World Milk Day is being celebrated today to highlight the importance of milk as a global food and a key source of livelihood for millions. Globally, milk production is growing steadily at a rate of 2% per year, but India stands out with a remarkable annual growth rate of 5.7%, proudly holding the title of the world’s largest milk producer.
With an impressive 239 million tonnes of milk annually, India now contributes a quarter of global milk production. Among India’s leading states in milk production, Gujarat stands tall. Contributing 7.5% to the nation’s total output, Gujarat today produces over 18 million tonnes of milk annually.
Akashvani’s Correspondent reports that over the last two decades, Gujarat has witnessed a phenomenal increase of 11.8 million tonnes in milk production, securing the fourth position in the country.
While the national milk production has grown by 5.7% annually, Gujarat has outpaced this with a 9.26% annual growth rate, thanks to consistent efforts and policy support. Advanced breeding technologies like sexed semen dosing and IVF subsidies are also empowering farmers to improve cattle breeds and enhance milk yields.
With the support of cooperative giants like Amul and the commitment of livestock farmers, Gujarat’s dairy sector has become a powerful engine for rural development and economic growth. The per capita milk availability in the state has jumped by 38% in the last decade, now reaching 700 grams per day-far above the national average.
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