Baglung Becomes Self-Sufficient in Milk Production as Farmers Embrace Dairy Farming
Summary
Baglung has achieved self-sufficiency in milk production as farmers, particularly returnees from abroad, have embraced commercial dairy farming supported by government aid and cooperatives.
Key Points
- Baglung produces 23,157 metric tons of milk annually, achieving self-sufficiency in milk production.
- Farmers who returned from abroad have started commercial dairy farming, contributing significantly to milk output.
- Milk production exceeds local demand, allowing surplus milk to be exported to neighboring districts such as Parbat and Gulmi.
- Milk is sold through 15 cooperatives in Baglung, with support from local, provincial, and federal government programs.
