Awards (NGRA) 2025, reaffirming Kerala’s leadership in the cooperative dairy sector.
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Milma opens Thiruvananthapuram Dairy for public visit on Nov 24–25 for National Milk Day
17-Nov-2025 - 0 Comments.
Milma’s Thiruvananthapuram Regional Co-operative Milk Producers’ Union (TRCMPU) has made arrangements for the public to visit the Thiruvananthapuram Dairy at Ambalathara on November 24 and 25, as part of the National Milk Day celebrations.
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Milma’s Tvm, Malabar Unions initiate recruitment to boost dairy workforce
06-Nov-2025 - 0 Comments.
Milma launches major recruitment for Thiruvananthapuram and Malabar regional unions to expand human resources, with reservation for farmers and focus on youth.
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Dairy farmers’ kin to get job quota in Milma; Govt clears proposal
29-Sep-2025 - 0 Comments.
Milma Chairman K S Mani recently welcomed the State Government’s decision according in-principle approval to the proposal to provide reservation for dependents of dairy farmers in permanent appointments in Milma’s three regional unions, terming it as a “historic and revolutionary step that will further strengthen Kerala’s dairy sector.”
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India seeks climate justice, fisheries support at FAO meet
17-Sep-2025 - 0 Comments.
At a regional meeting of the country representatives from Bay of Bengal region, India has demanded climate justice in global and regional fisheries governance, stressing that countries contributing least to climate crisis should not bear the heaviest costs.
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Milma TRCMPU records INR 37 crore dairy sales during Onam season
08-Sep-2025 - 0 Comments.
Milma’s Thiruvananthapuram Regional Co-operative Milk Producers Union (TRCMPU) posts record ₹37 crore sales of milk, curd, and ghee during Onam 2025.
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CLFMA, Sri Lankan institutions open talks to strengthen livestock cooperation
08-Jul-2025 - 0 Comments.
India and Sri Lanka held a landmark meet to explore joint action in livestock breeding, feed innovation, and veterinary science for regional development.
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Nagpur to hosts climate-resilient farming dialogue on June 30
25-Jun-2025 - 0 Comments.
Nagpur will host a regional policy dialogue on June 30 to promote climate-resilient agriculture in Maharashtra, with awards recognizing sustainability leaders.
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Above-normal monsoon to boost farm output, say experts
24-Jun-2025 - 0 Comments.
IMD predicts above-normal monsoon in 2025. Experts optimistic about crop yield but warn that uneven rain distribution could impact regional farm output.
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Monash scientists discover genetic key to climate-resilient ‘designer crops’
20-Jun-2025 - 0 Comments.
Monash University scientists discover a decentralised plant temperature-sensing system, unlocking the potential for climate-resilient “designer crops” tailored to regional weather patterns.
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Amid rising health concerns, experts ask for safeguards, responsible use of pesticides
05-Jun-2025 - 0 Comments.
At the Regional Policy Dialogue on Climate Change & Its Impact on Agriculture held on Thursday at the Panjab University, Babita, IAS, Agriculture Commissioner, Government of Punjab, made a strong case for overhauling agriculture policies in light of the growing public health and environmental crisis.
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Agri-credit likely to rise 9% in FY26, setting new record
14-May-2025 - 0 Comments.
Agricultural credit is poised to reach new heights in FY26, with commercial banks and regional rural banks expected to extend over Rs 31.5 lakh crore in loans to the sector.
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Climate Change, Agriculture, Sustainability, Policy Dialogue
08-May-2025 - 0 Comments.
With climate change severely impacting India’s food systems, a high-level Regional Policy Dialogue on Climate Change & Its Impact on Agriculture will be held in Bhopal on May 10, 2025.
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Milma TRCMPU posts record INR 39.07 Cr profit in FY 2025
29-Apr-2025 - 0 Comments.
In a major boost to Kerala’s dairy sector, the Trivandrum Regional Co-operative Milk Producers’ Union (TRCMPU) of Milma has reported a record profit of INR 39.07 crore for the financial year 2024–25 — the highest in a decade.
