Pakistan Dairy Association (PDA)
The Pakistan Dairy Association (PDA) is the premier representative body of Pakistan’s dairy industry, working towards the development and growth of the sector. Established in 1985-86, PDA is a non-profit organization registered under Section 42 of the Companies Ordinance. It is recognized by the Directorate General Trade Organization (Ministry of Commerce) and the Securities & Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP).
With a vast network of members across Pakistan, the association provides a forum for dairy producers, processors, professionals and allied agro-industries to collaborate in research and development, production, processing, and marketing. The association plays a crucial role in linking the private sector, public sector, and livestock farmers, aiming for sustainable development and economic uplifting of the rural population.
The Pakistan Dairy Association (PDA) is the driving force behind Pakistan’s dairy sector, bringing together stakeholders from production to processing and marketing. With a strong focus on research, advocacy, and industry collaboration, this association is shaping the future of Pakistan’s dairy industry, ensuring its sustainability, competitiveness, and contribution to the national economy.
Objectives of the Pakistan Dairy Association
The Pakistan Dairy Association (PDA) operates with well-defined objectives to promote and support the dairy industry. Key objectives include:
- Information Dissemination & Industry Development
The association works to collect, publish, and circulate relevant industry information, statistics, and research to keep its members informed about the latest trends, developments, and regulations in the dairy sector.
- Technical & Managerial Support
The association provides technical, managerial, supervisory, and advisory assistance to its members, helping them stay competitive in the ever-evolving dairy market.
- Regulatory Framework & Trade Policies
The association actively participates in framing and enforcing rules and regulations related to the purchase, sale, and overall management of dairy products to ensure ethical and organized trade practices.
- Protection & Advocacy
A key objective of PDA is to safeguard the rights and interests of its members and stakeholders. The association serves as an advocacy group, representing the dairy industry at national and international forums.
- Compliance with Trade Organization Ordinance
The association ensures that its members comply with the Trade Organization Ordinance 2006 and Trade Organization Rules 2007, along with any amendments or directives issued by regulatory authorities.
- Research & Development Collaboration
The association collaborates with research and development organizations, NGOs, and government institutions at the national, regional, and global levels. These collaborations focus on uplifting the livestock sector, transforming it from subsistence farming to economically viable dairy production.
- Conferences, Seminars, & Knowledge Exchange
The association facilitates the exchange of knowledge and ideas through meetings, conferences, and seminars, encouraging collaboration among researchers, planners, producers, and marketers.
- Socio-Economic Development
By strengthening backward and forward linkages between dairy stakeholders, PDA significantly contributes to the socio-economic upliftment of rural communities, ultimately boosting the national economy.
- Legal & Ethical Compliance
The association undertakes all lawful activities necessary to support the dairy sector and ensure the smooth operation of dairy businesses across Pakistan.
The Role of PDA in Pakistan’s Dairy Industry
Pakistan’s dairy sector plays a pivotal role in the economy, contributing significantly to agriculture GDP and providing livelihoods to millions of rural farmers. The Pakistan Dairy Association works diligently to:
- Promotes modern dairy farming techniques.
- Ensures quality standards for dairy products.
- Advocates for policies that support dairy industry growth.
- Improves dairy infrastructure and supply chains.
- Provides training and education to farmers and dairy professionals.
Through its initiatives, PDA is bridging the gap between traditional and modern dairy farming, encouraging innovation and sustainability in the industry.
Contact the Pakistan Dairy Association
First Floor, Plaza # 169, Sector C, Commercial Broadway,
Phase – VIII, Defence Housing Authority,
Lahore
Cell. +92-325-4748325
Website: www.pda.com.pk
