Farmers urge policy support, infrastructure upgrades, and sector modernization.
Delegations representing milk cooperatives and dairy farmers in Jammu & Kashmir have engaged with government officials to raise key concerns affecting the sector’s growth and sustainability. The discussions focused on improving institutional support, strengthening cooperative structures, and addressing operational bottlenecks across the dairy value chain.
Farmers highlighted the need for enhanced infrastructure, including better milk collection systems, cold chain logistics, and processing capacity. These gaps, they argued, continue to limit efficiency and reduce the competitiveness of locally produced milk in both regional and national markets.
Another major concern raised during the meeting was the need for stronger policy backing to support dairy producers. Stakeholders emphasized access to financial assistance, subsidies, and training programs to help modernize farm operations and improve productivity across smallholder systems.
Government representatives acknowledged the challenges and indicated a willingness to review the issues presented by the delegations. The dialogue reflects ongoing efforts to align public policy with the evolving needs of the dairy sector, particularly in regions where agriculture remains a key economic driver.
The meeting underscores the growing role of cooperatives in advocating for structural reforms in emerging dairy markets. For the broader global dairy industry, it highlights the importance of investment in infrastructure, policy frameworks, and farmer support systems to unlock production potential and ensure long-term sector resilience.
Source: Daily Excelsior – https://www.dailyexcelsior.com/delegations-of-milk-cooperatives-farmers-call-on-javid-dar/
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