Governor Uba Sani Unveils Arla Farms as Part of Efforts to Boost Local Milk Production and Dairy Industry

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Governor Uba Sani has announced ambitious plans to improve the livestock industry in Kaduna State, including the establishment of state-of-the-art dairy farms and infrastructure investments. The Governor's administration has welcomed Arla Farms, a leading European dairy company, which has invested 10 million Euros to establish a state-of-the-art dairy farm in Damau local government area. The farm aims to produce 4-5 million kg of milk annually at full capacity, providing a significant boost to local milk production and creating jobs for thousands of people.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Kaduna State Government has partnered with Arla Farms to establish a state-of-the-art dairy farm, Arla-Dano, in Damau local government area, with a target of producing 4-5 million kg of milk annually.
  • The Governor's administration has established strong institutional frameworks to support the agricultural sector, including the Kaduna State Livestock Regulatory Authority (KADLRA) and the Kaduna State Livestock Transformation Company.
  • The Arla Farm is part of the Government's efforts to empower smallholder farmers with modern techniques and technologies to improve milk yield and quality.
  • The initiative will support local milk sourcing, creating more income for farmers, jobs for youth, and nutritious products for the people.
  • The project is a result of the Federal Government's policy on local content development and backward integration.
  • Nigeria currently produces only about 0.7 million litres of milk annually, far below the required amount to meet the nutritional needs of its population.
  • The country spends over $1.5 billion annually importing milk and dairy products, despite having millions of cattle and capable producers.
  • The Ministry of Livestock Development has established a vision to unlock the potential of Nigeria's livestock value chains and reduce dependence on imports.

Statistics:

  • The Arla Farm aims to produce 4-5 million kg of milk annually at full capacity.
  • Nigeria currently produces only about 0.7 million litres of milk annually.
  • The country spends over $1.5 billion annually importing milk and dairy products.
  • The average milk yield of Nigerian indigenous cows is only 0.5 to 1.5 litres per day, compared to the global average of 6.6 litres.
  • The global average per capita consumption of milk is much higher than Nigeria's, with Nigeria producing only 8.7 million litres annually.
  • The World Health Organisation recommends a minimum of 210 litres of milk consumption per person annually.

Sources:

  • Government of Kaduna State
  • Ministry of Livestock Development
  • Arla Farms
  • President Bola Tinubu
  • Alhaji Idi Mukhtar Maiha, Minister of Livestock Development