JAMMU: Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences & Technology of Jammu (SKUAST-J) conducted a one day training programme for the entrepreneurs on the topic “Entrepreneurship opportunities in fodder processing” at Faculty of Veterinary Sciences & animal Husbandry, R.S. Pura. The training programme was funded by NAHEP-IDP and conducted under the patronage of Prof. B.N. Tripathi, Vice-Chancellor, SKUAST-Jammu.
At the outset Prof. R.K. Sharma welcomed the participants and gave a brief overview to the young entrepreneurs about the programme and various opportunities available for them in the animal husbandry sector and initiatives being undertaken by GoI for promotion of entrepreneurship development in the UT of J & K. Dr. M.S. Bhadwal, Associate Dean, F.V.Sc. & A.H. enlightened the entrepreneurs and called upon them to look for the opportunities available in the field of animal nutrition to gain remunerative avenues.
Dr. Arun Manhas, Director, Industries & Commerce and Chief Guest of the programme gave an insightful talk on the various initiatives of the UT govt in the field of agriculture and allied sectors for the young entrepreneurs and various schemes launched for their benefit. He emphasized upon converting the adversities into opportunities to develop a successful business model.
Prof. M.P.S. Bakshi, Former Professor & Head, Dept. of Animal Nutrition, GADVASU Ludhiana presented expert lectures during the training programme. He delivered discerning lectures on ration formulation, role of minerals and UMMB blocks in the ration of the cattle and buffalo. Prof. Ankur Rastogi (Division of Animal Nutrition) delivered an expert lecture on the various innovations in the silage making and their impact on successful dairy farming.
