The Kano State Agro-Pastoral Development Project (KSADP) has organized a stakeholders’ engagement to link milk producers with off-takers, aimed at strengthening the dairy value chain and improving milk production across the state.
The Project Coordinator, Ibrahim Garba Muhammad Gama, said the event brought together milk producers’ associations, operators of milk collection centres, dairy companies, researchers, and extension workers to build stronger collaboration within the sector.
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“This event is designed to connect milk producers with buyers, including companies, associations, and research institutions. We want both sides to understand each other’s requirements and agree on standards that will improve the quality and quantity of milk production,” he said.
Gama explained that KSADP has established 98 milk collection centres across 13 local government areas to address challenges affecting the sector, particularly insecurity and poor storage.
“Security challenges have limited access to rural areas, making it difficult for buyers to source milk directly from producers. With these collection centres located within accessible areas, milk can now be aggregated in large quantities,” he added.
He noted that each collection centre has a storage capacity of about 800 litres, enabling better preservation and reducing post-harvest losses.
Speaking on behalf of beneficiaries, Yasir Ahmad Cedi, Secretary of the Fulani Herders Development Association in Dawakin Tofa, said the initiative has transformed their operations.
“We were trained on how to produce nutritious milk and linked with buyers and companies. This knowledge will modernize our business and improve our livelihoods,” he said.
Also speaking, Murtala Hassan from Gaya Local Government Area, who is the Zonal Secretary of Miyetti Allah in Kano South, highlighted the importance of the project in reducing waste and improving income.
“In the past, we used traditional methods and milk spoiled easily. Now, with the collection centres, we can store milk safely and sell to companies. This will improve our income and reduce losses,” he said.
He added that improved livestock practices introduced by the project could also help reduce pastoral movement and address security concerns.
Shani Zubairu, Chairman of Fulde in Ajingi Local Government Area, commended the Kano State Government for the initiative and urged herders to fully utilize the opportunity.
“This project is a great support to our people. We must take advantage of it to improve our businesses and our communities,” he said.
The initiative is part of KSADP’s broader efforts to modernize livestock production, enhance food security, and boost rural incomes in Kano State.
