World Milk Day, celebrated on 1st of June to recognize the importance of Milk as a global food. It was started by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations since 2001. India is one of the largest producers of milk in the world. The sustainability in the dairy sector messages on nutrition. By 1975, all imports of milk and milk products were stopped as India became self-sufficient in milk production. Dr. Varghese Kurien, also known as the ‘Father of the White Revolution’ in India, is remembered today on World Milk Day. There are many brands who produce the best quality milk across the city. Few of the brands are:
Amul Milk
Amul Milk, caters on full cream milk, Tea special milk, Cow milk, Double toned milk and Standardized Milk, Toned Milk, Lactose free milk and many more. They are available in packets and tetra packs of various sizes and shapes. The milk is rich in calcium and protein with a minimum of 35 calories and 1% fat. It can be stored in dry and cool places.
Mother Dairy
Mother Dairy, is an Indian food processing company that manufactures milk and milk products which includes milk, ice cream, paneer etc. The rich nutrients present in milk makes a meal complete. This product is offered in a wide range from lactose free milk, mixed milk, cow milk, double toned milk, buffalo milk, skimmed milk and many more. They are available in tetra packs, bottles and the plastic covers. They come in a reasonable price range making it affordable to all.
Akshayakalpa
Akshayakalpa is the first organic milk brand in India founded in 2010. They sell organic milk and other milk products. The organization was rated as one of the top organic dairy in India, which provides 100% pure cow’s milk. They have a wide range of milk starting from A2 cow milk. Pasteurized cow milk, Lactose free milk and many more. They are available in bottles and packets.
Country Delight
Country Delight has the Natural sweetness of a Cow’s Milk. It has an abundance of Vitamin B, D B12, Calcium, Magnesium and Amino acids. It was brought directly from the farm and right at our doorstep without any hassle. They offer milk, milk powder, milk sweeteners and many more and are available in cans and packets.
Nandini Milk
Nandini Milk, sells products like cheese, milk, curs, and paneer run under the Karnataka Milk Federation. It is a federation of milk producers association working on cooperative principles. They are one of the most sold milk companies in Karnataka. They offer a wide range of buffalo milk, cow milk, low fat milk, skimmed milk and toned milk. The product is rich in calcium and nutrients.
World Milk Day is celebrated not only to understand milk as a staple, but also to understand how fortunate we are to get all such resources every day.