Sri Lanka’s Milk Ambition: Tripling Procurement by 2029
Sourse: dairynews.today
Sri Lanka has announced an ambitious plan to triple its daily fresh milk procurement by 2029, aiming for 3 million liters per day.
The Sri Lankan government has unveiled a bold initiative to significantly boost its daily fresh milk procurement from farmers, setting a target of 3 million liters per day by 2029, a substantial increase from the 1 million liters projected for 2025. This strategic plan involves establishing new dairy collection hubs across the country, aimed at transforming the dairy sector and enhancing milk production. These hubs will provide essential financial assistance and technical expertise to farmers, helping improve productivity and herd health. Announced by Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Livestock, Namal Karunaratne, the move seeks to achieve dairy self-sufficiency, reduce imports, and offer stable livelihoods for farmers. The initiative signals significant opportunities for the dairy industry by providing a model for developing resilient markets.
