Animal Husbandry of Goa for Goa PSC

Animal Husbandry of Goa

Goat Farming

Goat is known as ‘Poor man’s cow’ in India and is a very important component in Dry Land Farming system.
Marginal or undulating lands unsuitable for other types of animals like cow or buffalo, goat is the best alternative.
With very low investments goat rearing can be made in to a profitable venture for small and marginal farmers.

Sheep farming

Few countries in the world have no sheep.
They are found in tropical countries and in the arctic, in hot climates and in the cold, on the desert and in humid areas.
There are over 800 breeds of sheep in the world, in a variety of sizes, shapes, types and colours.
Sheep were domesticated long before the dawn of recorded history.
Wool fibres have been found in remains of primitive villages of Switzerland that date back an estimated 20000 years.
Egyptian sculpture dating 4000-5000 B.C. portrays the importance of this species to people.
Much mention is made in the Bible of flocks, shepherds, sacrificial lambs, and garments made of wool.
The Roman empire prized sheep, anointed them with special oils, and combed their fleece to produce fine quality fibres that were woven into fabric for the togas of the elite.
Perhaps the first ruminants domesticated by man along with goats, sheep are a very valuable and important asset to mankind.
Domesticated sheep : phylum Chordata (backbone), class Mammalia (suckle their young), order Artiodactyla (hooved, even-toed), family Bovidae(ruminants), genus Ovis (domestic and wild sheep), and species Ovisaries

Emu rearing

Emus belong to ratite group and have high economic value for their meat, eggs, oil, skin and feathers.
These birds are adaptable to varied climatic conditions.
Although emu and ostrich were introduced in India, emu farming has gained much importance.
Ratite birds have poorly developed wings and include emu, ostrich, rhea, cassowary and kiwi.
Emu and ostrich are reared commercially in many parts of the world for their meat, oil, skin and feathers, which are of high economic value.
The anatomical and physiological features of these birds appear to be suitable for temperate and tropical climatic conditions.
These birds can be well maintained on extensive (ranches) and semi intensive rearing systems with reasonably high fibrous diets.
United State, Australia and China are leading in emu farming. Emu birds are well adapted to Indian climatic conditions.

Features of Emu

Emu has long neck, relatively small naked head, three toes and body covered with feathers Birds initially have longitudinal stripes on body (0-3 months age) then gradually turn to brown by 4-12 months age.
Mature birds have bare blue neck and mottled body feathers. Adult bird height is about 6 feet with a weight of 45-60 kg. Legs are long covered with scaly skin adaptable to hardy and dry Soil.
Natural food of emu is insects, tender leaves of plant and forages. It also eats different kinds of vegetables and fruits like carrot, cucumber, papaya etc. Female is the larger of the two, especially during breeding season when the male may fast.
The female is the dominant member of the pair.
Emus live for about 30 years.
It may produce eggs for more than 16 years. B
irds can be maintained as flock or pair.

Rabbit Farming

Why Rabbit Farming?

With available small Investment and in a small place rabbit farming gives more income
Rabbits eat ordinary feed and convert them into a protein rich high quality meat
Apart from meat production they can also be reared for hide and fur.

Rabbit Farming is for whom?

For landless farmers, uneducated youth and Women, rabbit farming gives an additional income as a part time job

Advantages of Rabbit Farming

By rabbit rearing one can produce a quality protein rich meat for his own family
Rabbits can be fed with easily available leaves, waste vegetables, grains available in the home
Growth rate in broiler rabbits is very high. They attain 2 kgs at the age of three months
Litter size (Number of young ones born/ kindling) in rabbits is high (around 8-12)
When compared to the other meats rabbit meat contain high protein (21%) and less fat (8%). So this meat is suitable for all age groups from adults to children

Quail Farming

Advantages of quail farming

Requires minimum floor space
Needs low investment
Quails are comparatively sturdy birds
Can be marketed at an early age ie. five weeks
Early sexual maturity – starts laying eggs in about six to seven weeks of age
High rate of egg laying -280 eggs per year
Quail meat is tastier than chicken and has less fat content. It promotes body and brain development in children.
Nutritionally, the quail eggs are on par with that of chicken eggs. Moreover, they contain less cholesterol.
Quail meat and eggs are a nutritious diet for pregnant and nursing mothers.

