Milk production constraints in Marathwada region of Maharashtra: A case study

Abstract

This study focuses on research conducted in the Marathwada region of Maharashtra State during the year 2022-23. It specifically outlines the issues that farmers encounter in operating and managing dairy activities related to milk production. The Marathwada region of Maharashtra State was chosen intentionally because to its low milk production as well as productivity. A random study was conducted on 195 milk farmers in Nanded and Latur districts of the Marathwada region in Maharashtra State. Garret's ranking technique was used for determining the constraints that existed. Producers faced major hurdles such as feed and fodder scarcity, fluctuating pricing policies, expensive concentrates, lack of access to veterinary services, shortage of labor, inadequate credit facilities, limited information on government programs, and year-round shortage of green fodder. Additional concerns involved the absence of veterinary services such as artificial insemination and breeding, as well as a lack of knowledge about more efficient management procedures.