Hi-tech Dairy Farm

About this place

Hi-Tech Dairy Farm, Kuriyottumala is a government livestock and farm-tourism centre managed by the Kerala Animal Husbandry Department in association with the Kollam Jilla Panchayath. Spread across about 106 acres along the Kallada River near Punalur in Kollam district, the farm has a long history dating back to 1962, when it began as a dry-stock farm. Buffalo breeding was introduced in 1982, followed by the rearing of dairy cattle, goats and rabbits, and the facility was converted into a Hi-Tech Dairy Farm in 2017. The farm is primarily connected with dairy development, livestock breeding, fodder production, farmer support and agricultural education. Its present livestock collection includes a large population of crossbred cattle along with native cattle varieties, goats and rabbits, while the farm also has animals and birds such as ostriches, emus and horses as part of its farm-tourism activities. This combination allows visitors to experience livestock farming alongside a broader rural environment rather than viewing dairy production as an isolated activity. A visit to Hi-Tech Dairy Farm, Kuriyottumala can provide an introduction to several stages of modern dairy farming, including cattle management, animal care, breeding, fodder production and the importance of maintaining suitable conditions for livestock. The farm's mission includes producing and marketing farm-fresh milk and milk products, breeding and distributing quality cattle, goats and rabbits, producing fodder crops, and providing training and guidance to farmers, students and other stakeholders. Its educational role is particularly significant, with the centre offering activities connected with commercial dairy training, veterinary student internships, training for self-help groups and students, and awareness programmes. These initiatives demonstrate how a government farm can function as both a production facility and a learning environment for people interested in dairy science, animal husbandry and rural entrepreneurship. Farm visits are also part of the centre's visitor-oriented activities. The official site lists a dairy farm visit, walkway, children's park, domestic and wild animal exhibits and other recreational activities, reflecting its development as a farm-tourism destination. Kerala Tourism has also highlighted Kuriyottumala as a farm-tourism attraction, noting its extensive landscape, livestock, gardens and visitor facilities. For students and agricultural visitors, the farm offers an opportunity to connect classroom knowledge with practical aspects of livestock management and dairy production. Observing cattle and other farm animals can help visitors understand the importance of nutrition, hygiene, breeding management, animal welfare and regular farm operations, while the wider farm landscape demonstrates the relationship between livestock and fodder cultivation. The centre's location in the Punalur region also places it within a landscape associated with the forests, rivers and rural agricultural areas of eastern Kollam. Hi-Tech Dairy Farm, Kuriyottumala therefore represents an important combination of livestock development, agricultural education and farm tourism, offering visitors a practical perspective on modern dairy farming while highlighting the role of government-supported farms in training, breeding, production and rural development. Current visiting arrangements, activity availability and booking requirements should be confirmed with the farm before travelling, as these facilities and schedules may change.

🚆 Nearest Railway: Punalur Railway Station (~5 km)

✈️ Airport: Thiruvananthapuram International Airport (~75 km)

🚌 Bus: Punalur KSRTC Bus Station

🏨 Stay: Hotel Panacea Ventures; SS Residency; Kumar Palace Leisure Hotel

✅ Notes: Govt. Hi-Tech Dairy Farm and Farm Tourism Centre is a 106-acre government farm on the banks of the Kallada River, about 5 km from Punalur.