Livestock development projects: the Nepalese experience
1982
Upadhyay, R.M. (Ministry of Agriculture, Kathmandu (Nepal). Dept. of Livestock Development and Animal Health)
Nepal has one of the highest livestock populations per household in the developing countries of the world. The productivity of livestock, however, is very poor because of poor nutrition, inadequate health services, poor genetic potential, inadequate extension services, and the lack of proper marketing channels. The Department of Livestock Development and Animal Health is the main institution responsible for livestock development, and the Dairy Development Corporation is responsible for collecting, processing, and marketing milk and milk products. The main objectives of livestock development projects in Nepal are to improve animal health and production, to increase rural income and employment, improve human nutrition, and reduce imports. The main strategy for livestock development is to encourage better utilization of existing and improved feed resources, improve the genetic makeup of livestock, provide better animal health services, and provide better marketing channels. Livestock development projects should focus on long-term policies, labour training programs, and ensuring that adequate financing is available for the successful completion of the projects.
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