DAIRY FARMERS
Plan to set up coop bank, milk producers' union in every district of country: Amit Shah
Union Cooperation Minister Amit Shah outlined the government's ambitious plans during the 'Sahkar se Samriddhi' programme marking the 102nd International Day of Cooperatives. He announced targets to establish cooperative banks and milk producers' unions in every district, and to set up multipurpose agriculture credit societies in two lakh panchayats lacking cooperative institutions within five years.
Nandini hits new milestone with 10 mn litres of milk procurement daily
Karnataka achieves record daily milk procurement of 10 million litres, prompting increased subsidy burden. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah highlights growth in dairy sector under Nandini brand, despite opposition claims of milk price hikes.
PM Modi addresses farmers, says he wants Indian products on every dining table in world
Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the importance of Indian food products in the global market at a PM Kisan Samman Sammelan. He emphasized self-reliance in pulses and oilseeds and the 'one district one product' initiative to boost agricultural exports.
Election results in the onion belt increases hopes of industry and farmers for more farm friendly policies
"Soyabean prices have been low as the crushing of our own crop was less due to higher imports of cooking oils. Low import duties and low prices in the international markets led to a substantial increase in the import of cooking oils," said BV Mehta, executive director, the Solvent Extractors' Association (SEA).
Milk prices in India on the boil: What’s causing the hikes time and again?
Following India's completion of the monumental 18th Lok Sabha elections, a surge in prices emerged notably in milk and tolls. The nation's top two milk cooperatives, Amul and Mother Dairy, have announced a Rs 2 increase in their milk prices, effective June 3. Consequently, the full cream variants of Mother Dairy and Amul, previously priced at Rs 66 per litre in 2023, will now be priced at Rs 68 per litre.
Amul milk price hiked by Rs 2/litre from today, sparks consumer concerns post elections
The Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation (GCMMF) has announced a Rs 2 per litre price hike for all variants of Amul milk, effective from Monday. The decision was made in response to the rising costs of operation and milk production. Jayen Mehta, Managing Director of GCMMF, confirmed the price increase, noting that the last adjustment was made in February 2023. The hike aims to compensate farmers for their increased production costs.
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Mother Dairy increases milk prices by Rs 2 per litre in Delhi-NCR
Mother Dairy raised milk prices by Rs 2 per litre in Delhi-NCR market, following Amul. The price adjustment aims to offset rising production costs post-election, impacting various milk variants and sustainability in dairy farming.
2024 Karnal Lok Sabha Elections: BJP veteran faces Congress youth leader
Karnal is seen as one of the better seats for the BJP which its precursor, Jan Sangh, had won for the first time in 1962. While Karnal is hub for rice millers, dairy players and the footwear industry, Panipat in a handloom industry centre.
Assam: Purabi Dairy cooperative targets sale of 4 tons of local honey
“Our customers have consistently shared positive feedback, praising the rich, authentic taste and the purity of Purabi Honey. Initially, they tried the product by purchasing smaller packs, but now there has been greater demand for larger packs, which is why we introduced the half-kilogram pack,” said S M Hussain, Marketing, WAMUL.
Nandini’s partnership with T20 world cup will help dairy brand in global market, says Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah
The Karnataka Cooperative Milk Federation (KMF) has partnered with the Scotland and Ireland cricket teams, which Chief Minister Siddaramaiah believes will boost the global presence of the Nandini brand. This partnership was revealed as Cricket Scotland unveiled their jersey featuring Nandini's name for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. Siddaramaiah expressed delight in Nandini securing sponsorship for these teams, highlighting its existing popularity in countries like Malaysia, Vietnam, Singapore, UAE, and the USA.
As 'Nandini' sponsors T20 WC teams, Siddaramaiah says 'will take co-op brand to the world'
The Karnataka-based Nandini dairy brand has been announced as the official sponsor of the Scotland cricket team in the upcoming T20 World Cup in the US. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah praised the move as a significant step in making Nandini a global brand. The company, known in countries like Malaysia, Vietnam, Singapore, USA, Dubai, UAE, and UAE, is the second largest dairy co-operative in South India. KMF has 16 Milk Unions covering all districts of Karnataka.
Nandini redux? Speculations in MP over Amul's Sanchi Dairy takeover attempt
Amul's plans for Sanchi Dairy can spark big protests in Madhya Pradesh, in the same manner that the Nandini matter caused a huge furore in Karnataka.
Not too worried about rural demand dipping or any pressure in urban side: Amul India MD
Amul's Jayen Mehta notes 10%+ growth in dairy products, with fresh products up 14-15%. Daily Rs 200 crore milk purchase aids rural economy. 38% turnover from towns <20,000. Market expansion and competition focus highlighted.
How this agri-insurtech player is helping dairy farmers reduce income loss due to excessive heat
IBISA’s heat stress solution aims to revolutionise the industry by a cost-effective way to mitigate climate risks and enhance the sustainability of dairy farming in India.
Gujarat farmer's online donkey milk business rakes in Rs 3 lakh monthly
Here's how Dhiren Solanki's innovative approach to selling donkey milk online for Rs 5,000 per litre has transformed his business, earning him a substantial income of Rs 3 lakh per month. Learn about the challenges he faced and the strategies he employed to establish a successful online presence in the dairy industry.
