India's Buffalo Meat Exports Hit Record $5.1 Billion, Supporting Dairy Sector
· India · Indian Express, Times of India, Economic Times
India's buffalo meat exports surged to a record $5.1 billion in 2025–2026 and are set to exceed $6 billion in the current fiscal year. This growth is driven by demand from Southeast and West Asia, Africa, and newer markets like Uzbekistan, Russia, and Georgia. The industry has improved its global standing by adhering to international hygiene standards and positioning Indian buffalo meat as a premium product rather than a low-cost alternative. The meat industry plays a crucial role in supporting India’s dairy sector by providing a market for unproductive buffaloes, allowing farmers to replace low-yielding animals with more efficient stock. India’s rising milk consumption, especially high-fat varieties, is further boosted by this complementary relationship between the meat and dairy sectors.
Why it matters
This growth benefits Indian farmers by creating an outlet for less productive buffaloes, thereby enhancing dairy production and milk availability. It also strengthens India’s dairy sector, which is crucial for meeting the nation's growing demand for high-fat milk.
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