NIRJULI : Animal Husbandry, Veterinary and Dairy Development Minister Gabriel D Wangsu on Tuesday laid the foundation stone for a modern cattle shed at the Central Cattle Breeding Farm (CCBF), CLF, Nirjuli, marking a step towards strengthening livestock infrastructure and promoting scientific cattle management in the state.
The programme was organised by the Department of Animal Husbandry, Veterinary and Dairy Development (AHV&DD). The proposed facility is being constructed by the Water Resources Department, Itanagar Division, in collaboration with the AHV&DD.
The new cattle shed will accommodate 40 high-genetic-merit cows and will be equipped with modern waste-disposal and ventilation systems along with an automated milking machine.
Addressing the gathering, Wangsu stressed the importance of modern livestock infrastructure in improving animal health, cattle management and productivity. He said strengthening breeding and dairy infrastructure would contribute to the growth of the dairy sector and create better livelihood opportunities for livestock farmers.
Animal Husbandry, Veterinary and Dairy Development Secretary YVVJ Rajasekhar said the department was working towards modernising livestock infrastructure and strengthening the dairy and animal husbandry sectors. He said the new facility would provide a cleaner, more hygienic and animal-friendly environment for cattle at the farm.
Wangsu also inspected the proposed site and reviewed the existing facilities, besides discussing measures to further improve cattle breeding and dairy-related activities at the farm.
The Central Cattle Breeding Farm, Nirjuli, plays an important role in cattle development and improving livestock productivity in the state. The modernisation of its infrastructure is expected to strengthen scientific cattle management and contribute to the development of a productive, sustainable and self-reliant dairy sector.
The programme concluded with a vote of thanks by Animal Husbandry, Veterinary and Dairy Development Director Dr D Longri.
