In rural India, livestock is far more than a source of milk—it is a multi-functional asset deeply embedded in livelihoods, culture and survival strategies. While dairy often gets the spotlight, ground realities reveal that millions of household’s rear animals for a wide range of economic and non-economic benefits. Livestock as a Multi-Purpose Asset: A recent study highlights that around 38% of cattle-rearing households in India do not prioritize milk sale particularly in sm

In rural India, livestock is far more than a source of milk—it is a multi-functional asset deeply embedded in livelihoods, culture and survival strategies. While dairy often gets the spotlight, ground realities reveal that millions of household’s rear animals for a wide range of economic and non-economic benefits. Livestock as a Multi-Purpose Asset: A recent study highlights that around 38% of cattle-rearing households in India do not prioritize milk sales, instead focusing