Philippines' Dairy Production Expected to Rise by 22.4% by 2026
NDA ‘very optimistic’ dairy production will increase by 22.4%
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The National Dairy Authority (NDA) of the Philippines anticipates a 22.4% increase in dairy production, projecting output to reach 53 million liters by 2026. This growth is supported by the import of dairy cattle and the establishment of new stock farms, aiming for a milk self-sufficiency level of 3.3% this year.
- 01The NDA's target for local dairy production is 53 million liters, up from 43.3 million liters last year.
- 02800 Holstein and Jersey dairy cattle from Australia are expected to arrive in August, with an additional 800 potentially arriving by October.
- 03The cost of importing dairy cattle has risen to P220,000 (approximately $3,900 USD) per head.
- 04Five stock farms across the Philippines are operational, with plans for three more to be built.
- 05Dairy production increased by 6.47% in the first quarter of 2026, totaling 11.79 million liters.
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The National Dairy Authority (NDA) in the Philippines is optimistic about a 22.4% increase in dairy production, projecting output to reach 53 million liters by 2026. This growth is attributed to the arrival of 800 Holstein and Jersey dairy cattle from Australia, scheduled for delivery in August, with another 800 expected by October. The NDA Administrator, Marcus Antonius Andaya, emphasized that even without these imports, the production goal remains achievable due to strong institutional support and feed distribution. The NDA aims to improve milk self-sufficiency to 3.3% this year, up from 2.10% in the previous year, as the country strives for a 5% self-sufficiency target by 2028. Currently, five stock farms are operational, with plans for three additional farms in Sorsogon, Baguio City, and Negros. Dairy production saw a 6.47% increase in the first quarter of 2026, amounting to 11.79 million liters.
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The increase in dairy production will enhance local milk availability, potentially lowering prices for consumers and benefiting dairy farmers through improved support and infrastructure.
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