Thousands of litres of milk were discarded in Umerkote after farmers accused OMFED of refusing to purchase their daily production.
Dairy farmers in Odisha’s Umerkote region staged a dramatic protest by pouring thousands of litres of milk onto roads after alleging that the Odisha State Cooperative Milk Producers’ Federation (OMFED) stopped procuring milk from local producers. The action highlighted growing tensions between farmers and the state’s dairy procurement system.
According to farmers, milk collection was abruptly halted, leaving producers with no immediate market for their highly perishable product. With limited storage capacity and no alternative buyers available, many were forced to dispose of large volumes of milk, resulting in significant financial losses.
The affected producers argued that dairy farming is a key source of income for rural households in the area and warned that continued procurement disruptions could threaten livelihoods. Farmers called on authorities to restore regular milk collection services and provide clarity regarding future procurement arrangements.
The protest underscored broader concerns about dairy supply chain management, cooperative operations and market access for smallholder milk producers. Stakeholders noted that reliable procurement systems are essential to maintaining farmer confidence and ensuring the sustainability of local milk production.
Officials and farmer representatives are expected to engage in discussions to address the issue and prevent further disruptions. The incident serves as a reminder of the critical role that procurement networks play in supporting dairy farmers and maintaining stability across the milk value chain.
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