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OMFED Hikes Milk Prices by Rs 4/Litre, Cites Rising Input Costs

The Odisha State Cooperative Milk Producers' Federation (OMFED) has increased milk prices by Rs 4 per litre across all variants, effective Sunday. The hike is attributed to rising processing and transportation costs, with toned milk now priced at Rs 54 and premium milk at Rs 58 per litre. State Minister Gokulananda Mallik stated the revision was necessary after a long period without a price adjustment, despite rising input costs. To support farmers, OMFED has also raised procurement prices for cow and buffalo milk by Rs 1 and Rs 1.60 per litre, respectively.

Key Points: OMFED Milk Price Hike: Rs 4 More Per Litre

  • Milk prices hiked by Rs 4 per litre across all variants
  • Toned milk now Rs 54, premium milk Rs 58 per litre
  • OMFED cites rising processing and transportation costs
  • Procurement price for cow milk increased by Rs 1 per litre
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OMFED hikes milk prices by Rs 4 per litre, cites rising costs

OMFED raises milk prices by Rs 4 per litre across variants due to rising processing and transportation costs. Toned milk now Rs 54, premium Rs 58 per litre.

"The hike was necessary as milk prices had not been revised for a long time, even as input costs continued to rise. - Gokulananda Mallik"

New Delhi, May 3

The Odisha State Cooperative Milk Producers' Federation has announced a hike in milk prices across variants, citing rising processing and transportation costs.

The revised rates came into effect on Sunday, according to state officials.

State Fisheries and Animal Resources Development Minister Gokulananda Mallik said the price of toned milk has been increased from Rs 50 to Rs 54 per litre, while premium milk will now cost Rs 58 per litre, up from Rs 54.

The price of gold premium milk has been revised to Rs 60 per litre from Rs 56, and the gold premium plus variant will now retail at Rs 64 per litre, compared to the earlier Rs 60.

The price revision also reflects in smaller packaging, with 500 ml pouches of toned milk and premium milk now priced at Rs 27 and Rs 29, respectively.

Mallik noted that the hike was necessary as milk prices had not been revised for a long time, even as input costs continued to rise. He added that the decision would enable higher procurement prices for farmers, ensuring better returns for milk producers.

Despite the increase, he maintained that OMFED's prices remain competitive compared to other brands in the market and assured consumers that quality standards would not be compromised.

In a move aimed at supporting farmers, OMFED has also raised the procurement price of cow milk by Rs 1 per litre, taking it to Rs 39.05. Similarly, buffalo milk suppliers will receive an additional Rs 1.60 per litre.

The Odisha State Cooperative Milk Producers' Federation (OMFED), set up in 1980 and headquartered in Bhubaneswar, is the apex dairy cooperative of the state.

It oversees milk procurement, processing, and marketing with a focus on strengthening rural livelihoods and supplying quality dairy products.

OMFED currently handles over 6 lakh litres of milk daily, against an installed capacity of around 9.7 lakh litres, and produces a wide range of items including milk, curd, ghee, and sweets.

- IANS

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Priya S
Typical middle-class dilemma - milk prices going up every few months but salary stays same. Earlier we used to buy 2 litres, now thinking of cutting to 1.5 litres. Hope OMFED at least maintains quality as promised. 🥛
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Vikram M
I understand costs rise, but this is the third hike in two years. For a family that consumes 6-7 litres daily for tea, coffee, and cooking, it adds up to ₹800-900 extra per month. Some relief on ghee prices would have been nice!
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Rohit L
Finally OMFED is doing something for farmers! My uncle is a small dairy farmer in Cuttack and he says private dairies offer even less. Rs 39.05 per litre for cow milk is still low though, considering the hard work involved. 🐄
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Kavya N
I switched to OMFED's toned milk last year after private brands kept adulterating. Yes, price is going up but I trust their quality control more than others. At least the minister is transparent about the reasons. Still hurts the budget though. 😕

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