The Karnataka Milk Federation (KMF) has raised the price of Nandini butter by nearly 10% and ghee by 2.14% per litre. This is the second price revision within eight months, adding pressure on households that rely on the brand.

Key Takeaways

  • Nandini butter now costs ₹660/kg, up from ₹600/kg
  • Nandini ghee now costs ₹715/litre, up from ₹700/litre
  • This is the second price revision in eight months

New Pricing Structure

Karnataka Milk Federation (KMF) officially announced a price increase for its flagship dairy products. Butter will now sell at ₹660 per kilogram, while ghee will be priced at ₹715 per litre.

Ghee packaging also sees tiered adjustments: a 500 ml pouch now costs ₹358, 1 litre PET jar ₹735, and 5 litre jar ₹3,575. Butter’s 100 g salted pack is ₹70 and the 500 g pack ₹310.

Historical Background

In November 2025, KMF raised ghee prices by 10% and butter by 4.78%, marking the first revision. The latest increase brings the cumulative rise to over 10% for butter and 2% for ghee within a short span.

Why This Matters

BozokMedia analysis shows that these higher costs could amplify inflationary pressures on middle‑income families, as Nandini products remain a staple in many Indian households.

"Such price hikes may shift consumer loyalty toward lower‑priced alternatives, reshaping the dairy market dynamics," said an economist.
Did You Know?: Nandini has been the most trusted dairy brand in Karnataka since its launch in 1975.

Frequently Asked Questions

Question 1: Will the price hike affect overall sales of Nandini products?
Answer: Early indicators suggest a possible shift to smaller pack sizes, but total demand is expected to stay relatively stable.

Question 2: What reason did KMF give for the increase?
Answer: The federation cited rising production costs and higher raw‑material prices as the primary drivers.