Shimla: Hoping to start Himachal Pradesh’s own White Revolution, chief minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu’s government on Sunday launched the Him Ganga milk co-operative scheme worth Rs 500 crore.
The government has formed public awareness committees in the first phase along with 201 milk co-operative societies in Hamirpur and Kangra districts, 11 of which in Hamirpur and eight in Kangra are run by women.It has reorganised four societies in Hamirpur district to connect 4,064 dairy farmers. The number of women’s milk producer co-operative societies will be increased in a phased manner.
In a statement issued on Sunday, the state government mentioned the milk co-operatives as an important role player in dairy sector’s development, claiming that these societies had not only made the farmers self-sufficient but also broken the shackles of gender, caste, religion, and community. The state government claimed to have taken the number of village-level milk co-operatives to 1,107.
Along with creating jobs, the dairy sector has also reduced malnutrition and poverty along with improving rural economy. The government has increased in the procurement price of milk by Rs 6 a litre, while Himachal Pradesh State Co-operative Milk Producer’s Federation Limited had built 102 automatic milk collection units (AMCUs) last year to take their count to 455.
The government also claimed to have installed 106 bulk milk coolers under various projects along with providing the farmers with 35 can-meter coolers under the National Dairy Development Programme to improve the quality of milk. An automatic milk processing plant is coming up at Dagwar in Kangra district to produce a wide range of dairy products.
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The government has formed public awareness committees in the first phase along with 201 milk co-operative societies in Hamirpur and Kangra districts, 11 of which in Hamirpur and eight in Kangra are run by women.It has reorganised four societies in Hamirpur district to connect 4,064 dairy farmers. The number of women’s milk producer co-operative societies will be increased in a phased manner.
In a statement issued on Sunday, the state government mentioned the milk co-operatives as an important role player in dairy sector’s development, claiming that these societies had not only made the farmers self-sufficient but also broken the shackles of gender, caste, religion, and community. The state government claimed to have taken the number of village-level milk co-operatives to 1,107.
Along with creating jobs, the dairy sector has also reduced malnutrition and poverty along with improving rural economy. The government has increased in the procurement price of milk by Rs 6 a litre, while Himachal Pradesh State Co-operative Milk Producer’s Federation Limited had built 102 automatic milk collection units (AMCUs) last year to take their count to 455.
The government also claimed to have installed 106 bulk milk coolers under various projects along with providing the farmers with 35 can-meter coolers under the National Dairy Development Programme to improve the quality of milk. An automatic milk processing plant is coming up at Dagwar in Kangra district to produce a wide range of dairy products.
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State to revise milk subsidy
The government plans to revise the subsidy formula for milk producers to expand its coverage. State animal husbandry and dairy development minister, Radhakrishna Vikhe Patil, announced the revision during the winter session in Nagpur. Previously, the government had accepted a formula to provide a subsidy of Rs 5 per litre to milk producers, with the condition that the milk has a standard of 3.2% fat and 8.3% solid not fat (SNF).
The government plans to revise the subsidy formula for milk producers to expand its coverage. State animal husbandry and dairy development minister, Radhakrishna Vikhe Patil, announced the revision during the winter session in Nagpur. Previously, the government had accepted a formula to provide a subsidy of Rs 5 per litre to milk producers, with the condition that the milk has a standard of 3.2% fat and 8.3% solid not fat (SNF).
NDRI commercialized 09 technologies for the rapid detection of adulteration in milk to a dairy conglomerate
National Dairy Research Institute (NDRI) has commercialized 09 technologies related to rapid detection of adulteration in milk to Hatsun Agro Products Ltd., a Chennai based leading dairy industry of South India. These technologies are related to paper strip based tests for rapid detection of neutralizers, urea, hydrogen peroxide, glucose, sucrose, maltodextrin, formaldehyde and salt in milk. In addition, a rapid test for detection of presence of detergent in milk has also been commercialized to Hatsun Agro Products Ltd. The developed tests can be used at milk receiving stations to segregate good quality milk from bad quality milk at its point of origin.
National Dairy Research Institute (NDRI) has commercialized 09 technologies related to rapid detection of adulteration in milk to Hatsun Agro Products Ltd., a Chennai based leading dairy industry of South India. These technologies are related to paper strip based tests for rapid detection of neutralizers, urea, hydrogen peroxide, glucose, sucrose, maltodextrin, formaldehyde and salt in milk. In addition, a rapid test for detection of presence of detergent in milk has also been commercialized to Hatsun Agro Products Ltd. The developed tests can be used at milk receiving stations to segregate good quality milk from bad quality milk at its point of origin.
Smart easy ways to reuse burnt milk
This article discusses how to fix burnt milk and reuse it in various ways. Gently pour the unburnt portion of the milk into another container, leaving the burnt residue behind. Add flavorings like vanilla extract, cinnamon, or nutmeg to mask the unpleasant taste. Dilute the burnt milk by mixing it with fresh, unburnt milk. Use the burnt milk in soups, sauces, or casseroles where the burnt taste won’t be as noticeable. Incorporate the burnt milk into baking recipes like cakes, cookies, or muffins. Blend the burnt milk with fruits and yogurt to make a smoothie. Include the burnt milk in oatmeal, pancake or waffle batter, or mashed potatoes to balance out the burnt taste.
This article discusses how to fix burnt milk and reuse it in various ways. Gently pour the unburnt portion of the milk into another container, leaving the burnt residue behind. Add flavorings like vanilla extract, cinnamon, or nutmeg to mask the unpleasant taste. Dilute the burnt milk by mixing it with fresh, unburnt milk. Use the burnt milk in soups, sauces, or casseroles where the burnt taste won’t be as noticeable. Incorporate the burnt milk into baking recipes like cakes, cookies, or muffins. Blend the burnt milk with fruits and yogurt to make a smoothie. Include the burnt milk in oatmeal, pancake or waffle batter, or mashed potatoes to balance out the burnt taste.
