Food Processing

Milk Processing (1000 Ltr)

This project involves the setup of a milk processing facility with a capacity of 1000 liters per day. The unit performs pasteurization, storage, and packaging of milk into liquid milk pouches, as well as the manufacturing of curd and paneer.

Project cost & finance

Cost of Project

figures in ₹ Lakhs

Plant & Machinery21.91
Working Capital2.22
Total24.13

Means of Finance

figures in ₹ Lakhs

Own Contribution2.41
Term Loan19.72
Working Capital Loan2
Total24.13

Raw materials & machinery

Machinery & equipment7

Raw materials2

Manufacturing process

  1. Milk reception and weighing using electronic scale
  2. Filtration and clarification of raw milk
  3. Cooling and storage in bulk cooler/storage tanks
  4. Preheating and standardization of milk
  5. Pasteurization using plate heat exchanger (PHE)
  6. Homogenization and separation of cream
  7. Packing of liquid milk into pouches
  8. Processing of curd and paneer
  9. Storage in cold room and distribution

Market

Significant demand for processed milk products like curd and paneer exists throughout the year, with peaks during festive seasons. The organized dairy sector handles only about 15% of total production, indicating vast potential for small-scale processing plants.

From the project report