Dairy development in Pakistan
This report analyses the situation and development of the dairy sector in Pakistan based on literature review, statistical data and the information collected for the project “Assistance in up-scaling dairy development in Pakistan” (TCP/PAK/3004). Chapter 1 gives a synopsis of the contribution to the economy of livestock, in general, and of milk in particular. It provides an overview of the dairy production systems in the country, and includes up-to-date data on livestock population, annual mil k production and annual yields, along with imports of milk, and consumer preferences. It also presents a summary of the dairy sector’s contribution to the national economy. Chapter 2 discusses the environmental consequences of dairy production, and the level of understanding and awareness of these. Chapter 3 outlines the importance of dairy production and its critical role in the economy of poor households. It highlights current development trends and programmes in the pipeline for the improvement of dairy production in Pakistan. Chapter 4 reviews major food safety issues associated with the dairy supply chain in Pakistan. It also presents food safety legislation and regulation, enforcement, and the limitations in this area. Chapter 5 identifies several public and private sector institutions and the institutional arrangements that serve different components of dairy development. Chapter 6 provides an in-depth analysis of the dairy value chain, including production, bulki ng and cooling, processing and packaging, transport, and distribution and retailing. Chapter 7 draws conclusions from the study and suggests recommendations based on the findings.
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| Format: | Book (stand-alone) biblioteca |
| Language: | English |
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2011
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| Online Access: | https://openknowledge.fao.org/handle/20.500.14283/AL750E http://www.fao.org/3/a-al750e.pdf |
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