Dairy Cow Farming Project Report For 10 Animals

Dairy Cow Farming Project Report:

The following is all about the 10 Dairy Cow Farming Project.

Introduction to crossbred dairy cow farming project

Dairy farming is one of the lucrative and profitable businesses under ideal livestock management practices. People are showing interest in small-scale dairy farming to set up with the help of the bank loan.

Dairy cow farming project advantages

•  Dairy farming useful for the milk processing business.
•  Dairy and milk products have excellent throughout the world.
• No need to advertise products and marketing milk is very easy. You can sell the milk even at the farm gate.
•  Dairy cow farming eco-friendly does not cause any pollution.
•  With a good dairy farming business plan and management, the dairy cow business results in the highest profits.
•  You can use or sell cow dung to other farmers or use it in your own field for growing other crops.
• Cow urine and dung have excellent value in the organic farming sector.
• Dairy cow farming provides an opportunity for unemployed labor.
• Dairy cow farming has significant importance in the national economy.
• There are NABARD subsidies and bank loans available for commercial dairy cow projects.

Is there anything that I should be aware of before starting a cross-bred dairy cow farming project?

Yes, you must have good knowledge of dairy cows and their management. You can get dairy farming training from your local animal husbandry. To know about problems and other information, visit local dairy farms. Prepare a good dairy cow farming business plan which includes buying cow breeds to selling their milk. Buy these cows from certified breeders. Purchase cows with good family history and milking skills. High-quality cows always good for milk production. Finally, Invest only what you can afford to lose.

Popular milch cow breeds in India

• Gir.
• Red Sindhi.
• Sahiwal.
• Tharparkar.
• Deoni.
• Hariana.
• Gaolo.
• Rathi/Rath.
• Kankrej.

The following project report is for 10 crossbred dairy cow farming project with bank loan repayment. The figures taken in minimum amounts. This is only a sample/model dairy cow project report. The numbers mentioned may vary from region to region and time to time.

Components of Crossbred Dairy Cow Project   Type of Cows Crossbred Number of Cows 10 Cost of one Cow which includes transportation and insurance. 30,000 Average milk yield/liters/day/cow. 12 The selling price of milk/liter (in Rupees). 13 (we took the least figure) Sale of manure/cow/year (in Rupees). 500 Culled value/cow at the end of 5th lactation (in Rupees). 8,000 Veterinary aid/cow/year. 750 The rate of interest (%). 12 The residual value of the shed and equipment to be taken (Yes or No). No Repayment years (period). 3 Percentage of net surplus towards repayment. 80

Feeding schedule in crossbred dairy cow farming project

Particulars Lactation Period Dry Period Quantity(Kg) Cost (in Rs) Quantity(Kg) Cost (in Rs) Concentrate Feed (Rs.10 / Kg)        

• For milk (1 kg / 3 liter)

4 40 0 0

• For Maintenance plus pregnancy.

1 10 1.5 15 Green Fodder 20 0 20 0 Dry Fodder (Rs.3/Kg) 5 15 5 15

Read this: Cactus Cultivation in India.

Particulars of  Crossbred Cow Farming Project Cost (in Rs) 1.    Capital Cost  

• Cost of Crossbred Cows including transport cost & Insurance cost (10 animals of Rs. 30,000 each).

3,00,000

• Housing/Shed for adult cows of 40 sq. ft per cow with Rs. 80/sq.ft.

48,000

• Cost of equipment.

20,000

• Cost of fodder cultivation in 1 acre.

15,000 2.    Working capital  

• Cost of Feeding one cow for one month.

