Dairy Sector contributing to nutrition, livelihood and sustainability
World Milk Day, celebrated annually on June 1st of every year is a moment to acknowledge the significant contributions of the dairy sector to nutrition, livelihood, and global agricultural economies. In India, dairy is the single largest agricultural commodity, contributing 5 percent to the national economy and directly employing more than 8 crore farmers. India’s prominence […]
GCC set to tighten cattle rules, test milk quality, curb oxytocin
Facing flak for an unfettered rise in the number of stray cattle and attacks in the city, the Greater Chennai Corporation will roll out a comprehensive cattle census. Mayor R Priya will pass a resolution in this regard at the first GCC council meeting after the model code of conduct is lifted on June 4. GCC commissioner Dr J […]
Ice cream companies pin hopes on post-election GST rate cut
Ice cream companies have doubled down on their efforts to reduce GST rate by approaching the President, who has duly forwarded their representation to the Finance Ministry. Subsequently, they have key Finance Ministry officials with a plea for lowering the tax. Ice cream, sold through shops or parlours attracts 18 per cent GST. However, if […]
Unlocking the potential of precision animal nutrition for sustainable dairy
Precision animal nutrition represents a significant stride towards sustainable dairying practices. By tailoring diets to the specific needs of livestock based on their genetic makeup, age, health, and productivity levels, this approach, not only optimises animal health, and growth but also minimises waste and environmental impact. Let’s explore the potential of precision animal nutrition to […]
Manthan at Cannes- Amul model is India’s gift to the world:Jayen Mehta
The screening of the restored 4K version of the 1976 Smita Patil starrer Shyam Benegal classic ‘Manthan’ at Salle Bunuel in 77th edition of the Cannes Film Festival on Friday marked a milestone not only for the film, based on the pioneering milk cooperative movement of Dr Varghese Kurien, but also propped up the Gujarat […]
Karnataka Milk Federation urges government to release ₹5 milk subsidy to dairy farmers
The Udupi District Dairy Farmers’ Federation on Thursday, May 16, decided to urge the government to release ₹5 a litre support price for milk procured from farmers that has been pending for the last seven months. In a meeting of the federation members, including milk societies’ representatives and farmers in Udupi, they also wanted the […]
ICMR: Limit milk Tea and Coffee Consumption, Raises Concern Over Excess Intake
A new guideline issued by The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) recommends that tea and coffee consumers be cautious about excessive consumption. The ICMR, in collaboration with the National Institute of Nutrition (NIN), released 17 new dietary guidelines for Indian citizens to promote healthy eating habits nationwide. The guidelines stress the importance of a diverse diet […]
From Village Milk Collector to Rs 500 Crore Company Owner: Narayan Majumdar’s Journey
In the vast and diverse landscape of Indian entrepreneurship, stories of individuals rising from humble beginnings to build formidable business empires are both inspiring and motivational. One such remarkable story is that of Narayan Majumdar, a veteran dairy technologist and the founder of Red Cow Dairy. His journey from collecting milk on a bicycle to […]
Despite good initiatives under NDA backing out on farm reforms is a negative
he National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government adopted a two-pronged strategy to address the twin challenges of raising agricultural growth and enhancing the welfare of farmers after it came to power in 2014. Initiatives such as PM Kisan Samman Nidhi, which entail an annual payment of ₹6,000 per farmer in four installments, or the PM Fasal […]
Asia-Pacific Power List 2024: Jayen Mehta, Amul
Jayen Mehta is a very busy man. Understandably so, as it is no mean feat to give legs to India’s prime minister’s vision of making Amul “the taste of the world.” Mehta, a campus recruit of IRMA (Institute of rural management, Anand), joined Amul as a trainee in 1991. Three decades later, as its managing […]
