UP Dairy Development Policy, 2022
At a Glance
| Nodal Department / Agency | Dairy Development Dept. |
|---|---|
| Primary Target | Dairy plants, chilling centres, milk product units |
| Policy Group | Agriculture, food & allied |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is covered?
Milk processing plants, chilling centres, bulk milk coolers, value-added dairy product units, cattle feed plants and dairy logistics.
Who is eligible?
Private dairy entrepreneurs, cooperatives, FPOs and companies; both greenfield and expansion.
What incentives are available?
Capital subsidy on plant and machinery, interest subsidy on term loans, stamp duty exemption, and support for chilling and cold chain infrastructure.
Is there a minimum capacity threshold?
Yes, defined by category (LPD capacity for processing plants). Check the schedule.
How does it converge with Central schemes?
With the Animal Husbandry Infrastructure Development Fund (AHIDF), National Programme for Dairy Development, and Dairy Processing & Infrastructure Development Fund.
Who is the nodal department?
Dairy Development Department, with UP's cooperative dairy federation (PCDF) as an ecosystem partner.
What documentation is sector-specific?
FSSAI licence, milk procurement linkage plan, effluent treatment provision and UPPCB consent.
What is the district-level opportunity in western UP?
High milk surplus and NCR proximity make chilling and value-added product units (paneer, cheese, whey, UHT) the strongest segment.