dairy sector has a special role in making women self-reliant: President Murmu
President Droupadi Murmu in Karnal said the dairy sector has a special role in making women self-reliant. She was addressing the convocation function of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research-National dairy Research Institute (ICAR-NDRI). Key Points
The Hindu'India must open up to capture foreign dairy market'
According to Chand, being export competitive requires higher competitiveness than competing with imports. A country cannot be export competitive if it is unable to compete with imports. This issue is crucial for the future growth of the dairy industry in India, he said. As per the working paper, milk production in the country is projected to grow at 6% per year while the per-capita milk intake is already above the recommended level, even as population growth is falling below 1%. Key Points
Economic TimesIndia not to import butter, other dairy products; to tap domestic sector to improve supplies: Parshottam R
The demand has increased. We have huge untapped area, we will try to tap that...We will manage it properly and there is no need to worry, he said and urged farmers and consumers not to worry about it. On rise in retail prices of dairy products, the minister said there is no need to worry about the prices. Farmers are getting good rates. Key Points
Economic TimesGovt issues clarification on possibility of import of dairy products by India
There were misleading reports regarding the possibility of import of certain dairy products by India, but Govt hasn't taken any decision on it. Because of this, there is some apprehension b/w dairy farmers & stakeholders, said Rajesh Singh, Secretary, Animal Husbandry dept. Key Points
Economic TimesBig catch Amul veteran RS Sodhi can help Reliance milk the market
Since Sodhi has headed India's biggest cooperative, Amul, that sources milk form farmers, he is an ideal candidate for the role that Reliance has likely envisaged for him. Yet, Sodhi's hiring could also be a glimpse into the company's future plans — a possible foray into India's vast dairy sector. Key Points
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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. Key Points
Economic TimesFMCG, dairy firms betting on strong double-digit sales growth this summer season
The summer season will also get a tailwind in the form of an abatement of the pandemic with increased consumer mobility. This will also help the out-of-home (OOH) segment, where the companies expect a sharp rise in sales after a slump of two years. Companies are ready with new and innovative offerings anticipating strong demand for their products this season and have started building inventory. Key Points
Economic TimesRBI's lending innovation: Can't prove creditworthiness? Now you will still get a loan
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is developing a Public Tech Platform for Frictionless Credit delivery through end-to-end digital lending processes, beginning with Kisan Credit Card and dairy loans. RBIH, the RBI's wholly owned subsidiary that accelerates innovation in the financial sector, is piloting its platform in five states and plans to expand its offering to include education loans, MSMEs, and vehicle and personal loans. It will allow lenders to tap into data on milk sales or land records to establish creditworthiness, speeding up the loan application process from its current two to three weeks to a few minutes. Key Points
Economic TimesFull potential of dairy sector yet to be tapped: Union minister Parshottam Rupala
Union minister Parshottam Rupala on Sunday stressed the need to tap the entire potential of the dairy industry in the country, maintaining that only about 25 per cent of the total milk produced is sold through the organised sector. He urged the youth to engage in the dairy sector by employing the latest technologies to ensure a substantial earning. Key Points
Economic TimesKerala cattle farmer diagnosed with Brucellosis disease. What is it?
A dairy farmer in Kerala's Thiruvananthapuram district has been diagnosed with Brucellosis disease. Here's what you need to know about this bacterial infection. Key Points
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Amul jaisa koi nahi: PM Modi hails Amul's contribution in India's dairy sector; calls for making it world'
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. Key Points
Economic Times‘No import of dairy products; we will boost output’
In 2021-22, milk output stood at 221 million tonnes, nearly 6.3% more than the previous year, according to the ministry. Key Points
mintIndia may consider dairy products’ import on tight supply amid stagnant milk output: Govt
Milk output in the country stood at 221 million tonne in 2021-22, up 6.25 per cent from 208 million tonne in the previous year, as per the official data. Key Points
FinancialexpressDelhi girl stabbed, bludgeoned to death by boyfriend in horrific murder case; accused arrested
The murderer was allegedly her boyfriend, a 20-year-old. The case was reported from northwest Delhi's Shahbad dairy area. The victim was a resident of JJ Colony in Shahbad Dairy. The murder was captured by a nearby CCTV camera. A video purportedly of the incident was shared widely on social media. Key Points
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