Pakistan, May 19 -- The dairy sector in merged districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa is undergoing a significant transformation from traditional subsistence-based livestock rearing to modern commercial dairy farming, offering renewed hope for economic growth and poverty alleviation in the region.

The transition aims to increase milk production, improve quality of dairy products and create sustainable livelihood opportunities for thousands of rural families dependent on livestock for their survival.

"The initiative has been launched by the Livestock and Dairy Development Department under the scheme 'Integrated Livestock Development in Merged Districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa'," said Dr Kamran, Senior Veterinary Officer.

He said the Livestock De...