Tarun Karthick
Sri Vijaya Puram, 11 November 2025
In an effort to advertise yard poultry farming and improve livelihood alternatives, the Department of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Services (AH&VS) distributed 363 chicks, ducklings, and quails to 16 farmers in Rampur Panchayat, Mayabunder, on November 8.
The distribution comprised hardy and resilient poultry breeds suited to native weather conditions, enabling farmers to diversify their livestock and enhance dietary safety. The initiative goals to spice up egg and meat manufacturing on the family stage, contributing each to revenue technology and meals availability inside rural communities.
Beneficiary farmers had been additionally briefed on important rearing practices, together with vaccination schedules, correct feeding, and biosecurity measures, to make sure wholesome and sustainable poultry administration.
Through such initiatives, the Department of AH&VS continues to empower native farmers and strengthen the inspiration of sustainable animal husbandry within the Islands. The enthusiastic participation of the beneficiaries mirrored their dedication to adopting improved livestock practices for a extra resilient rural economic system.
