India's Milk Production Hits Record High in 2023-24
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Milk Production Increase | India's milk output increased by 3.78%, reaching 239.30 million tonnes in 2023-24. |
| Global Position | India remains the world's largest milk producer. |
| Per Capita Milk Availability | Increased to 471 gm per day in 2023-24, up from 459 gm in 2022-23. |
| Top Producing States | Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, and Maharashtra contribute 54% of production. |
| Milk Production by Breed | Exotic/crossbred cattle: 8% increase. Indigenous cattle: 44.76% increase. Buffalo: 16% decrease. |
| Livestock Sector Growth | CAGR of 7.38% from 2014-15 to 2022-23 at constant prices. |
| Egg Production | Increased by 3.17% to 142.77 billion eggs in 2023-24. |
| Meat Production | Increased by 4.95% to 10.25 million tonnes in 2023-24. |
| Government Initiatives | Free vaccination for diseases like foot-and-mouth and brucellosis; eradication target by 2030. |
| Focus on Dairy Exports | Government emphasizes boosting dairy exports as part of future growth strategy. |