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Top 10 Premium Rice Varieties in India
22-Apr-2025 - 0 Comments.
India's rich agricultural heritage boasts a plethora of rice varieties, each with distinct characteristics and flavors. Among these, certain premium varieties command higher prices due to factors such as grain quality, aroma, cultivation challenges, and regional demand.
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India Champions Regional Agri-Cooperation at BIMSTEC Ministerial Meeting in Kathmandu
14-Apr-2025 - 0 Comments.
Indian Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare and Rural Development Minister, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, led the Indian delegation at the 3rd BIMSTEC Agriculture Ministerial Meeting (BAMM) held in Kathmandu recently.
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Sustainable Castor Association announces significant improvements for farmed castor
18-Feb-2025 - 0 Comments.
During the International Round Table Event hosted in Mumbai recently, Sphera Solutions presented a summary of their comprehensive field study of 10,000 farmers in the India castor region. Compared to regional averages, farmers who have been educated and certified by the SuCCESS sustainable farming code demonstrated improvements in all major LCA impact categories of approximately 30% (ISO 14040/44 Standards – cradle to farm-gate perimeter).
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Milma’s TRCMPU announces additional price of INR 15 per litre of milk for farmers
25-Dec-2024 - 0 Comments.
The annual general body meeting (AGM) of Milma’s Thiruvananthapuram Regional Cooperative Milk Producers’ Union (TRCMPU), held here today, announced an additional price of Rs 15 per litre of milk procured from farmers affiliated to the cooperative societies under it.
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AfDF invest $99 million for development of rice cultivation value chains in West Africa
27-Nov-2024 - 0 Comments.
The Board of Directors of the African Development Fund has approved initial funding of $99.16 million to develop regional rice cultivation value chains as part of the Regional West Africa Rice Development project.
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Agricultural Innovation, Technology: Key to Combating Hunger
04-Aug-2024 - 0 Comments.
With the recent release of the United Nations (UN) 2024 State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World (SOFI) report, CropLife Asia and its member companies are highlighting the increasingly critical role agricultural innovation and technology play in enabling and empowering regional farmers to produce the safe, nutritious and affordable food that drives food security in Asia.
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Livestock sector plays a critical role in India's economy and food security, says Gujarat agri minister
23-Jul-2024 - 0 Comments.
The Department of Animal Husbandry & Dairying (DAHD), Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying, Government of India, along with the states of Gujarat conducted a “Regional Training Workshop on the 21st Livestock Census Software (Mobile & Web Application/Dashboard) and Breeds for State and District Nodal Officers (SNO/DNO).”
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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.
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Milma’s TRCMPU launches first Mili Mart at Pazhavangadi
15-Jun-2024 - 0 Comments.
Strengthening its market outreach and presence, Thiruvananthapuram Regional Co-operative Milk Producers Union (TRCMPU) of Milma today opened the first Milma ‘Mili Mart’ outlet at Reliance Retail Limited’s Smart Bazaar at Pazhavangadi in the city.
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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.
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Top Okra (lady's finger) producer states in India
04-Apr-2024 - 0 Comments.
Okra, also known as lady's finger, is a versatile vegetable cherished for its unique flavor and nutritional value. In India, particularly, it reigns supreme as a key ingredient in various regional cuisines.
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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.
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NABARD, National Rural Livelihood Mission MoU to benefit women SHGs
28-Feb-2024 - 0 Comments.
Marking a strategic alliance to benefit rural women SHGs, NABARD and the National Rural Livelihood Mission (DAY-NRLM) under the Ministry of Rural Development, GoI inked a landmark MoU on 27 February 2024 in NABARD’s Head Office, Mumbai.
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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.
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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.
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Mrs Mani Viswanath elected as chairperson of Milma’s TRCMPU
21-Dec-2023 - 0 Comments.
