Growing Resilience against Climate Change: Highlights from the Dairy Sector of India
Ridhi Pandey*
Division of Dairy Technology, ICAR-National Dairy Research Institute, Karnal, Haryana (132 001), India
Shreyas Bagrecha
Agronomy Section, ICAR-National Dairy Research Institute, Karnal, Haryana (132 001), India
DOI: NIL
Keywords: Abiotic stress, Climate vulnerability, Dairy farming, Milk quality
Abstract
The dairy industry is an important part of the agricultural sector, contributing significantly to the economy, promoting nutritional health and providing income for small and marginal farmers. India is currently leading in milk production, surpassing all other countries globally. The majority of these abundant supplies are derived from bovines including cattle and buffaloes. Nevertheless, productivity remains a pressing concern for researchers, farmers and the government. Although, the news about climate change and its effects has become increasingly evident with each passing day, especially in countries like India. There is a significant increase in the frequency of extreme heat waves and other climate variables. The milk produced by cattle goes through various transformations that affect the livestock's production potential, quality and reproductive capacity. It is crucial to prioritise measures that will strengthen the dairy industry's ability to withstand challenges. Hence, adaptation of appropriate measures towards climate resiliency is crucial for sustainability of dairy sector.
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