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Agriculture
Climate Change Costs Indian Dairy Sector ₹2,661 Crore Annually in Lost Milk Production
✍️ OrissaPOST
🗓 05 Nov 2026, 08:36 AM
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India faces a staggering annual loss of ₹2,661 crore in milk production due to climate change, according to OrissaPOST.
OrissaPOST reports that climate change is costing India ₹2,661 crore each year in lost milk production.
The figure reflects the cumulative impact of rising temperatures, erratic rainfall patterns and heat stress on cattle, which reduce feed intake and milk yield.
Milk is a staple in the Indian diet and a major source of income for rural households. A loss of this magnitude translates into higher costs for consumers and financial strain for farmers.
Experts say the dairy sector must adopt climate‑resilient practices, such as improved shade, better water management and selective breeding, to mitigate future losses.
The figure reflects the cumulative impact of rising temperatures, erratic rainfall patterns and heat stress on cattle, which reduce feed intake and milk yield.
Milk is a staple in the Indian diet and a major source of income for rural households. A loss of this magnitude translates into higher costs for consumers and financial strain for farmers.
Experts say the dairy sector must adopt climate‑resilient practices, such as improved shade, better water management and selective breeding, to mitigate future losses.