Animal Husbandry in India

Animal husbandry is an important pillar of India’s agricultural economy, involving the breeding, feeding, healthcare and scientific management of livestock. It provides milk, meat, eggs, wool, hides, manure and draft power, thereby supporting rural livelihoods, food security and agricultural income. The sector contributes nearly 5.5% of India’s total GVA and more than 30% of the GV

Sahiwal Cattle

Recently, the Indian Council of Agricultural Research–Indian Veterinary Research Institute successfully produced indigenous Sahiwal cattle calves using advanced reproductive technologies such as ultrasound-guided ovum pick-up, in vitro fertilization, and embryo transfer (OPU–IVF–ET). This marks a significant step in scientific breeding and conservation of indigenous cattle br

Animal Husbandry Infrastructure Development Fund (AHIDF)

In response to a question raised in the Rajya Sabha, the Minister of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying informed that loans amounting to ₹10,320 crore have been sanctioned under the Animal Husbandry Infrastructure Development Fund (AHIDF) so far, indicating strong uptake of the scheme. About the Animal Husbandry Infrastructure Development Fund (AHIDF) The Animal Husbandry Infrast

National Digital Livestock Mission (NDLM)

Recently, the Minister of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying informed the Lok Sabha about the progress and implementation of the National Digital Livestock Mission (NDLM), a key initiative aimed at digitally transforming India’s livestock sector. About National Digital Livestock Mission The National Digital Livestock Mission was launched by the Department of Animal Husbandry

Coastal Aquaculture Authority Bill

Coastal Aquaculture Authority Bill The bill seeks to amend the Coastal Aquaculture Authority Act, 2005. The bill expands the scope of coastal aquaculture by including allied activities also, Shrimp Prawn Fish Any other Aquatic life in saline or brackish water Newly included allied activities