JAPAN – A long-established dairy farm operator in Chiba Prefecture is set to expand into India, a country with a population exceeding 1.4 billion and a strong demand for dairy products.
Reported by sources familiar with the development, Akiba Bokujo Holdings has entered into a partnership with an Indian information technology startup to enhance dairy production, procure feed, and support small-scale farmers.
According to a report by industry sources, the Japanese company has collaborated with Stellapps, an IT startup that provides digital solutions for dairy farmers in India.
The partnership will facilitate the introduction of advanced dairy farming technologies and knowledge transfer to improve productivity.
As part of this initiative, Akiba Bokujo will establish an integrated facility in Bengaluru this spring, covering dairy farming, processing, and product manufacturing.
Reported by company representatives, the new facility will utilize remote management technologies from Japan, ensuring efficient operations and product quality.
The company plans to introduce premium dairy products such as gelato to high-end hotels in India, with the goal of enhancing its brand value in the new market.
According to Akiba Bokujo President Hidetake Akiba, the expansion aims to go beyond business growth by sharing Japanese dairy farming expertise with small-scale Indian farmers.
The company intends to help them adopt efficient practices, increase productivity, and improve income levels.
Akiba emphasized that boosting farm efficiency could reduce child labor, enabling children to attend school and acquire knowledge that could lead to better economic opportunities.
A report by the Japan Dairy Council recently highlighted concerns over the declining number of dairy farmers in Japan, warning that the trend poses a serious risk to the industry’s production base.
Amid these challenges, Akiba Bokujo’s expansion is seen as a proactive step to create new business opportunities while contributing to the global dairy sector.
Reported by company officials, Akiba is also exploring the possibility of collaborating with Japanese dairy farmers to undertake joint ventures in India.
He expressed confidence that these efforts would yield positive results and position the company as a pioneer in international dairy expansion.
According to a statement from a Japan Dairy Council official, the initiative represents a “positive and bright story” for the industry, signaling optimism for Japanese dairy businesses seeking growth beyond domestic markets.
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