World Milk Day is, as the name suggests, a day dedicated to milk. Popularly known as a powerhouse of nutrients and a rich source of calcium, milk is an integral part of our lives. From breakfast to dinner, we consume it in different forms. And today, it also comes from a variety of sources, including almonds, soy, and coconut. In general, the dairy industry not only contributes to our well-being, but also provides a source of livelihood for millions of people. The day focuses on the importance of milk and raises awareness among the masses about the role of dairy in healthy living, diets and food production. You might be surprised to learn that India is the largest milk producer, followed by the US, China and Pakistan, accounting for 22 percent of global milk production. Let us tell you more about this day when milk is celebrated.
- When is World Milk Day?
World Milk Day has been celebrated on June 1 every year for 21 years. According to reports, it was founded in 2001 by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and every year a theme is chosen to celebrate this day. June 1 was chosen as the date because many provinces already celebrated Milk Day at that time of year. The day celebrates the benefits of milk and other dairy products. - What is the importance of World Milk Day?
Going by the official website of the FAO, the idea behind World Milk Day is to celebrate the contributions of the milk and dairy sector to the world. The official website states, “The benefits of milk and dairy products have been actively promoted around the world, including how dairy supports the livelihoods of a billion people.” This data from the FAO also shows that more than six billion people worldwide consume dairy products every day. - What is the theme of World Milk Day 2022?
The theme of World Milk Day is to draw attention to the climate crisis and how the dairy sector can reduce its impact on the planet. The goal is to achieve ‘Dairy Net Zero’ by reducing greenhouse gas emissions over the next 30 years and improving waste management to make the dairy sector more sustainable. - Easy Milk Recipes
Rice Kheer: One of the easiest and simplest milk recipes to be celebrated in India. It is a combination of soaked rice, milk, sugar, kesar and nuts, all of which are cooked slowly and served hot or cold for dessert.Rabdi: Another sweet dish made with only milk, which is cooked slowly and into a thick, grainy texture treat, which is naturally sweet and served as a dessert. sweet dish made with milk, clubbed together in various shapes. It uses soft and spongy discs of cheena made with milk, which are soaked in a sweet syrup of milk, flavored with kesar, nuts and sugar.
