India's dairy sector expansion has led to a slight increase in herd numbers, reaching 307.5 million this year. This growth is expected to boost buffalo and beef production by 2% to 4.4 million metric tons, surpassing last year's forecasts. The consumption of buffalo in India is projected to rise slightly to 2.96 million metric tons in 2023, and buffalo exports are anticipated to rise to 1.48 million metric tons, driven by demand from Malaysia and Middle Eastern markets.