Anand, Gujarat | May 27, 2025 — In a strong endorsement of India’s dairy cooperative prowess, His Excellency Umar A Namadi, FCA, the Hon’ble Executive Governor of Jigawa State, Nigeria, visited Amul Dairy in Anand as part of a high-level study tour by the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
The delegation, accompanied by senior Nigerian officials, was cordially welcomed by Dr. Amit Vyas, Managing Director of Amul Dairy. Dr. Vyas offered an in-depth presentation on Amul’s evolution from a grassroots cooperative movement to one of the world’s most respected dairy institutions.
📈 Digital Dairy, Sustainable Farming & Empowered Farmers
During the interaction, the Governor was introduced to Amul’s trailblazing work in the digitalisation of dairy operations, showcasing advanced systems for:
- Milk procurement and quality monitoring
- Animal husbandry and breeding programs
- Real-time supply chain transparency
- Farmer-facing digital platforms for payments and productivity insights
The Nigerian delegation expressed deep admiration for Amul’s iconic three-tier cooperative structure, which directly connects millions of Indian dairy farmers to markets, ensuring fair prices and timely payments.
🌱 Amul’s Green Dairy Model Gains Global Praise
Sustainability was another key focus of the visit. Dr. Vyas highlighted Amul’s initiatives in:
- Biogas and renewable energy generation
- Solar energy installations at dairy facilities
- Production of organic fertilisers from dairy waste
These efforts reflect Amul’s commitment to a circular rural economy, balancing environmental responsibility with economic empowerment.
Governor Namadi praised Amul’s model as “insightful and worth replicating by any developing country,” commending the management for its visionary leadership and dedication to grassroots upliftment.
🧭 A Model for Global Dairy Development
This visit further reinforces Amul’s stature as a global dairy benchmark, especially for countries exploring inclusive agricultural models and rural transformation. As developing nations look for proven frameworks to build food security and farmer equity, Amul’s cooperative system offers a scalable and sustainable solution.
