Future of Food: Journal on Food

Survey on: Consumption Patterns, and Marketing System of Milk and Dairy Products in Logar Province, Afghanistan

Mohammad Aman Ahmadzai
Department of Para Clinic, Faculty of Veterinary Sciences, Helmand University, 3902 Peace Watt, Lashkar Gah, Helmand, Afghanistan
Anayatullah Haidary
Department of Para Clinic, Faculty of Veterinary Sciences, Helmand University, 3902 Peace Watt, Lashkar Gah, Helmand, Afghanistan
Qiamudin Shinwari
Department of Para Clinic, Faculty of Veterinary Sciences, Helmand University, 3902 Peace Watt, Lashkar Gah, Helmand, Afghanistan

Despite Logar's proximity to Kabul and the high demand for dairy due to urbanization and population growth, many farmers do not fully supply their milk to the market. This study highlights the significant role of household milk production in meeting both consumption and market needs. The survey is included 300 household farmers, from both rural and urban areas of Baraki Barak, Pul-i-Alam, and Mohammad Agha districts of Logar province. The data were collected through a face-to-face interview using a questionnaire. The randomization procedure is used to collect the sample from the population, and for data analyzing, statistical software like, SPSS and Minitab were used. The findings show that average daily milk consumption per household is 5 liters in rural areas and 5.7 liters in urban areas, while the average milk sold is 2.87 liters and 3.02 liters respectively. Milk is the most sold dairy product, followed by yogurt and butter, with both formal and informal marketing channels being used. However, despite adequate production, the dairy marketing system remains underdeveloped. To improve the livelihoods of household farmers and meet urban demand more effectively, it is essential to address current marketing challenges. It is recommended that government and non-governmental organizations support farmers by investing in collection, transportation, and sales infrastructure. Additionally, more comprehensive research should be conducted to explore the challenges and opportunities in the local dairy sector, aiming to strengthen market systems and improve the income of rural and urban household farmers in Logar province.

Keywords : Milk Consumption, Dairy Products, Marketing System, Household Farmers, Logar Province .
Mark Speckien
Louisiana Tech University
Mark Speckien
Louisiana Tech University
International students are more likely to experience mental health issues and increased stress. Mental health is often surrounded by negative societal stigmas that act as barriers to seeking support and tend to lead to greater mental health concerns. International students tend to seek socioemotional support from other international student peers rather than seeking out counseling services. However, this study shows that LGBTQIA+ international students were less likely to seek socioemotional support from other international student peers due to fear of their sexual orientation being discovered and their families finding out about their identity. This study examines how LGBTQIA+ international students talk about their experiences on and off campus in relations to their socioemotional well-being. Specifically, this study sought to better understand the complexities of LGBTQIA+ students’ identities, and the challenges they faced in terms of their socioemotional well-being. Implications for practice and future research are discussed.
Keywords : international students, socioemotional well-being, mental health, identity development, intersectionality, LGBTQIA