<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="false"><li>A new multi-State dairy federation has been established with the Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation (GCMMF) holding a 20% stake, aiming to provide support to smaller dairy federations.</li><li>The cooperative aims to improve technology, quality control, and market access for milk producers, particularly in regions where the unorganised sector still dominates a significant portion of the marketable surplus.</li><li>While dairy cooperatives have been successful in Gujarat and Karnataka, there is potential for expansion in other states, enhancing choices for producers and consumers in regions like eastern and northern States.</li><li>Concerns exist about the new cooperative's significant control by GCMMF, with suggestions for more inclusive stake distribution and involvement of national cooperative organizations for funding and expertise.</li></ul>

Editorial. New multi-State dairy federation holds promise

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