National Dairy Development Board (NDDB)
Location and Overview
The National Dairy Development Board (NDDB) is headquartered in Anand, Gujarat, India. Established in 1965, NDDB is an autonomous institution dedicated to promoting, financing, and supporting producer-owned and controlled organizations within India's dairy sector. The board was created to replicate the successful 'Operation Flood' strategy, which transformed India into the world's largest milk producer.
Financial Indicators
While NDDB does not publicly disclose specific financial figures annually like private entities, its influence is evident in India's dairy GDP. The dairy industry contributes over 4% to the national GDP, valued at an estimated USD 120 billion as of 2023. NDDB plays a crucial role in providing infrastructure, technological enhancements, and fostering the cooperative movement that underpins this sector.
Significant Events
One of NDDB's landmark initiatives was 'Operation Flood,' started in 1970, which was instrumental in transforming India from a milk-deficient country to the leading milk producer globally. This initiative effectively connected rural milk producers with urban consumers through a national milk grid. More recently, NDDB has focused on sustainability by initiating steps to reduce the carbon footprint, improve resource efficiency, and support environmentally friendly practices across the dairy value chain.
Company Plans
Looking forward, NDDB aims to continue enhancing milk production sustainably, thereby improving the livelihoods of dairy farmers in India. Their strategic outlook involves promoting AI technology for better livestock quality, increasing feed and fodder production, and expanding cooperative societies. Moreover, NDDB is actively pursuing research and development to innovate dairy farming practices, improve dairy products, and expand value-added dairy operations. A noteworthy ongoing project is the expansion of cow dung biogas generation models across 250 district dairy cooperatives in India.
Representatives from NDDB also participated in a workshop to discuss AMR strategies, highlighting their commitment to addressing contemporary challenges in the dairy sector.
Modified: 2025/05/18