Livestock Management

• Union Minister Urges Farmers to Insure Livestock, Stresses Timely Vaccination at Nationwide Awareness Program

  DAHD conducted a nationwide virtual program to boost livestock productivity and farmer awareness. Over one lakh farmers from 2,000 CSCs joined expert sessions on breed improvement, vaccination, and entrepreneurship.…

• Flesh-Eating Screwworm: U.S. Suspends Livestock Imports from Mexico Amid Growing Spread

  U.S. has implemented a temporary ban on live cattle, horses, and bison imports from Mexico due to the rapid spread of the New World Screwworm. First detected in Mexico in November 2024, this dangerous pest can infect livestock, pets, wildlife, and, in rare cases, humans.…

• Livestock Antibiotic Use Could Rise 30% by 2040, Finds Study

  New study reveals that optimizing livestock productivity could cut projected antibiotic use by up to 57% by 2040. Researchers highlight improved animal health and management as key strategies to curb antibiotic dependence and combat antimicrobial resistance.…

• Climate-Resistant Livestock Farming: Key Strategies for Ensuring Sustainability in a Changing Climate

  Climate-resistant livestock farming offers sustainable solutions to protect animal health and productivity amid rising climate challenges. It empowers farmers with resilient breeds, smart feeding, and adaptive practices to secure their livelihoods and ensure food security.…

• Making Broiler Chicken Healthy, Sustainable Practices in Livestock Production Discussed

  NIF-India and Indian Genomix collaborate to scale up eco-friendly herbal tech for controlling Mastitis in dairy animals and improving broiler chick growth.…

• Care and Management of Livestock in the Rainy Season

  As the rainy season approaches, livestock owners and farmers need to be well-prepared to ensure the well-being and health of their animals. Rainy seasons can bring about a variety of challenges for livestock, including increased moisture, mud, and potential health issues. Therefore, here are some…

• Agriculture: Livestock Management and Health Care Practices for Indian Farmers

  To ensure hygienic and safe livestock rearing in regional areas, farmers should prioritize regular veterinary check-ups, provide proper nutrition, maintain hygiene and cleanliness in housing areas, focus on disease prevention and control through vaccinations and biosecurity measures, offer suitable housing and shelter, allow for regular…

• Bovine Burnout: Tackling Heat Stress in Cows for Optimal Health

  Climate change affects the dairy industry as heat stress in cows reduces milk production, but proactive measures can mitigate the impact.…

• Sustainable Livestock Production: Reducing the Environmental Impact of Animal Agriculture

  Sustainable livestock production practices refer to the efficient production of high-quality agricultural products in a way that protects and improves the natural environment, and the social and economic conditions of farmers, and safeguard the health and welfare of all farmed species.…

• Precision Feeding: Optimizing Animal Nutrition Through Data Analytics & Precision Feeding Systems

  Precision feeding is an effective approach to reduce feed costs, and environmental footprint, and to improve animal health and welfare.…