Role of Dairy Farming to Double the Farmer’s Income by 2025

Livestock is an integral part of India's agricultural economy and plays a multifaceted role in providing livelihood support to the rural population. High genetic resources in India provide great opportunities of employment and income. Small dairy farmers are the backbone of India's milk production and play important role in positioned highest milk production. Dairy farming in India is an important way for farmers to increase their earnings and access to more nutritious food for their families. Organic dairy farming and integrated farming system supplement all other interventions in enhancing the returns to farmers.