Dairy Farm Operations & Management
Learn the practical management of a modern dairy farm. Understand cattle selection, housing, feeding, fodder planning, milking hygiene, breeding basics, calf management, herd health, records, waste management and farm economics. Develop skills required to operate, supervise or plan a small-to-commercial dairy enterprise efficiently.
Level 04 – AELP. Agriculture Experiential Learning Program. Practical, Project-Based and Experiential Skill Training.
This program connects daily dairy work—feeding, milking, calf care, and record keeping—with the decisions that keep a herd productive and a unit financially manageable. You work through real farm scenarios so you can supervise staff, improve routines, or plan a small-to-commercial dairy with clearer standards for hygiene, nutrition, and biosecurity. Training is experiential skill development; it is not a veterinary qualification or a substitute for professional veterinary diagnosis and treatment.
Module 1: Dairy Farm Planning & Cattle Selection
- Assess land, water, and labour capacity before expanding herd size
- Compare indigenous and crossbred cattle for milk yield and local adaptability
- Evaluate body condition, udder health, and temperament at purchase
- Maintain basic identification and herd inventory records
Module 2: Housing, Comfort & Farm Infrastructure
- Plan shed layout for ventilation, drainage, and easy movement
- Size manger space, loafing areas, and calf pens for herd strength
- Manage bedding, cleanliness, and moisture to reduce hoof and skin issues
- Organise feed storage, water points, and biosecurity entry points
Module 3: Feeding, Fodder & Nutrition Management
- Balance green fodder, dry fodder, and concentrates by production stage
- Plan seasonal fodder crops and silage where land allows
- Track feed costs against milk output for basic ration decisions
- Provide clean drinking water and mineral supplementation as needed
Module 4: Milking Hygiene & Milk Handling
- Follow udder preparation and hand or machine milking hygiene steps
- Cool and store milk promptly to protect quality
- Clean and maintain milking equipment and utensils
- Record daily milk yields for individual animals
Module 5: Breeding Basics & Calf Management
- Understand heat detection and timely breeding for better conception
- Support calving readiness and newborn calf care
- Manage colostrum feeding and early calf nutrition
- Plan heifer rearing for future herd replacement
Module 6: Herd Health, Biosecurity & Records
- Recognise common illness signs and when to seek veterinary help
- Follow vaccination and deworming schedules advised for your area
- Apply isolation and hygiene practices for sick or new animals
- Keep health, breeding, and production registers for management review
Module 7: Waste Management & Farm Economics
- Handle manure and wash water to reduce odour and fly pressure
- Explore composting or farm-use recycling of organic waste
- Estimate cost of feed, labour, and veterinary inputs per litre of milk
- Review simple cash-flow ideas before scaling herd or infrastructure
Who This Is For
Minimum 12th pass or equivalent. Suitable for family dairy operators, farm supervisors, agriculture and veterinary students, rural entrepreneurs starting or upgrading a dairy unit, and anyone who wants structured operational skills before investing in cattle or hired labour.
Outcomes
- Plan daily feeding, milking, and cleaning routines for a small-to-medium dairy
- Select and manage cattle with basic production and health indicators in mind
- Apply milking and storage hygiene suitable for local collection or home use
- Rear calves and track breeding for steady herd replacement
- Maintain herd health records and biosecurity habits on the farm
- Estimate feed cost and milk income for clearer farm decisions
Course Information
- Duration: 2 Months
- Fee: ₹10,000
- Mode: Online, offline, or hybrid
- Payment: Full payment or installment
- Certificate: AELP Experiential Skill Certificate, issued by SANDILYAS ACADEMY PRIVATE LIMITED
- Eligibility: Minimum 12th pass or equivalent
How to Join
- Apply online
- Counselling
- Registration
- Fee payment
- Batch confirmation