Adityanath wants Amul to bolster Uttar Pradesh dairy sector

UP has country's largest livestock population and is top dairy producer, yet its yield is quite low

Highlighting the importance of dairy towards doubling the farmers’ income in the next five years, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has sought the cooperation of domestic dairy giant Amul to bolster the state dairy space.

UP is home to the country’s largest livestock population and is India’s top dairy producer, yet its yield is quite low compared to other states, such as Gujarat, Amul's home state. UP contributes nearly 20 per cent to the national milk production.

Over the years, Amul has been expanding its retail and processing network in UP even as the state’s own dairy brand Parag