Latest Livestock Sector News & Updates

New Delhi, Jan 31 (IANS) The government has issued 14,692 show-cause notices, suspended or cancelled 6,373 licenses and registered 766 first information reports (FIRs) to curb the diversion and misuse of fertilisers during the Kharif and the ongoing Rabi season 2025–26 (April–Mid January 2026), to safeguard farmer interests and ensure the integrity of the national fertiliser supply chain, an official statement said on Saturday.In collaboration with state governments and district-level author…

Guwahati, Jan 16 (IANS) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday said the state’s push towards a “Silver Revolution” in the poultry sector has begun delivering tangible results, with egg production registering a significant 28 per cent growth during the 2024-25 financial year. Using a popular phrase to underline the importance of regular egg consumption, the Chief Minister said the surge in production is helping ensure affordable and consistent access to eggs, a key source of pro…

Gandhinagar, Jan 5 (IANS) In a move aimed at strengthening Gujarat’s rural economy and recognising excellence in animal husbandry, the state government will organise the ‘Best Livestock Breeder Award’ distribution ceremony on Tuesday at the National Forensic Sciences University (NFSU) in Gandhinagar. The awards will be presented by State Animal Husbandry Minister Jitu Vaghani and Minister of State for Animal Husbandry Ramesh Katara, who will felicitate outstanding livestock breeders from across …