Morang, Nepal: After spending nearly 15 years in the information technology sector, Ramesh Mainali made a life-changing decision to return to his native village in Morang district and establish a modern dairy farm. Today, the 40-year-old entrepreneur says the venture saves him around NPR 150,000 (₹1.5 lakh) per month after meeting all operating expenses.
Mainali, a Bachelor of Information Technology graduate, left his job at an internet service company to pursue dairy farming in Govindapur, Ratuwamai Municipality-5. His wife, Manju Mainali, who holds a Master’s degree in English and previously worked as a school teacher, joined him in managing the farm, while his 72-year-old father, Rangalal Mainali, continues to support the family enterprise.
Five years ago, the family established Samar Agriculture Farm, investing in modern dairy infrastructure, mechanised farming equipment, and fodder cultivation. Mainali currently owns seven bighas of land, where he grows green fodder and maize for silage, reducing dependence on purchased feed and lowering production costs.
The farm currently houses 17 dairy animals—14 Holstein and three Jersey cows—producing around 230 litres of milk per day. Of this, 200 litres are supplied to Jeevan Bikas Dairy Industry, while the remaining milk is sold directly in the local market.
Beyond milk production, the integrated farming model has improved the sustainability of the enterprise. Organic manure from the dairy farm is now used on crop fields, improving soil fertility and reducing reliance on chemical fertilisers. Mainali also provides full-time employment to two workers and seasonal work to three others, contributing to the local rural economy.
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Despite the farm’s success, Mainali highlighted a major challenge faced by dairy farmers—delayed milk payments. He said the family has invested nearly NPR 10 million in the dairy enterprise, with about half financed through bank loans. While loan repayments and interest are due every month, payments from dairy processors are often received only after three months, creating cash flow pressures.
He urged the government and dairy industry stakeholders to ensure monthly payment mechanisms for milk producers, arguing that timely payments are essential for maintaining the financial sustainability of dairy farms.
Industry Perspective
Mainali’s journey reflects a growing trend of educated professionals returning to agriculture and adopting scientific dairy farming practices. His experience also highlights two critical aspects of the dairy sector: the potential of integrated, technology-driven dairy enterprises to generate sustainable rural livelihoods, and the need for stronger payment systems that protect farmers’ cash flow and encourage long-term investment in dairy farming.
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