CLFMA

Monthly Round Up June, 2026

Dear CLFMA Members and Industry Colleagues,

June 2026 witnessed a series of significant engagements for CLFMA OF INDIA, reflecting the Association's continued commitment to policy advocacy, industry collaboration, and sustainable development across the livestock, poultry, aquaculture, and feed sectors. Through active participation in national and international forums, CLFMA strengthened its role as a trusted voice of the industry. From sustainability and feed security to international knowledge exchange and disease preparedness, CLFMA continued to work closely with government agencies, industry leaders, and global partners to support the growth, resilience, and competitiveness of India's animal agriculture sector.

As we approach the prestigious 67th National Symposium 2026, we invite you to partner with us as a sponsor and showcase your brand on India's premier livestock and feed industry platform.

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Key Highlights – June 2026:

CLFMA OF INDIA Participates in the Global Roundtable on Indian Marine Ingredients at Blue India 2026:

CLFMA OF INDIA actively participated in the Global Roundtable on Indian Marine Ingredients, organized as part of Blue India 2026 from 4th to 6th June 2026 at the Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies (KUFOS), Kochi, India. Aligned with the Hon’ble Prime Minister’s Vision 2030 for a Thriving Blue Economy under the theme “Blue Economy – Concept to Deployment,” the event focused on the sustainable utilization of marine resources to support economic growth and environmental stewardship. The Roundtable brought together eminent experts and industry leaders from India and abroad, including Dr. Mohamed Dawood Sait, President, Indian Marine Ingredients Association (IMIA); Dr. Vincenzo Zonno, University of Salento, Italy; Dr. Dung Le Viet, Vietnam National University of Agriculture (VNUA), Vietnam; Prof. (Dr.) A. Biju Kumar, Vice Chancellor, KUFOS; and Prof. (Dr.) Dinesh Kaippilly, KUFOS. Mr. Nissar F. Mohammed, Hon. Secretary, CLFMA OF INDIA, participated as a distinguished panelist and shared valuable insights on the sustainable utilization of fisheries by-products and marine waste management.

During the panel discussion, CLFMA Hon. Secretary Mr. Nissar F. Mohammed highlighted the immense potential of converting fisheries waste into valuable resources, emphasizing its use in producing fish soluble paste and other value-added products that reduce environmental impact while improving resource efficiency. He also noted that fish processing by-products are widely utilized in the manufacture of pelagic fish products, supporting sustainable pelagic fisheries and responsible fishing practices. CLFMA OF INDIA’s participation in the Roundtable reaffirmed its commitment to promoting sustainable marine ingredient production, advancing circular economy principles, and fostering innovative solutions that support the continued growth of India’s livestock, aquaculture, and fisheries sectors.

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CLFMA OF INDIA Participated in the National Seafood Workshop held at Visakhapatnam on 5^th-6^th June, 2026:

CLFMA OF INDIA actively participated in the National Seafood Workshop held at Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, on 5^th and 6^th June 2026, which brought together policymakers, industry leaders, exporters, aquaculture experts, and other stakeholders to deliberate on strategies for achieving India's Vision 2047 Blue Economy goals. Representing CLFMA OF INDIA, Mr. Nissar F. Mohammed, Hon. Secretary, along with other CLFMA members, participated in the discussions and shared valuable industry perspectives on the future of India's seafood and aquaculture sector. During the event, Mr. Nissar F. Mohammed requested Shri Piyush Goyal, Hon'ble Minister of Commerce & Industry, Government of India, to extend Government support for the disposal and management of fisheries waste. In response, Shri Piyush Goyal assured that the matter would be taken up and that a meeting would be convened to discuss and determine an appropriate course of action.

The workshop served as an important platform for discussions on sustainable aquaculture development, export competitiveness, infrastructure enhancement, technological adoption, and policy reforms essential for realizing the aspirations of the Blue Economy. CLFMA OF INDIA expresses its sincere gratitude to Shri N. Chandrababu Naidu, Hon'ble Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh; Shri Piyush Goyal, Hon'ble Minister of Commerce & Industry, Government of India; and Shri Rajiv Ranjan Singh alias Lalan Singh, Hon’ble Minister of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying and Minister of Panchayati Raj, Government of India, for their leadership, encouragement, and thoughtful consideration of industry recommendations. CLFMA OF INDIA remains committed to working closely with government agencies, industry stakeholders, and policymakers to support the sustainable growth of India's aquaculture and seafood sectors and contribute meaningfully to the nation's Vision 2047 objectives.