Mrs Mani Viswanadh was today elected as Chairperson of Thiruvananthapuram Regional Co-operative Milk Producers Union (TRCMPU) after the completion of the electoral process to the regional union of Milma comprising four southern districts.
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Mani Viswanath takes over as TRCMPU Administrative Committee Convener
13-Nov-2023 - 0 Comments.
Mrs Mani Viswanath recently assumed charge as the Administrative Committee Convener of Thiruvananthapuram Regional Co-operative Milk Producers Union (TRCMPU), after Shri N Bhasurangan stepped down from the post.
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BOBP Calls for Regional Cooperation in Bay of Bengal
22-Oct-2023 - 0 Comments.
The Bay of Bengal Programme Inter-Governmental Organisation (BOBP-IGO) has sought greater research cooperation among the member countries as climate change is taking a toll on marine fisheries of the Bay of Bengal region.
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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.
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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.
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Marut Drones conducts farmer’s awareness sessions on AI, drones technologies
19-Feb-2023 - 0 Comments.
India’s leading drone manufacturer and service provider Marut Drones was invited to participate in a day’s workshop on Stewardship and Innovative Technologies in Crop Protection at Regional Agricultural Research Station (PJTSAU), Warangal on Friday.
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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.
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Ninjacart appoints Paul Varghese as head of resller platform
02-Nov-2022 - 0 Comments.
Ninjacart, India's leading agri-startup that leverages technology and data to organize the Indian agriculture ecosystem, announced the appointment of Paul Varghese as Head of its Reseller Platform effective October 6, 2022.
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TRCMPU of Milma launches silage distribution programme
31-Oct-2022 - 0 Comments.
As part of the various initiatives to make the state self-sufficient in milk production, the Thiruvananthapuram Regional Cooperative Milk Producers Union of Milma (TRCMPU-Milma) launched the silage distribution project, known as ‘Haritham,’ that will keep cattle in good health and lead to higher milk production.
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TRCMPU adopts INR Rs 1,248 Cr budget for 2022-23
22-Sep-2022 - 0 Comments.
The Trivandrum Regional Co-operative Milk Producers Union (TRCMPU) unanimously adopted a budget of INR 1,248 crore for the financial year 2022-23 at its Annual General Body meeting today.
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ICAR-CMFRI releases 500,000 hatchery-produced pearl oyster spat in Gulf of Mannar
19-Sep-2022 - 0 Comments.
Tuticorin Regional Station of the ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) sea-ranched 500,000 hatchery-produced pearl oyster (Pinctada fucata) spat of 5 mm size in select areas in the Gulf of Mannar on 15 September 2022.
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Azelis inaugurates state-of-the-art regional innovation center for food & nutrition in Singapore
20-Jun-2022 - 0 Comments.
Azelis, a leading innovation service provider in the specialty chemicals and food ingredients industry, announces the opening of its Regional Innovation Center (RIC) for Food & Nutrition (F&N) in Singapore, further demonstrating the Group's commitment to continuously invest in its innovation capabilities.
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Kailash Choudhary inaugurate regional conference of cluster based business organizations in Jaipur
07-May-2022 - 0 Comments.
Union Minister of State for Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare Kailash Choudhary will inaugurate Regional Conference of Cluster Based Business Organizations (CBBOs) recently in Jaipur.
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‘Kisan bhagidari, prathmikta hamari' to be organized from 25th April to 30th April 2022 as part of azadi ka amrit mahotsav
25-Apr-2022 - 0 Comments.
Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare is organizing the 'Kisan Bhagidari, Prathmikta Hamari’ campaign from 25th to 30th April, 2022 under 'Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav' in association of various other Ministries/ Departments of Government of India. During the campaign, Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare will organize countrywide programs at regional level for farmers.
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Syngenta India appoints Susheel Kumar as MD and country head
08-Mar-2022 - 0 Comments.
Agricultural firm Syngenta India recently announced an appointment of Susheel Kumar as the new country head and managing director of the company, according to a media report.
