DDC to pay dairy farmers every fortnight from 2027

The state-owned corporation plans to expand sales, open new outlets and diversify products to improve cash flow and ensure timely payments to farmers.

The state-owned Dairy Development Corporation (DDC) has said it will pay dairy farmers every fortnight from the new year, amid criticism over delayed payments that have made it difficult for farmers to manage household expenses and production costs. The move also follows a Supreme Court order for the authorities to ensure that farmers receive payments on time.