Takayuki Hagiwara: Advocate for Dairy Advancements

Name: Takayuki Hagiwara

Position: FAO Representative

Current Role: As the FAO Representative, Takayuki Hagiwara is responsible for supporting and acknowledging agricultural advancements in various regions. His role includes a focus on the dairy industry, particularly in countries like India.

Contributions to the Dairy Industry: Hagiwara has notably recognized the progress made by India in the dairy industry, especially in the production of goat, sheep, and camel milk. He has highlighted successful initiatives in regions such as Rajasthan and Kutch, which have been instrumental in this progress. Hagiwara has emphasized the need for continued research investments and stronger integration of the value chain to sustain and enhance the momentum in the dairy sector.