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CLFMA OF INDIA Actively Participated in VIP’s 3rd National Symposium 2026 on “Future-Ready Poultry: Managing Risks, Maximizing Resilience”:

CLFMA OF INDIA actively participated in the 3rd National Symposium organized by the Vets in Poultry (VIP) on 11th June 2026 in Bengaluru. The symposium, themed around building a resilient and future-ready poultry industry, brought together industry leaders, policymakers, researchers, veterinarians, nutritionists, and stakeholders from across the poultry value chain. The event served as an important platform for discussing emerging challenges, technological advancements, sustainability initiatives, animal health, feed security, and strategies for strengthening the competitiveness of the Indian poultry sector.

CLFMA OF INDIA’s Chairman, Mr. Divya Kumar Gulati, represented the Association at the symposium, reaffirming its commitment to supporting initiatives that promote sustainable development, knowledge sharing, and industry-wide collaboration. The insightful deliberations and expert presentations underscored the importance of innovation, collaboration, and proactive policy support to ensure the long-term growth and resilience of the Indian poultry sector. CLFMA OF INDIA also appreciates the efforts of the organizers in bringing together key stakeholders to chart a roadmap for a stronger, more sustainable, and future-ready poultry industry in India.

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Meeting with Department of Commerce Regarding Soybean Meal Crisis on 16^th June, 2026:

Following the representations submitted by CLFMA OF INDIA and various poultry associations to Shri Piyush Goyal Ji, Hon’ble Union Minister of Commerce & Industry, Government of India, regarding the ongoing soybean meal supply and price crisis, a meeting was held on 16th June 2026 at Vanijya Bhawan, New Delhi, with senior officials of the Department of Commerce. Representatives from CLFMA OF INDIA, the Poultry Federation of India (PFI), and the Poultry Farmers and Breeders Association (PF&BA), Maharashtra, met Mrs. Priya P. Nair, Economic Adviser (Joint Secretary Level), Department of Commerce, Ministry of Commerce & Industry, to discuss the serious implications of escalating soybean meal prices on the poultry and livestock sectors. The delegation highlighted that soybean meal is a critical protein source for poultry, dairy, aquaculture, shrimp, and other livestock feed, and emphasized that while the estimated national requirement for FY 2026–27 is 10.62 million metric tonnes (MMT), domestic availability is expected to be only 8.32 MMT, resulting in a projected deficit of approximately 1.74 MMT and significant increases in feed production costs.

To address the widening supply gap, the delegation requested the Department of Commerce to consider a time-bound import relief measure permitting the import of 1.5 MMT of soybean meal to bridge the immediate deficit, stabilize domestic prices, reduce feed costs, and support the sustainability and competitiveness of the poultry, dairy, aquaculture, and livestock sectors while protecting farmers, producers, and consumers from rising feed cost inflation. Mrs. Priya P. Nair patiently heard the concerns presented by the delegation, provided valuable guidance on the matter, and assured that the issues would receive due consideration. The delegation appreciated the constructive discussion and the positive engagement extended by the Department of Commerce.

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CLFMA OBs Visit USA 18^th to 29^th June, 2026:

CLFMA OF INDIA strengthened its global outreach through interactions with the Australian High Commission, Canadian High Commission, and other international organizations, and CLFMA OF INDIA’s Office Bearers successfully concluded its U.S. learning tour from 18th to 29th June, 2026, during which a delegation led by Chairman Mr. Divya Kumar Gulati, along with Dy. Chairmen Mr. Sumit Surekha, Mr.Naveen Pasuparthy and Mr. Abhay Shah, Immediate Past Chairman Mr. Suresh Deora, Hon. Secretary Mr. Nissar F. Mohammed, Treasurer Mr. R. Ramkutty, and East Zone President Mr. Sameer Chotai, gained valuable insights into global best practices across the animal agriculture and feed value chain. The programme commenced in New Orleans with visits to the Cargill Reserve Export Terminal, a Mississippi River logistics tour, and interactions with Russell Marine Group and Eurofins, providing exposure to global agri supply chains, grain movement, trade, logistics, inspection and quality assurance. In Iowa, the delegation interacted with the Secretary of Agriculture, Iowa, visited the Iowa Soybean Association, Mid-Co Commodities, and the Iowa State University Feed Mill and Grain Science Complex, where they explored modern feed manufacturing, grain handling systems, research-driven innovations, and participated in expert technical sessions on animal nutrition and feed technology. The learning tour concluded with visits to Insta-Pro International, the Cargill Crush Plant, and a commercial farm, offering first-hand understanding of advanced soy processing, oilseed processing, value-added protein solutions, and sustainable farming practices. Commenting on the visit, Mr.Divya Kumar Gulati, CLFMA Chairman said, “The U.S. learning tour provided valuable exposure to different aspects of the animal agriculture value chain. The interactions and site visits offered important insights into trade, logistics, grain movement, quality assurance, soy processing, oilseed processing and farming practices, while creating opportunities for knowledge sharing and industry engagement.” Overall, the programme strengthened industry knowledge, encouraged international collaboration, and reinforced CLFMA of India’s commitment to adopting global best practices for the continued growth and sustainability of India’s animal agriculture and feed sector. CLFMA’s delegations USA Learning Tour provided valuable exposure to global best practices in animal agriculture.

