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Agriculture
Jharkhand Maps Native Livestock and Poultry Breeds
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 26 Oct 2026, 02:47 AM
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The Jharkhand government has launched a survey to document native livestock and poultry breeds across the state. The aim is to preserve and promote these unique genetic resources.
The Jharkhand government has initiated a comprehensive survey to catalog and document the diverse native livestock and poultry breeds found within the state. This initiative aims to create a detailed inventory of these unique genetic resources, which play a crucial role in the state's agricultural heritage and food security.
The survey will involve collecting data on various aspects of these breeds, including their physical characteristics, production traits, and adaptability to local environmental conditions. This information will be crucial for developing conservation strategies and promoting the sustainable utilization of these valuable genetic resources.
By preserving and promoting native livestock and poultry breeds, Jharkhand aims to safeguard its agricultural biodiversity and contribute to the long-term resilience of its food systems.
The survey will involve collecting data on various aspects of these breeds, including their physical characteristics, production traits, and adaptability to local environmental conditions. This information will be crucial for developing conservation strategies and promoting the sustainable utilization of these valuable genetic resources.
By preserving and promoting native livestock and poultry breeds, Jharkhand aims to safeguard its agricultural biodiversity and contribute to the long-term resilience of its food systems.