12,000 Total Rs. 3,95,000

 Based on the norms, the funding for crossbred dairy cow farming project unit

Total Project Cost (from above) Rs. 3,95,000 Margin Money (Individual borrower/company/society) Rs.75,000 Loan amount from the bank Rs. 3,20,000

The lactation chart for the dairy cow farming project is given below. This is based on 280 lactation days plus 120 dry days which is 400 days of inter-calving 

Year First batch Second batch Total   Lactation days Dry days Lactation days Dry days Lactation days Dry days 1 1250 575 720 0 1970 575 2 1400 425 1225 600 2625 1025 3 1400 425 1225 600 2625 1025 4 1400 425 1225 600 2625 1025 5 1275 550 1225 600 2500 1150

Profitability projections of 10 crossbred dairy cow farming project

Particulars 1st year 2nd year 3rd year 4th year 5th year Income: By sale of cow milk 3,35,400 4,09,500 4,09,500 4,09,500 3,90,000 By sale of cow manure 3,750 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 Total 3,39,150 4,14,500 4,14,500 4,14,500 3,95,000 Expenditure: Concentrated feed 1,01,250 1,41,500 1,41,500 1,41,500 1,36,500 Dry Fodder 40,875 54,750 54,750 54,750 54,750 Veterinary Expenses 5,625 7,500 7,500 7,500 7,500 Total 1,47,750 2,03,750 2,03,750 2,03,750 1,98,750 Net Income 1,91,400 2,10,750 2,10,750 2,10,750 1,96,250

Financial analysis of 10 crossbred dairy cow farming project report

Particulars I year II year III year IV year V year Cost: Capital Cost 3,95,000 Recurring cost 1,47,750 2,03,750 2,03,750 2,03,750 1,98,750 Total Cost 5,42,750 2,03,750 2,03,750 2,03,750 1,98,750 Benefits 3,39,150 4,14,500 4,1,4500 4,14,500 3,95,000 Residual value 80,000 Total Benefit 3,39,150 4,14,500 4,14,500 4,14,500 4,75,000 Net Benefit -2,03,600 2,10,750 2,10,750 2,10,750 2,76,250 Discount factor at 15 % 0.87 0.76 0.66 0.57 0.50 BCR 1.42: 1 NPV 3,78,727 IRR >50% (98.93 %)

Repayment Tenure (Period) for 10 crossbred dairy cow farming project

Who are eligible for the NABARD dairy farming project subsidy scheme?

• Farmers.
• Entrepreneurs (Individual).
• NGOs.
• Companies /firms.
• Groups of the organized sectors such as Dairy Cooperative Societies, milk Federation, and self-help groups.

How much dairy cow farming project subsidy I get from NABARD?

• Subsidy for dairy farm setup: 25% of the outlay for the general public and 33 .33 % for SC / ST farmers.

Dairy cow farming project tips:

Read this: Dairy Farm Business.

• Start the cow dairy with few animals and increase the herd as you get more experience.
• Before starting, Research about good and high milk-yielding cow breeds within your budget limit.
• Buy the animals only from genuine and certified cow breeders.
• Create a cow farming business plan which covers all the financial aspects of your farm.
• Plan well for Feed/Fodder, It is advised to go for homegrown feed as it saves you a lot by eliminating feed cost.
• Make silage from green fodder crops such as maize, legume crops.
• Strict follow the feeding schedule and increase the feed nutrients for breeding cows and lactation cows.
• You must prepare a cow breeding plan (artificial insemination is best for breeding).
• Plan for secured and well-ventilated dairy shed/house before getting animals to the farm.
• Ensure all the cows are vaccinated before entering the shed.
• Keep the house always clean and dry.
• Control external parasites along with other diseases.
• Strictly follow veterinary instructions in case of any abnormal behavior of animals.
• Never keep breeding bucks more than required in the shed. Maintain a proper male and female ratio.
• You can milk the cows 2 or 3 times a day. During this time, move the cows to a clean location. Wash and dry your hands and the udder before milking.
• Frequent washing of cows required in commercial cow farming
• Keep all the milking and other equipment to avoid milk contamination.
• For a better price of milk, research local markets.
• You can watch successful stories of dairy farming on YouTube.

Bottom Line of dairy cow farming project

Not only investment, dedication, monitoring, but hard work also make you a profitable dairy farmer. Cost and profits in commercial dairy farming depend on many factors such as Cow breed, feed management, disease control, and other dairy management practices.

In case if you are interested in this: How To Grow Organic Lettuce.