Kerala’s milk production has increased by 10 lakh litres, said Animal Husbandry and Dairy Development Minister J. Chinchurani on Sunday. She shared this at the Kerala Dairy Expo, held as part of the State Ksheera Sangamam. The minister said, “Domestic milk production is on the rise. In many places, farmers supply milk locally first and only deliver the surplus to Milma.” To get exact numbers, Kerala has started a survey to measure the real milk produced by each farmer. The survey will fix the lack of precise data. Special dairy schemes now support workers in plantation and fisheries sectors to help during temporary job crises. “As part of State’s extreme poverty eradication project, a subsidy of up to ₹1 lakh has been sanctioned for each dairy unit,” added Chinchurani. About 100 stalls at the expo showcase new dairy technologies and products. Participants include government departments, cattle feed makers, veterinary medicine producers, and the Kerala Livestock Development Board. Visitors can see machines for dairy work, milk product equipment, and stalls from financial and insurance firms like SBI and Kerala Bank. Waste management companies and an AI firm named Nithara, focusing on the dairy industry, also take part. A key highlight is the Dairy Development Department’s stall titled ‘Farm to Fork.’ It shows every step from milk collection to distribution using models and visual displays. The Animal Husbandry Department stall features pets like guinea pigs and rabbits, plus poultry breeds such as Vigova, Givi, and Brahma chickens. More than 70 products are for sale, including agricultural crops, curry powders, textiles, and daily essentials. The expo aims to boost Kerala’s dairy sector with innovation and farmer support.