Initiatives Under White Revolution 2.0

Key Highlights:

• White Revolution 2.0 initiatives focus on forming 75,000 new Dairy Cooperative Societies (DCS) and strengthening 46,422 existing ones.
• So far, 24,097 new DCSs have been formed and 31,394 existing ones strengthened to enhance cooperative milk procurement.
• Two new multi-state cooperative societies, Gomay Sahkari Samiti Multi-State Limited (BGSSL) and National Cooperative Inputs and Services Delivery Multi-State Limited (CISDL), have been established.
• The initiative prioritizes expanding dairy cooperative activities to previously uncovered villages and panchayats across India.
• Measures include funding for infrastructure like Bulk Milk Coolers, Automatic Milk Collection Units, and milk testing equipment.

Detailed Insights:

• White Revolution 2.0 aims to provide market access and remunerative prices to small dairy farmers, ensuring fair income.
• It promotes circularity and sustainability in the dairy sector, creating an ecosystem for increased farmer income.
• The initiative seeks to boost women's participation in the dairy ecosystem, leading to their economic empowerment and social recognition.
• BGSSL focuses on scientific manure management, including biogas and organic fertilizers, promoting resource efficiency.
• CISDL ensures affordable access to essential input services like feed, fodder, animal health, and breeding for dairy farmers.
• State-wise targets have been assigned for the formation and strengthening of DCSs, including in Maharashtra and Bihar.

Key Concepts Involved:

• White Revolution: A program launched in India to increase milk production and make the country self-sufficient in dairy.
• Dairy Cooperative Societies (DCS): Farmer-owned organizations that collect, process, and market milk, ensuring fair prices for producers.
• Circularity in Dairy Sector: An economic model focused on reducing waste and maximizing resource use within the dairy value chain.