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ReshaMandi strengthens its leadership team
23-Feb-2022 - 0 Comments.
ReshaMandi, a B2B marketplace digitizing the natural fiber supply chain, strengthens its leadership team by appointing Abhishek Kumar as SVP - Marketing and Subramanya Srikant as Head Of Human Resources.
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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.
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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.
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MPEDA enters 50th year of its existence; launches year-long Golden Jubilee celebrations
25-Aug-2021 - 0 Comments.
The Marine Products Export Development Authority (MPEDA) ushered into its 50th year of eventful and glorious existence by launching year-long Golden Jubilee celebrations, the first of its kind in the history of the organisation making way for the participation of hundreds, including pensioners, exporters and all its regional divisions and societies, through virtual platform.
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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.
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Amul chief receives Asia Pacific Productivity Champion award
12-Jun-2021 - 0 Comments.
Dr. R S Sodhi, Managing Director, Gujarat Co-operative Milk Marketing Federation Limited (Amul) has been awarded with the prestigious Asian Productivity Organization (APO), Tokyo, Japan regional award.
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Ashish Dobhal appointed new UPLs' India Regional Director
31-May-2021 - 0 Comments.
UPL Ltd., a leader in global food systems and sustainable agriculture solutions, has announced the appointment of Ashish Dobhal as the Regional Director for India region.
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OneBasket adding value to agri supply chain
13-Mar-2021 - 0 Comments.
Looking at the challenges faced by farmers to bring their product to the end users, Hyderabad based agritech startup company, OneBasket is taking this challenge head on.
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IPNLF urges Indian Ocean Tuna Commission to take urgent action on yellowfin stock rebuilding
17-Dec-2020 - 0 Comments.
The International Pole & Line Foundation (IPNLF) is calling on members of the Indian Ocean Tuna Commission (IOTC) to take urgent action, while working in the best interests of the region’s tuna resources and its coastal fisheries, when this regional fisheries management organisation convenes its Special Session in early March 2021 to discuss the rebuilding of the overfished Indian Ocean yellowfin tuna stock.
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Rainfall very likely over central & adjoining east India during next 3 days and increase in intensity & distribution thereafter
01-Jul-2020 - 0 Comments.
The National Weather Forecasting Centre/Regional Meteorological Centre, New Delhi of the India Meteorological Department (IMD)
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Southwest monsoon advances over entire Maharashtra, south Gujarat, parts of central & East India
14-Jun-2020 - 0 Comments.
According to the National Weather Forecasting Centre/Regional Meteorology Centre, New Delhi of the India Meteorological Department Advance of Southwest Monsoon till 14 June 2020.
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CLFMA organised regional technical event on poultry
08-May-2019 - 0 Comments.
Following the success of technical seminar in Pune CLFMA extended similar event in Karnal recently under the leadership of CLFMA Chairman Mr.S.V.Bhave with supported by PFI and Broiler Breeder Association North India.
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International Workshop Calls for Joint Fisheries Management Plans for Afro-Asian Nations
30-Jan-2019 - 0 Comments.
An international workshop on fisheries and aquaculture has called for regional cooperation among the member countries of African Asian Rural Development Organisation (AARDO) in an effort to develop joint fisheries management plans aiming to achieve sustainable development of the fisheries in Afro-Asian countries
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Asian Development Bank executive tops list of key speakers at Global AgInvesting Asia
03-Aug-2016 - 0 Comments.
Martin Lemoine, unit head of food and agribusiness investment for the Asian Development Bank, tops off a list of notable speakers at HighQuest’s sixth annual Global AgInvesting (GAI) Asia Seminar in Japan.
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Asian Development Bank executive tops list of key speakers at Global AgInvesting Asia
03-Aug-2016 - 0 Comments.
Martin Lemoine, unit head of food and agribusiness investment for the Asian Development Bank, tops off a list of notable speakers at HighQuest’s sixth annual Global AgInvesting (GAI) Asia Seminar in Japan.