Bird flu is spreading to more farm animals. Are milk and eggs safe?
Bird flu outbreak in US dairy cows spreads to 26 herds in 8 states. Health officials ensure low public risk and safe food supply. Milk pasteurization crucial for safety, raw milk sales cautioned. Egg safety maintained despite outbreak.
How Reliance Jio's 5G IoT solutions transforming farming practices in India
Reliance Jio's JioKrishi and JioGauSamriddhi IoT solutions revolutionize Indian agriculture. From improving crop yield to enhancing dairy farming practices, these devices benefit farmers by providing real-time data and insights for better decision-making.
45-50% growth in Amul’s summer product categories likely this year: MD
Amul India navigates cocoa price surge impact by passing on costs to consumers. However, as Amul is still a value for money brand, it would pinch the consumers much. Partnerships with CAMPCO aid cocoa bean producers. Expansion into the US fresh milk market and focus on ice cream and beverage SKUs drive growth expectations of 45-50%.
Three new coop societies will help solve many agri problems, raise farmers' income: Amit Shah
Cooperation Minister Amit Shah inaugurated Bhartiya Beej Sahakari Samiti Ltd, National Cooperative Organics Ltd, and National Cooperative Export Ltd to promote organic farming, exports, and seed production. A laboratory will certify organic farm and products. Shah aims to increase India's organic exports.
Amul vision is to be the biggest dairy in the world; already exporting to almost 50 countries: MD
Amul is deeply expanding into rural areas, with a revenue target of Rs 80,000 crore ending March this year. They dominate the cheese market and plan to increase capacity. Amul's value added products contribute to farmers' livelihoods and provide value for money to consumers. They aim to become the biggest dairy brand globally, focusing on competitive pricing and strong distribution.
High temperatures expected to heat up ice-cream sales
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast summer season temperatures to be above normal this year with a greater number of heat-wave days. Leading ice-cream brands are already experiencing a surge in demand.
State government to provide Rs 5 additional benefit on each litre of milk to dairy farmers next year: Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma
Assam CM Sarma announced additional benefits for dairy farmers and unveiled the expanded Purabi Dairy plant, increasing milk processing capacity. The new plant will produce ice cream and meet additional demand, contributing to higher revenue turnover. The government and NDDB have supported dairy development in Assam.
India aiming to achieve one-third of the global milk production by 2030: Official
NDDB aims to increase India's share in global milk production to one-third by 2030. Focus on breeding, nutrition, animal health, and animal productivity. Government of India and NDDB working together. NDDB forms joint venture in Assam. Working on increasing procurement and capacity of WAMUL, using renewable and solar energy sources. Emphasis on holistic development.
Amul to celebrate golden jubilee on Thursday, discuss vision for next 25 years: GCMMF chief
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend the golden jubilee celebrations of GCMMF and inaugurate five projects worth Rs 1,200 crore. The event will be held at Narendra Modi Stadium in Motera, Ahmedabad. GCMMF's vision for the next 25 years will also be discussed.
Amul jaisa koi nahi: PM Modi hails Amul's contribution in India's dairy sector; calls for making it world's No. 1 dairy co
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated five projects worth Rs 1,200 crore at the Golden Jubilee celebration of Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation (GCMMF), which runs the brand Amul. Modi praised Amul's uniqueness and its contribution to India's dairy sector, calling it an 'example' for future generations. He also highlighted Gujarat's contribution to India's dairy sector, highlighting the double-engine government and the double-engine milk production in the state.
Good Samaritans: Mollywood stars Jayaram & Mammootty extend financial support to teen farmer who lost 13 cows to food poisoning
Jayaram said the film crew of the Malayalam movie 'Abraham Ozler', in which he stars, has opted to cancel the scheduled trailer launch event on January 4, and instead decided to donate the Rs 5 lakh allocated for it to Matthew's family.
India's farmers wrestle with shift to eco-friendly agriculture
Agriculture is India's biggest employer, supporting the livelihoods of 250 million farmers and informal labourers - but their work is getting harder as climate change makes living off farming difficult, pushing up debt, migration and suicides. Worries over falling yields have driven up the use of chemical fertilisers that are stripping the soil of nutrients and fuelling agricultural emissions on a warming planet.
Coop minister Amit Shah launches 'Bharat Organics' brand of new cooperative body NCOL
Union Cooperation Minister Amit Shah launched the 'Bharat Organics' brand of the newly created National Cooperative Organics Ltd (NCOL) and announced that it will become a trusted brand in India and abroad. The NCOL will initially sell six organic products in India, with plans to expand internationally.
Purabi Dairy to release Rs 1.47 crore additional procurement price to dairy farmers in Assam
Purabi Dairy, the largest dairy cooperative in Assam, has announced an additional milk procurement price of Rs 147.91 lakh for dairy farmers. The decision is expected to significantly boost the income of thousands of farmers and strengthen the rural economy. The cooperative aims to encourage farmers to adopt scientific dairying techniques and has expanded its product range and entered new markets to ensure sustainable growth.
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