Survey on: Consumption Patterns, and Marketing System of Milk and Dairy Products in Logar Province, Afghanistan
Keywords:
Milk Consumption, Dairy Products, Marketing System, Household Farmers, Logar ProvinceAbstract
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.
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