ڈیری کو آپریٹو نظام — ایک آپشن، ڈاکٹر عبدالجبار عباسی
Dairy Cooperative System presented as an option by Dr. Abdul Jabbar Abbasi. Dr. Abbasi stressed the implementation of the policy of cooperative dairy farming in Pakistan. Dairy farmers cooperative will be an option which will provide the opportunity of large scale production, dairy processing and different avenues of marketing. This will also give the strength to the farmers. | ڈیری کو آپریٹو نظام — ڈیری سیکٹرکی ترقی کے لئے ایک آپشن، ڈاکٹر عبدالجبار عباسی کی خصوصی تحریر
سمارٹ لائیوسٹاک فارمنگ بارے اجلاس، ای پروکیورمنٹ ٹریننگ میں سیکرٹری لائیوسٹاک کی شرکت
جانوروں کی ویلفیئر اور پیداواری صلاحیت کی بہتری کے موضوع پر ویٹرنری کالج جھنگ میں ورکشاپ کا انعقاد
One of the main reasons for the success of developed dairy industries is the establishment of dairy cooperatives. Under this system, farmers become members and shareholders of cooperative organizations. These cooperatives collect milk from farmers, process it, manufacture dairy products. Further these products are marketed by cooperatives. Profits is distributed among members.
In countries where cooperatives are strong, farmers do not depend on middlemen. Instead, they collectively own processing plants, milk collection centers, feed mills, and marketing networks. This increases farmers’ income and improves milk quality.
The Danish Example
The article particularly highlights Denmark’s dairy cooperative model. Danish farmers established cooperative dairy societies more than a century ago. Through cooperation, small farmers gained access to modern technology, veterinary services, artificial insemination, quality control systems, and international markets.
Today, Danish dairy products are recognized globally because the cooperative structure ensures:
- High milk quality
- Efficient milk collection
- Fair prices for farmers
- Strong marketing systems
- Export competitiveness
Benefits of Dairy Cooperatives
According to the article, dairy cooperatives provide:
- Better milk prices for farmers
- Collective bargaining power
- Access to veterinary and extension services
- Improved animal breeding programs
- Quality feed and inputs
- Milk processing facilities
- Reduced role of exploitative middlemen
- Increased rural income and employment
Challenges in Pakistan
The author notes that Pakistan’s dairy sector is dominated by smallholders who own only a few animals. Milk marketing is largely controlled by informal traders and middlemen. As a result:
- Farmers receive lower prices.
- Milk quality often remains poor.
- Processing capacity remains limited.
- Farmers have little bargaining power.
Recommendations
The article recommends:
- Establishing dairy cooperatives at village level.
- Encouraging farmers to become cooperative members.
- Providing government support and training.
- Developing milk collection and cooling infrastructure.
- Promoting farmer-owned processing plants.
- Strengthening veterinary and breeding services.
- Creating transparent marketing systems.
