The dairy sector in Dhamtari, Chhattisgarh is writing the story of a new white revolution. Milk production is increasing with the support of women leadership, cooperatives and NDDB. Big steps have been taken towards 20 thousand liter collection, modern processing unit and increasing the income of farmers.
Dhamtari district of Chhattisgarh is no longer just a 'rice bowl' but is emerging as a new center of white revolution. Milk business, once done on a small scale, has now taken the form of an organized dairy movement. Due to the joint efforts of the district administration, National Dairy Development Board (NDDB) and local cattle farmers, a big change is being seen in the dairy sector. The special thing is that the strongest link of this change has emerged as women, who are now making their mark not only as cattle rearers but also as successful dairy entrepreneurs.
Target of collecting 20 thousand liters of milk, emphasis on increasing the income of farmers
At present 10 to 15 thousand liters of milk is being collected daily in Dhamtari. Now the target has been set to increase it to 20 thousand liters per day. This initiative is expected to directly benefit 5 to 6 thousand farmer families of the district.
Efforts have also been intensified to provide better prices to milk producers. Work is being done to increase the price of milk from Rs 35-40 per liter to Rs 50 per liter. Digital payments and sending funds directly to bank accounts through cooperative societies have increased transparency and strengthened the confidence of farmers.
Women leadership and cooperation changed the picture
Cooperative model and women leadership have emerged as the biggest strength of dairy development in Dhamtari. The dormant milk producer societies of the district were reactivated, after which now more than 68 cooperative societies are working regularly.
Women self-help groups and women milk committees have given a new direction to this campaign. With the help of NDDB, 43 women milk producers were trained on the successful dairy model of Jharkhand. 19 farmers and committee representatives were sent to Mehsana, Gujarat, where they studied modern dairy management, breed improvement and processing techniques. These farmers and women who returned after training are now giving information about new technologies to other villagers also.
New expansion will be provided by processing unit and modern facilities.
Along with increasing milk production, now emphasis is also being laid on value addition in the district. Chilling plants are already operational at Semra-B, Bhathagaon and Muzgahan, while a new plant is being set up in Kurud area. Apart from this, modern milk processing units are being developed in the breast area.
After the commencement of this unit, products like curd, cheese, butter and packaged milk can be produced locally. This will reduce transportation costs, promote local dairy brands and also create new employment opportunities for the youth. Besides, preparations are also being made to extend the benefits of this white revolution to remote villages through schemes like artificial insemination, vaccination, balanced animal feed and Kisan Credit Card.
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