Indian Dairy Products Set to Make Waves in the Expanding Brazilian Market
Source: The DairyNews
In a promising development, India and Brazil are actively exploring the prospect of introducing Indian dairy products, including camel milk and unique cheeses, into the Brazilian market. This collaborative effort, spurred by the recent successful entry of Indian millet exports into Brazil, signifies a strategic initiative between the two nations.
The proposed partnership extends beyond trade discussions, encompassing plans to establish a Center of Excellence in Amreli, Gujarat. This center aims to elevate milk production standards and enhance herd quality, reflecting the mutual commitment of both governments.
Angelo de Queiroz Mauricio, the Brazilian agricultural attaché, shed light on the potential imports, stating, "There is a sector in Brazil that wishes to import camel milk, and we are exploring this trade from India to Brazil. Additionally, there is interest in importing other dairy products such as Casein and special cheeses, particularly yellow cheese."
Furthering the collaboration, discussions are underway to create sister cities in Uberaba, Brazil, and Amreli, Gujarat. This joint project aims to establish a Zebu Research Institute in both locations, focusing on advancing milk production and improving herd quality, particularly in the field of dairy cytogenetics.
Additional initiatives include the establishment of a research institute in India with Brazilian cooperation. The National Dairy Development Board (NDDB), the Indian Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying (DAHD), and the embassy will collaborate on this project, overseen by a dedicated committee.
While attempts to obtain official responses from relevant ministries and departments remain pending, the proposed collaboration aligns with the broader and robust relationship between India and Brazil. Both countries share a multifaceted connection on bilateral and plurilateral fronts, collaborating in various international forums.
Trade relations have witnessed steady growth, with a target to reach $50 billion by 2030, as indicated by commerce secretary Sunil Barthwal. Despite the positive momentum, recent data from the Brazilian embassy reveals a trade imbalance, with bilateral trade in major products, including agricultural goods, reaching $11.5 billion in 2023, down from $15.1 billion the previous year.
This dairy trade initiative emerges as a strategic move to rectify the trade imbalance and foster deeper bilateral cooperation. As both nations strive to strengthen their economic ties, the foray into the Brazilian market signifies a pivotal step in cultivating enduring partnerships in the dairy industry.
Angelo de Queiroz Mauricio, the Brazilian agricultural attaché, shed light on the potential imports, stating, "There is a sector in Brazil that wishes to import camel milk, and we are exploring this trade from India to Brazil. Additionally, there is interest in importing other dairy products such as Casein and special cheeses, particularly yellow cheese."
Furthering the collaboration, discussions are underway to create sister cities in Uberaba, Brazil, and Amreli, Gujarat. This joint project aims to establish a Zebu Research Institute in both locations, focusing on advancing milk production and improving herd quality, particularly in the field of dairy cytogenetics.
Additional initiatives include the establishment of a research institute in India with Brazilian cooperation. The National Dairy Development Board (NDDB), the Indian Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying (DAHD), and the embassy will collaborate on this project, overseen by a dedicated committee.
While attempts to obtain official responses from relevant ministries and departments remain pending, the proposed collaboration aligns with the broader and robust relationship between India and Brazil. Both countries share a multifaceted connection on bilateral and plurilateral fronts, collaborating in various international forums.
Trade relations have witnessed steady growth, with a target to reach $50 billion by 2030, as indicated by commerce secretary Sunil Barthwal. Despite the positive momentum, recent data from the Brazilian embassy reveals a trade imbalance, with bilateral trade in major products, including agricultural goods, reaching $11.5 billion in 2023, down from $15.1 billion the previous year.
This dairy trade initiative emerges as a strategic move to rectify the trade imbalance and foster deeper bilateral cooperation. As both nations strive to strengthen their economic ties, the foray into the Brazilian market signifies a pivotal step in cultivating enduring partnerships in the dairy industry.
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