Economy, Industry & Agriculture
The Hindu BusinessLine — Economy · 11 NovConsider the following statements regarding the structural dynamics of India's dairy sector:
Statements
- In India's dairy economy, farm-gate procurement prices for raw milk are influenced by input costs such as cattle feed and fodder availability, which in turn affect the prices farmers receive.
- Because liquid milk is a relatively homogenous commodity with thin margins, dairy companies that derive a larger share of revenue from liquid milk typically have less pricing flexibility compared to those focused on value-added products such as paneer, ghee, and butter.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?