authors
Anuj

abstract
This study explores the thriving world of dairy farming in Chhudani Village, Jhajjar District, Haryana, uncovering its economic potential as a cornerstone of rural livelihoods. With insights from 60 dairy farmers, it investigates how feed, labor, and veterinary care drive milk production and profitability across different herd types and sizes. Results are striking: crossbred cows deliver the highest milk yield and profit, surpassing local breeds and buffaloes, while larger herds unlock economies of scale and cost efficiency. Feed cost emerges as the most powerful factor, accounting for 75% of the milk yield variation. Beyond boosting profits, dairy farming in Chhudani fuels socio-economic benefits, generating income, empowering women through employment, and enhancing household nutrition. The findings emphasize that strategic investments in improved breeds, quality feed, and herd expansion can elevate dairy farming from a traditional enterprise to a thriving economic engine, transforming rural prosperity.