Tapping the usefulness of non-bovine milk

The commercial importance of the milk aside, these non-bovine animals merit greater attention for other reasons as well

The demand for the milk of non-bovine (other than cows and buffaloes) animals, such as goats, sheep, camels, donkeys, and yaks, has begun to swell, thanks to the growing awareness of their nutritional and therapeutic virtues. Several commercial ventures, including start-ups and established dairy brands, have begun manufacturing products like milk powder, cheese, yoghurt, ice cream, chocolates, cosmetic products, and various other kinds of specialty items with non-bovine milk. The milk of goats and camels and their products are readily available in major dairy product outlets and online marketing channels. In Europe, donkey farms have come up on the lines