National Livestock Mission
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Overview
- News in Brief
- About National Livestock Mission (NLM)
Why in the News?
The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi approved the further modification of the National Livestock Mission by including additional activities.
News in Brief
- The establishment of entrepreneurship for horse, donkey, mule, and camel with a 50% capital subsidy of up to 50 lakhs will be provided to the Individuals, FPO, SHG, JLG, FCO and Section 8 companies. Also, the state government will be assisted with breed conservation of horses, donkeys and camels. The Central Government will provide 10 cr. for the establishment of a semen station and a nucleus breeding farm for horses, donkeys and camels.
- Establishment of entrepreneurs for Fodder seed processing Infrastructure (Processing & Grading unit/Fodder storage godown) with 50% capital subsidy up to Rs.50 lakhs to the private companies, start-ups /SHGs /FPOs /FCOs /JLGs / Farmers Cooperative societies (FCO), Section 8 companies establishment of Infrastructure like construction of building, receiving shed, drying platform, machinery etc. including the grading plants as well as seed storage godown. The remaining cost of the project needs to be arranged by the beneficiary through bank finance or self-funding.
- To increase the fodder cultivation areas, the state government will be assisted with fodder cultivation in the non—forest land, wasteland/range land/non-arable as well as forest land “Non-Forest Wasteland/Rangeland/Non-arable Land” and “Fodder Production from Forest Land” as well as in the degraded forest land. This will increase the fodder availability in the country.
- The Livestock Insurance programme has been simplified. The beneficiary share of the premium for the farmers has been reduced and it will be 15% as against the current beneficiary share of 20%,30%, 40% and 50%. The remaining amount of the premium will be shared by the Centre and the State at 60:40 for all states, 90:10. The number of animals to be insured has also been increased to 10 cattle units instead of 5 cattle units for cattle sheep and goats. This will facilitate the livestock farmers to get their valuable animals insured by paying a minimum amount.
About National Livestock Mission (NLM)
The National Livestock Mission (NLM) is an initiative launched by the Government of India to ensure the sustainable development of the livestock sector. It aims to enhance livestock productivity and production, improve breed quality, and support livestock-based livelihoods across the country.
Details
- Launch Date: The National Livestock Mission was launched in 2014 as a part of the Government of India’s 12th Five-Year Plan.
- Objective: The mission aims to ensure quantitative and qualitative improvement in livestock production systems and capacity building of stakeholders.
- Key Focus Areas: It focuses on breed improvement, feed and fodder development, livestock health, and extension services.
- Financial Allocation: The Government of India allocates funds to the states based on proposals submitted by them under the mission. These funds are utilized for various activities aimed at improving the livestock sector.
- Implementation: The mission is implemented through the respective state governments, which formulate and implement their own strategies and action plans based on the guidelines provided by the central government.
Benefits of the Scheme
- Breed Improvement: Under the NLM, various initiatives such as breed improvement programs, breed conservation, and establishment of semen stations are undertaken to improve the genetic potential of livestock.
- Feed and Fodder Development: The mission focuses on promoting scientific fodder cultivation, improving grazing lands, and introducing innovative feed technologies to ensure better nutrition for livestock.
- Livestock Health: Initiatives like disease control programs, vaccination drives, and the establishment of veterinary hospitals and clinics aim to improve the health of livestock and reduce mortality rates.
- Extension Services: Capacity building of stakeholders including farmers, veterinarians, and extension workers is emphasized to disseminate best practices and technologies in livestock management.
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