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Commercial Dairy Farming
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Commercial Dairy Farming
Dairy Scenario in India
Land Requirements
Milk production In India has considerably increased since For Shed & Utilities
independence and today our country stands at first position in Minimum
world in volume of milk production .The milk procurement, Farm Size
Requirement
processing and distribution operations have also expanded over 100 animals 1 acre
the years with the organized sector playing an effective role . 200 animals 2 acre
500 animals 3 acre
But as evident from sharp rises in milk prices in last few years, the
demand for milk has been increasing with faster rate, and the gap For green fodder: You need to arrange 1 acre of land per 5
between demand and supply is widening and therefore there is milch animals
an emphasis on increasing milk production by Govt through * These are the minimum requirements for commercial dairy
animal genetics and improving fodder availability. farming but may vary depending upon location, type of
animals and level of expansion to be achieved in the same
premises. Preferably it should be set up in a natural
Although there are a number of milk brands on national and environment within fertile agri cultural zone having good
regional levels supplying large volumes of good quality milk quality of water .
through a large distribution network, still we find a segment of
health conscious urban consumer who is not finding the
freshness and purity that he expects from milk and milk products. Electric and Water Requirements
His quality needs is remaining unsatisfied, we find many
Electricity Drinking
Washing &
consumers visiting some dairy farmers who are located at the city Farm Size
Water Cleaning Water
corners, traveling long distance and paying a premium price in
100 animals 20kVA 4000 lit 8000 lit
search of quality and freshness.
200 animals 30kVA 8000 lit 12000 lit
500 animals 50kVA 2000 lit 20000 lit
Opportunities ahead
Bio Gas Potential
The unsatisfied demands of the urban consumer can be met
Farm Size Bio Gas per day
through scientifically managed commercial dairy farms. It is
observed that local needs of consumers can be met through local 100 animals 30-40 cu m
supplies which reduce the time loss in procurement, processing 200 animals 60-80 cu m
and distribution of milk resulting in preserving the fresh quality by 500 animals 150-200 cu m
stopping the microbial spoilage immediately at the production
point. The logistics cost involved in procurement of raw milk and These are the minimum requirements for commercial dairy
distribution of finished product can also be kept under control in farming but may vary depending upon location, type of
animals and level of expansion to be achieved in the same
this way. premises.
Value addition
Commercial Dairy farm is a solution for ensuring good farm fresh An ROI more than 20% with automatic capital appreciation is
quality to the urban consumer .With the intervention of ensured with our Dairy Farm Management Support System.
technology and Dairy Farm Management Practices it is possible We set up up integrated dairy farms with 100, 200& 500 milch
animals supported with corresponding modular processing
to improve farm productivity and reducing cost of milk plants with capacities 1000lpd exp to 2000lpd, 2000lpd exp to
production, making this activity a profitable business venture. 5000lpd and 5000lpd exp to 10000lpd respectively that
process the milk at farm itself removing the time lag between
We ensure the hygienic milk production and good farm milk production and milk processing that conserves the fresh
productivity through Livestock production Management quality of milk.
Techniques on Feed & Fodder Management, Breeding
Management, Health Management, milk production
management, calf & Heifer management.
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Value Proposition
Our basic model offers milk reception, weighing, filtration,
Engagement Protocol
storage, pasteurization with heating and chilling systems,
cream separation, packing machine and cold storage with
What you get as valued customer from us
mini QC lab and other critical miscellaneous fixed assets. All - The first step on the project is to conduct a feasibility/viability study of the
our equipment are manufactured under our stringent quality project site on behalf of client, based on findings of the study we suggest a
assurance systems based on our robust designs at our suitable functional model for that site and draw a bankable DPR which is
captive and other vendor’s site all over the country. Most of the primary document required for project financing by banks. Thereafter
our vendor’s are of global repute and have over decades of we provide structured consultancy support We propose to provide
experience in serving the industry. We are amongst very few complete consultancy support in setting up functionally viable
dairy plant integrator in the world with a unique ISO 9001 commercial dairy through following the process as detailed earlier.
registration from training, designing, manufacturing,
supplying, installing and commissioning. We have an ever
We also offer client specific customized consultancy activities on clients
growing network of service provider and project coordinators
with long experience in the industry. request such as:
1.Upgradation of existing livestock
Homogenizers, butter and ghee making plant, bulk milk 2.Evaluation of existing farm to enhance productivity
coolers and DG set are offered as an optional items and are 3.Manpower planning and solution
excluded from standard offers. 4.Project financing
5.Sustainability of charitable Gaushalas etc.
The total cost of a commercial dairy farm may vary from Rs 150000.00 per
animal to Rs 300000.00 per animal depending upon multiple variables like
types of animals, level of automation and types of revenue generation
activities. This investment however is exclusive of land procurement cost.
The Process :- Activity Schedule for advisory as well as turnkey project integrator
1. Attending one day workshop on commercial dairy farming.
2. Assessment of site suitability for dairy farming.
3. Complete pre feasibility study of climate, water availability, soil, road connectivity, electric power & drainage: animal rearing pattern in the area,
fodder crop pattern, existing infrastructure for veterinary aid, market consumption & milk prices prevalent in the area & to draft a feasibility report.
4. To prepare a detailed project report for funding of the project from the bank.
5. To provide guidelines on the type of cattle / milch animals suitable for the area and to help in judging, selection sourcing of animals by providing
necessary training and support.
6. Designing of dairy shed and utilities under Indian conditions & to guide the client / contractor in creating the structure which aims at cost
reduction, maintaining farm hygiene, facilitate animal movement, reduction of labor cost.
7. Help the client in sourcing of equipment of milk handling, manure handling, feed & fodder handling.
8. Design feed and fodder management program for the dairy farm, developing a schedule of green fodder cultivation, processing and feeding
system. Guide the client in silage making, develop a feeding schedule for the farm, formulate economic ration that aims at balancing between
feeding cost reduction and fulfilling animal nutritional requirements, developing nutritional chart for different age group of animals.
9. Develop a breeding policy that aims at bringing herd improvement through tapping of genetic potential of high yielding animals. Exploring import
of semen of high pedigree progeny tested dulls of HF & Jersey for farm/sale to other farms. Designing methods that aim at bringing reproductive
efficiency and reducing infertility in animals.
10. Developing young stock rearing program that aims to get replacement stock in least possible time.
11. Developing a system for managing dry and pregnant animals to get maximum yield from them in subsequent lactation.
12. Develop a system of animal comfort to increase animal productivity.
13. Develop a system of animal health care and preventive health measures.
14. To conduct man power training program that aims at efficient dairy farm management.
15. To develop a waste management system such as Bio Gas generation, compost making &vermin-composting.
16. To develop a system of clean and hygienic milk production.
17. To develop farm quality assurance standards.
18. To develop milk marketing plans.
19. Networking & liasioning with government & financial institutions for funding, insurance & subsidy wherever applicable
20. Conducting productivity audit and suggest remedial measurers for improvement.
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