Amul Announces Milk Price Hike Effective November 12
Amul will raise milk prices by 4-5% starting November 12, citing increased production costs and support for dairy farmers.
New Delhi, November 11 (Daily Kiran) : Amul, India’s leading dairy brand, has announced an increase in milk prices, effective November 12, 2026. The Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation (GCMMF) revealed that the prices of its primary milk products will rise by approximately 4 to 5 percent across the country.
The most popular product, Amul Fresh Toned Milk (3% fat), will see a price increase of ₹2 per liter, translating to a rise of about 3.3 percent. Meanwhile, Amul Gold Milk (6% fat) will increase by ₹4 per liter, reflecting a hike of approximately 5.5 percent.
The decision to raise prices comes in response to the continuous rise in production and processing costs. Over the past year, there has been a significant increase in the prices of green and dry fodder, oil cake used in animal feed, corn, molasses, milk packaging films, and fuel.
Amul noted that dairy farmers are facing challenging conditions due to inadequate and uneven rainfall in several regions, including Gujarat. To support these producers and ensure they receive better compensation, a revision of consumer milk prices has become essential.
According to the federation, member dairy unions associated with Amul have increased the milk purchase price for farmers by 4 to 5 percent over the past year. This latest price adjustment will enhance payments to farmers, encouraging them to increase milk production.
Amul emphasized that approximately 80 percent of the total revenue generated from consumers is returned to its 3.6 million dairy farmers under the cooperative framework. The company clarified that a significant portion of the price increase will directly benefit farmers, providing them with incentives for greater milk production.
