Kerala Minister for Animal Husbandry and Dairy Development, J
GS3Economy · S&T · Environment · Security· Animal husbandry, fisheries & allied· Prelims·
Why in news
Kerala Minister for Animal Husbandry and Dairy Development, J. Chinchu Rani, announced the state's goal to achieve total self-sufficiency in milk, egg, and meat production by 2031.
Background
The Kerala government is investing ₹80 crore in a new Advanced Technologies in Bovine Production and Research Centre. The facility aims to develop locally produced sex-sorted semen and IVF media to reduce import costs for farmers.
Facts for Prelims
- FactKerala aims for self-sufficiency in milk, egg, and meat production by 2031
- FactInvestment of ₹80 crore for the Advanced Technologies in Bovine Production and Research Centre
- S&TThe centre will focus on developing locally produced sex-sorted semen and IVF media
- FactEco-friendly feed supplements like Harit Dhara are part of the initiative
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of achieving self-sufficiency in allied sectors like dairy and poultry for the economic stability of a state like Kerala.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Input cost reduction: Lowering farmer expenditure by localizing production of IVF media and sex-sorted semen
- Infrastructure support: Integrating veterinary ambulances and insurance schemes to mitigate livestock mortality risks
Keywords: allied sectors · self-sufficiency · bovine production · IVF media · input cost reduction
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