समाचार और लेख

Desi Farms Crosses ₹300 Crore Revenue After Dairy Acquisitions

Desi Farms, an Indian dairy and farm-to-table consumer brand, has reported revenue exceeding ₹300 crore in FY2026, marking an eightfold increase from ₹38 crore in FY2025. The company has raised ₹155 crore during FY2026 to support acquisitions and business expansion, including the acquisition of established dairy company Suruchi Dairy Industries and Mumbai-based sweets brand Healthy…

22 October 2026

India Mandates BIS Certification for Specified Animal Feed Products

India has introduced mandatory quality control requirements for three categories of animal feed products under the Animal Feeds and Feed Ingredients (Quality Control) Order, 2026, published in the Gazette of India on October 12, 2026. The order requires covered products to comply with specified Indian Standards and carry the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) Standard…

21 October 2026

Aflatoxin M1 Detected in 58.7% of Milk Samples in Bangladesh, Raising Dairy Safety Concerns

A systematic review and meta-analysis of published research has raised concerns about milk safety in Bangladesh, reporting that 58.7% of examined milk samples contained aflatoxin M1 (AFM1), a toxic compound associated with contaminated animal feed. The findings highlight the importance of strengthening dairy feed quality controls, milk testing and food safety monitoring across the country’s…

21 October 2026

SADC Strengthens Animal Health to Boost Dairy Trade and Livestock Productivity

The Southern African Development Community (SADC) is stepping up efforts to strengthen animal health systems, improve livestock productivity and expand access to regional and international markets through the second phase of the Strengthening of Animal Health Services in Southern Africa (STOSAR II) programme. Running from 2024 to 2028, the initiative aims to address persistent animal…

21 October 2026

FSSAI Intensifies Food Safety Crackdown on Dairy and Packaged Food Businesses

Alleged contamination findings involving milk, cattle feed and biscuits highlight the importance of stricter quality controls, ingredient traceability and regulatory compliance across India’s food industry. India’s food safety framework has come under renewed scrutiny following reported enforcement action by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) against multiple food businesses over alleged contamination…

20 October 2026

Novonesis Launches Bovacillus Probiotic to Improve Dairy Cow Productivity and Feed Efficiency

Heat-stable probiotic designed for lactating dairy cows aims to improve milk yield, nutrient utilisation and farm profitability amid rising feed costs. Novonesis has launched Bovacillus, a Bacillus-based probiotic designed for lactating dairy cows, as dairy producers worldwide face rising feed costs and increasing pressure to improve milk production efficiency. The company describes the product as…

19 October 2026

Ukraine’s Industrial Dairy Farms Expand Amid War and Rising Automation

Ukraine’s dairy industry is undergoing a significant transformation as large agricultural companies expand production, invest in advanced technologies and develop industrial-scale dairy complexes despite the ongoing war. Over the past five years, industrial dairy farms have reportedly increased their annual milk output by 15% to approximately 3.2 million tonnes, reflecting a shift towards larger herds,…

19 October 2026

Himachal Pradesh Dairy Entrepreneur Builds Business with 14 Holstein Friesian Cows

A postgraduate in History from Mandi, Himachal Pradesh, Sakina Thakur has reportedly built a growing dairy farming business by combining personal investment, bank financing and modern dairy management practices. Her journey highlights the opportunities available in India’s dairy sector, particularly for women entrepreneurs seeking to establish sustainable businesses in rural areas. Sakina chose dairy farming…

18 October 2026

CSE Workshop Promotes Sustainable Dairy Farming Practices in India

India’s dairy sector plays a vital role in rural livelihoods, food security, nutrition and the national economy. As demand for milk and dairy products continues to support millions of farming households, improving productivity while reducing costs and disease risks remains a key priority for the industry. The Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) is organising…

16 October 2026

Top 6 Dairy Companies in Germany by Scale and Market Reach

Germany is home to one of Europe’s largest and most diverse dairy industries, combining farmer-owned cooperatives, family-run businesses, branded manufacturers and export-oriented processors. Its leading dairy companies supply supermarkets, foodservice operators and industrial customers with milk, cheese, butter, yoghurt, desserts and dairy ingredients. Six major groups stand out for their production capacity, financial scale and…

16 October 2026

Sikkim Governor Visits Moovana A2 Dairy Farm in West Bengal

The Governor of Sikkim, Shri Om Prakash Mathur, visited Moovana A2 dairy farm in Fulbari, near New Jalpaiguri (NJP), West Bengal, on October 15, 2026. The visit highlighted the dairy brand’s efforts to combine traditional cattle care practices with automated dairy farming technology and its plans to expand access to A2 dairy products. Moovana Showcases…

16 October 2026

Great Britain Milk Deliveries Fall 2.5% as Production Costs Rise

Great Britain’s milk supply continued to decline in September 2026 as dairy farmers faced rising production costs, animal health concerns and challenging forage conditions. According to figures from the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB), milk deliveries averaged 33.27 million litres per day during the month, bringing estimated monthly production to 998 million litres. The…

16 October 2026