GADVASU starts training programme for goat farming

Ludhiana, October 6

The Department of Veterinary and Animal Husbandry Extension, Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (GADVASU), is organising training programme on goat farming under the Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav till Friday.

Dr RK Sharma, HoD, said improved goat production through better housing and feeding practices had direct implication on the income of millions of households as well as national food security.

“Goat is gaining popularity in the state as it can consume wide variety of feed resources, requires less capital or investment, has fast sexual maturity (9-12 months) and proliferation,” he added.

“Goat production suits unemployed youth, women and ex-servicemen due to lower input requirements. There is scope in value addition and processing of goat milk and meat, which can further enhance income,” he said. The training programme is being held at the Farmer Information Centre. For more information, one can contact helpline No. 0161- 2414026 during working hours. — TNS

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