High whey prices lift demand for everyday protein foods, spurring brand expansion
As whey protein prices rise above ₹3,200 per kg, consumers are shifting to protein-fortified everyday foods. Akshayakalpa says monthly revenue from high-protein milk has climbed to about ₹10 crore and is expanding capacity in Jadcherla; Epigamia, iD Fresh Food and Sid’s Farm are also widening protein-led offerings.
Rising whey prices are shifting Indian consumers to protein-rich everyday foods. Akshayakalpa is adding Jadcherla capacity after high-protein milk revenue nearly doubled, while Epigamia, iD Fresh and Sid's Farm expand protein-focused dairy and meal products.
Why this matters
Akshayakalpa's high-protein milk expansion follows its scale-up to Rs 700 Cr through a 2,800-farmer organic dairy network, extending growth from network scale to protein-led capacity.
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