The Department of Animal Husbandry & Dairying (DAHD), Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying, Government of India, convened a virtual meeting on 22 June 2026 under the chairmanship of the Animal Husbandry Commissioner to deliberate on the introduction of vaccination against Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) in India.

The meeting brought together key stakeholders from the poultry sector, including representatives from the Poultry Federation of India (PFI), CLFMA OF INDIA, the Indian Federation of Animal Health Companies (INFAH), and other industry leaders. During the discussion, the Animal Husbandry Commissioner, Dr. Naveen B. Maheswarappa, informed participants that vaccine manufacturers interested in importing HPAI vaccines may submit applications to the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) for review, following which the Empowered Committee on Animal Health (ECAH) would examine the proposals and guide the next steps in the approval process.

Industry representatives welcomed the initiative as a significant step towards strengthening disease control and safeguarding poultry production, noting that several neighbouring and South Asian countries have already adopted HPAI vaccination strategies. Representatives from INFAH emphasized the need for formal communication and advisory guidelines to facilitate industry preparedness, while PFI highlighted that access to imported HPAI vaccines would provide much-needed relief to the poultry sector and could pave the way for future domestic manufacturing, similar to India's existing production of Low Pathogenic Avian Influenza (LPAI) vaccines. Overall, the meeting was viewed as a positive step towards enhancing India's preparedness and response framework for avian influenza control. Mr. Ranpal Dhanda, President, PFI; Mr. Sanjeev Gupta; Dr. Vijay Makhija, Chairman, Biological and Biosecurity Sub-committee of INFAH; Dr. Deepak Kumar; Dr. Shirish Nigam; Dr. D.K. Dey; Col. Vinay Kumar, Executive Director, CLFMA OF INDIA; and Mr. Ricky Thaper actively participated in the meeting.

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CLFMA OF INDIA Participation in Maize Survey Project Data Rollout Planning Meeting dated 29^th June, 2026:

Col. Vinay Kumar, Executive Director, represented CLFMA OF INDIA at the Maize Survey Project Data Rollout Planning Meeting held on 29th June 2026 at the India Habitat Centre, Lodhi Road, New Delhi. The meeting featured a presentation by Satsure, led by Ms. Kavita Pandey, on the sample report rollout, survey methodology, technologies and tools used for data collection, key deliverables, and an interactive discussion with participating industry associations. Representatives from the Poultry Federation of India (PFI), Kerala Poultry Farmers and Breeders Association (KPFBA), and CLFMA OF INDIA participated in the deliberations to review the project and its implementation.

The discussions highlighted the robust data collection methodology and the use of advanced technologies for maize acreage estimation and crop assessment. It was noted that the survey findings closely aligned with Government estimates, demonstrating a high level of accuracy and reliability. Participating associations recommended regular updates to the project dashboard and the circulation of concise one-page reports every ten days. It was also agreed that a virtual review meeting would be held within a week to discuss further improvements, while Satsure would conduct a roadshow and awareness campaign to familiarize stakeholders with the project and encourage wider adoption of the dashboard and survey outputs.

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Looking Ahead – CLFMA's 67^th National Symposium 2026:

CLFMA OF INDIA is gearing up for its flagship event, the 67th National Symposium 2026, scheduled for 11th & 12th September 2026 at The Leela Mumbai. The Symposium will bring together policymakers, government officials, global experts, industry leaders, researchers, feed manufacturers, livestock producers, and allied stakeholders to deliberate on the future of India’s livestock sector. We warmly invite organizations, industry partners, and stakeholders to support this landmark event through sponsorship. Sponsoring the Symposium offers a unique opportunity for enhanced brand visibility and engagement with key decision-makers across the feed, poultry, dairy, aqua, and livestock industries. We look forward to your valuable support in making the 67th National Symposium 2026 a grand success.

Stay connected with CLFMA OF INDIA for the latest updates on policy initiatives, industry developments, events, and knowledge-sharing activities.

