Amul Increases Milk Prices by ₹2 per Litre Nationwide Effective May 14
Amul hikes milk prices by ₹2 per litre across country from May 14
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The Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation (GCMMF), which operates under the Amul brand, has announced a ₹2 per litre increase in milk prices across India starting May 14. This decision is attributed to rising input costs, including cattle feed and fuel, despite the hike being lower than the average food inflation rate.
- 01Amul's milk prices will rise by ₹2 per litre starting May 14.
- 02The increase is due to rising operational costs, including cattle feed and fuel.
- 03This hike represents a 2.5-3.5% increase per litre.
- 04Farmers' procurement prices have also increased by ₹30 per kg of fat.
- 05The last price increase occurred on May 1, 2025.
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The Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation (GCMMF), known for its Amul brand, has announced a ₹2 per litre increase in milk prices across India, effective from May 14. This adjustment, which translates to a 2.5-3.5% increase per litre, is attributed to rising operational costs, including significant hikes in cattle feed, milk packaging, and fuel prices. The cooperative emphasized that this price hike is necessary to maintain operational viability amidst increasing input costs. Additionally, GCMMF has raised the farmers' procurement price by ₹30 per kg of fat, marking a 3.7% increase compared to May 2025. This move underscores the ongoing challenges faced by dairy producers in India as they navigate fluctuating costs.
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The price hike will likely lead to increased costs for consumers purchasing milk, impacting household budgets. It may also affect the prices of dairy products in the market.
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