Economics and cost of milk-based drinks in an experimental dairy plant

Abstract

Regularly assessing the manufacturing cost of various dairy products is very important for the management to make the best decision regarding production, planning and policy framework. The toned milk, flavoured dairy drink and lassi are the crucial products of any liquid milk processing plant. Therefore, a study was conducted at the experimental dairy plant, NDRI, Karnal, to estimate the manufacturing cost of these products. The manufacturing cost was found to be Rs. 7.50 per litre for toned milk, Rs. 9.76 per litre for flavoured dairy drinks and Rs. 6.51 per litre of lassi.