SHOPIAN: KVK Shopian commenced a one-week Management Development Programme (MDP) on Management of Repeat Breeding in Dairy Cattle. The programme, held at Smartpur Hendew in Shopian, saw the participation of around 25 local farmers. The event commenced on with a welcome address by Dr. Zaffar Badri, Head of KVK Shopian, who briefed the attendees on the ongoing efforts to boost farmers' production and productivity under the new HADP schemes.
Emphasizing the importance of sustainable livestock practices, Dr. Mir Shabir Ahmad, the Course Director of the training programme, delivered an insightful presentation on the challenges and opportunities associated with managing repeat breeding in dairy cattle. Dr. Shahid Ahmad, Scientist at KVK Kulgam, discussed the selection and breeding practices pertinent to various dairy cattle breeds.
Dr. Bilal Ahmad Pandit, Scientist in Horticulture, highlighted the role of diversification interventions as a holistic approach to enhancing nutrition and ensuring food security in District Shopian. This initiative is expected to provide farmers with effective strategies to tackle the persistent issue of repeat breeding, thereby contributing to improved dairy cattle productivity and overall agricultural sustainability in the region.


