Indian Dairying : Challenges And Opportunities

India's cattle and buffalo population is essential for rural households' socioeconomic status and the country's economy, with the dairy industry growing significantly. However, challenges such as low productivity, breed improvement, feed and fodder shortages, emerging diseases, and limited technology adoption must be addressed to meet domestic demand and generate exportable surplus. This book will be useful for students, dairy farmers, entrepreneurs, industry personnel, academics, researchers, and stakeholders in the Indian dairy sector.

Format: Hardback
Length: 170 pages
Publication date: 08 February 2023
Publisher: New India Publishing Agency

India's vast cattle and buffalo population holds immense significance for the socioeconomic advancement of millions of rural households and the country's economy. The dairy industry in India has experienced remarkable growth, positively impacting the lives of those involved. With a rapidly expanding population, urbanization, and rising purchasing power, the demand for milk and dairy products is projected to increase significantly. To meet domestic demand and generate exportable surplus, it is essential to accelerate the growth rate in milk production. However, several challenges must be addressed promptly, including low productivity, breed improvement, feed and fodder shortages, emerging diseases, and limited technology adoption by farmers. This book will be of immense value and assistance to students, dairy farmers and entrepreneurs, dairy industry personnel, academicians, researchers, and stakeholders in the Indian dairy sector.

Weight: 390g
Dimension: 152 x 15 x 229 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9788119002467