Executive Summary & Operational Context
A 20-cow dairy farm represents a fully commercial corporate-scale livestock operation. Equipped with a direct-to-can or pipeline milking system, a 500L Bulk Milk Cooler, and mechanized feeding, it generates 260 to 300 liters of milk daily, yielding a net monthly income of ₹1,75,000.
Qualifies for 3% interest subvention and up to 90% bank loan financing under the Animal Husbandry Infrastructure Development Fund (AHIDF).
Complete CAPEX Breakdown for 20-Cow Modern Unit
Total Project Cost: ₹17,50,000. 1. Livestock (20 Cows @ ₹65,000) = ₹13,00,000; 2. Semi-Open Loose Housing Shed (1,000 sq ft covered + 2,000 sq ft paddock) = ₹2,40,000; 3. Double-Bucket / Pipeline Milking System = ₹75,000; 4. 500-Liter Direct Expansion BMC Chiller = ₹2,20,000; 5. Heavy-Duty PTO Chaff Cutter & Rubber Mats = ₹65,000. Less Margin (15%): ₹2,62,500. Bank Term Loan: ₹14,87,500.
How to Implement on Your Dairy Farm
Secure 4 Acres Irrigated Fodder Land
Allocate 3 acres for intensive maize/sorghum bunker silage and 1 acre for perennial Super Napier.
Install On-Site Bulk Milk Chiller
Chilling 300L milk immediately to 4°C preserves farm-gate freshness and commands premium direct retail pricing.
Implement Three-Batch Calving Cycle
Divide the 20 cows into three distinct calving batches (7 + 7 + 6) spaced 4 months apart to maintain flat 365-day milk output.
Recommended Breeds for this System
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FAQ
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