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CLFMA In News during June, 2026:

Sr No	Publication	Date	Headline	Edition
Industry Story
1	Economic Times	9th June	Iran war: Fuel price surge squeezes dairy, poultry value chains	Online
2	NDTV	10th June	EU To Import Aquaculture Products, Eggs, Honey From India: Expert View By Divya Kumar Gulati	Online
3	MSN	10th June	Iran war: Fuel price surge squeezes dairy, poultry value chains	Online
4	The Hindu Business Line	4th June	Poultry industry to cut production by 25% with immediate effect to offset input cost rise	Print + Online
5	Moneycontrol	4th June	Higher feed costs force poultry producers to scale back output	Online
6	Business Standard	4th June	Poultry output to fall 25% as rising soybean meal prices squeeze margins	Online
7	Metro Vaartha	4th June	Hit by higher feed cost & demand drop, poultry industry to cut production by 25 pc	Online
8	The Hindu Business Line	4th June	FTA with Oman to give a boost to livestock product exports	Print + Online
9	NDTV	3rd June	India-Oman Trade: Expert View By Divya Kumar Gulati	Online
10	NDTV	19th June	Monsoon Deficit: Expert View By Divya Kumar Gulati	Online
11	Moneycontrol	18th June	Govt draws up contingency plan for low-rainfall districts to shield kharif season from El Nino, weak monsoon	Online
12	Express Nutra	April - May	Nutraceuticals taking centre stage in animal health	Print
13	Livemint	23rd June	Dear Dairy, what's really in your milk?	Print
Interview / Exclusive Stories
14	Zee Business	3rd June	Why Is SOPA Opposing Soyameal Imports? Full Story Explained	TV
15	Kisan Tak	15th June	Soybean Import - What's the conflict with Indian farmers?	Online
Press Release
16	Agrospectrum	11th June	To achieve $ 30 Bn seafood export goal, India must prioritise feed security: CLFMA	Online
17	Hindu Businessline	12th June	Feed makers worried over rise in soymeal prices	Online
18	Gaon Junction	12th June	सोयाबीन खली संकट से बढ़ी किसानों की चिंता : पशु आहार महंगा होने से पोल्ट्री, डेयरी और मत्स्य पालन पर असर	Online
19	PTI	12th June	Soybean meal supply crunch puts pressure on livestock, poultry sectors: CLFMA	Online
20	Moneycontrol	12th June	Soybean meal supply crunch puts pressure on livestock, poultry sectors: CLFMA	Online
21	The Print Hindi	12th June	Soybean meal supply crunch puts pressure on livestock, poultry sectors: CLFMA	Online
22	The Rediff	12th June	Soybean meal supply crunch puts pressure on livestock, poultry sectors: CLFMA	Online
23	FnB News	13th June	Soybean meal supply crunch puts pressure on livestock, poultry sectors: CLFMA	Online
24	Avi News	13th June	Soybean meal supply crunch puts pressure on Indian poultry and livestock sectors	Online
25	Nutri News	13th June	Soybean meal supply crunch puts pressure on Indian poultry, livestock sectors	Online
26	Global Agriculture	13th June	Soybean Meal Shortage Threatens India’s USD 30 Billion Seafood Export Ambition	Online
27	Krishi Jagat	13th June	सोयाबीन मील की कमी भारत के 30 अरब डॉलर के समुद्री खाद्य निर्यात लक्ष्य के लिए चुनौती	Online
28	The Hitavada	13th June	Soybean meal supply crunch puts pressure on livestock, poultry sectors, says CLFMA	Online
29	News 18	12th June	Soybean meal supply crunch puts pressure on livestock, poultry sectors: CLFMA	Online
30	Business Aajkal	12th June	Soybean meal supply crunch puts pressure on livestock, poultry sectors: CLFMA	Online
31	Hindu Businessline	12th June	Feed makers worried over rise in soyameal prices	(Print & Online)
32	ET Retail	15th June	Soybean meal supply crunch puts pressure on livestock, poultry sectors: CLFMA	Online
33	Economic Times	15th June	Soybean meal supply crunch puts pressure on livestock, poultry sectors: CLFMA	Online
34	Agrospectum	15th June	Soybean meal scarcity threatens margins across India’s animal protein value chain	Online
35	I Grain India	15th June	Feed Manufacturers concerenced over rising soymeal prices	Online
36	BW Retail	15th June	Soybean Meal Shortage Putting Pressure On Poultry, Aquaculture Sectors: CLFMA	Online
37	Hindu Businessline	15th June	India’s soyabean imports may touch a record 9 lakh tonnes for oil year 2025-26	Online
38	Food Processing Bazaar	16th June	Soybean meal supply crunch puts pressure on livestock, poultry sectors: CLFMA	Online
39	Gauravshalibharat	16th June	30 अरब अमेरिकी डॉलर के समुद्री खाद्य निर्यात लक्ष्य को हासिल करने के लिए भारत को फ़ीड सुरक्षा को प्राथमिकता देनी होगी: सीएलएफएमए (CLFMA)	Online