How Schools and Institutions Can Serve Safe Milk Every Day
- Buy pasteurized or pasteurize on site
- Keep milk cold until served
- Daily cleaning
- Budget per child per day
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Two Ways to Supply Milk
| Option | Good for | Needs |
|---|---|---|
| Buy pasteurized milk | Schools without cattle | Licensed supplier, cold storage |
| Pasteurize on site | Schools with a herd or nearby farmers | Pasteurizer, chiller, trained staff, KDB guidance |
Equipment for On-Site Processing
50 Liters Milk pasteuriserKSh 140,000
100l milk pasteuriser kenyaKSh 160,000
200 Liters Milk PasteuriserKSh 210,000
100 LTRS MILK CHILLERKSh 280,000
300 LTRS MILK CHILLERKSh 330,000
LactometerKSh 500| Product | Price |
|---|---|
| 50 Liters Milk pasteuriser | KSh 140,000 |
| 100l milk pasteuriser kenya | KSh 160,000 |
| 200 Liters Milk Pasteuriser | KSh 210,000 |
| 100 LTRS MILK CHILLER | KSh 280,000 |
| 300 LTRS MILK CHILLER | KSh 330,000 |
| Lactometer | KSh 500 |
Current listed prices incl. VAT (updated 11 October 2026).
How pasteurizing works: time and temperature. Chiller sizes: what size cooling tank.
How Much Milk Do You Need?
Multiply learners by the serving size and days. For example, 600 learners × 250 ml = 150 litres per day. A 200 L pasteurizer and a 300 L chiller give room for spills and staff use.
Hygiene Rules
- Test every delivery with a lactometer and smell/taste check (lactometer guide).
- Pasteurize the same day; cool quickly.
- Serve from clean stainless containers.
- Clean all equipment after use (cleaning guide).
Selling Surplus
Schools with their own herds sometimes sell surplus pasteurized milk to staff and the community through a milk ATM (milk ATM business). Check licensing first.
Also Safe Water
Schools also need treated drinking water: water treatment for schools and hospitals.
Watch: Milk chillers and pasteurizers
Frequently asked questions
How can a school get safe milk?
Buy pasteurized milk from a licensed supplier or pasteurize on site, and keep it cold.
How much milk does a school need per day?
Learners × serving size; for example 600 × 250 ml = 150 litres.
What equipment does a school need to pasteurize milk?
A batch pasteurizer, a milk chiller, a lactometer and stainless containers.
Can a school sell surplus milk?
Possibly, after checking Kenya Dairy Board licensing; a milk ATM is one way.
How do I keep milk safe in a school kitchen?
Pasteurize, cool quickly, serve from clean containers and clean equipment daily.