Turkey farming

Breeds of turkeys in India

The varieties are as follows

Board breasted bronze:The basic plumage color is black and not bronze. The females have black breast feathers with white tips, which help in sex determination as early as 12 weeks of age.
Board breasted white:This is a cross between Board breasted bronze and White Holland with white feathers. White plumage turkeys seems to be suitable Indian-Agro climatic conditions as they have better heat Tolerance and also good and clean in appearance after dressing.
Beltsville small white: It closely resembles the Board breasted white in color and shape but smaller in size. Egg production, fertility and hatchability tend to be higher and broodiness tends to be lower than heavy varieties.
Nandanam turkey 1: This variety is a cross between the black desi variety and exotic Beltsville small white variety. It is suited for Tamil Nadu climatic conditions

Marketing of turkeys

The body weight of adult male and adult female turkey at the 16th week is 7.26 kg and 5.53kg. This is optimum weight for marketing the turkeys.

Turkey egg:

The turkey will start lay from the 30th week of age and its production period is 24 weeks from the point of lay.
Under proper feeding and artificial lightening management turkey hens lay as much as 60-100 eggs annually.
Nearly 70 percent of the eggs will be laid in the afternoon.
The turkey eggs are tinted and weigh about 85 gms.
Egg is noticeably pointed at one end with strong shell.
The protein, lipid carbohydrate and mineral content of turkey egg are 13.1%, 11.8%, 1.7% and 0.8% respectively. The cholesterol is 15.67-23.97 mg/gm of yolk

Turkey meat:

People prefer turkey meat because of its leanest nature.
The protein, fat, energy value of turkey meat are 24%,6.6%, 162 Calories per 100 gm of meat.
Mineral like potassium, calcium, magnesium, iron, selenium, zinc and sodium are present.
It is also rich in essential amino acids and VITAMINS like niacin, vitamin B6 and B12.
It is rich in unsaturated fatty acids and essential fatty acids and low in cholesterol.
A market study shows that a male turkey sold at 24 weeks of age weighing 10 to 20 kg with expenditure of Rs.300 to 450 will give a profit of Rs. 500 to 600.
Likewise a female will give a profit of Rs.300 to 400 in a span of 24 weeks time. Besides, the turkey can be reared in scavenging and semi-scavenging conditions also.

PIG FARMING

Advantages of pig rearing

Pigs convert inedible feeds, forages, certain grain byproducts obtained from mills, meat by products, damaged feeds and garbage into valuable nutritious meat. Most of these feeds are either not edible or not very palatable to human beings
Pig grows fast and is a prolific breeder, farrowing 10 to 12 piglets at a time. It is capable of producing two litters per year under optimal management conditions
The carcass return is quite high ie. 60-80 percent of live body weight
With a small investment on building and equipment, proper feeding and Sound disease control programme the farmer can profitably utilize his time and labour in this subsidiary occupation
The faeces of pigs is used as a manure to maintain Soil fertility

Pig farming- for whom?

Small and landless farmers
Part time earning for educated youth having agriculture as occupation
Uneducated / Unemployed youth
Farm women

Breeds

The indigenous pig has been the basis used for pig production for a long period of time. It is small in size. Improved breeds are now being used for grading up the form the basis for pig production in the rural areas.

DEPARTMENT OF ANIMAL HUSBANDRY OF GOA AND VETERINARY Services, Goa

MISSION / VISION

The Department of Animal Husbandry of Goa & Veterinary Services has been primarily entrusted with the responsibility of providing veterinary Health cover to all the Livestock, to improve the production potentialities of livestock and Poultry reared in the State.
It also plays a major role in milk production by incentivising the milk producers through the organized sector. However, the ultimate mission is to improve the Socio economic condition by improving milk, meat and poultry production in the state.

BRIEF HISTORY AND BACKGROUND

The Department of Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Service was a joint Department Comprising of Agriculture & Animal Husbandry. As the needs of Animal Husbandry and Dairying increased this Department assumed its singular characteristics and function.
The Department is headed by the DIRECTOR (Animal Husbandry of Goa and Veterinary Science). This Department which is primarily vested with the responsibility of providing veterinary health along with increase in livestock production has now the task of attaining self sufficiency in milk production of this state.

AIM/OBJECTIVES
The Department of Animal Husbandry of Goa & Veterinary Services aims in:-

Development of Animal Husbandry of Goa Activities,
Providing Veterinary Aid to all domestic animals with special emphasis to Livestock Population
Welfare of the Livestock farmers in the state.
Enthusing the farmers to take up Livestock Entrepreneurship
Training of unemployed youth & farmers in the field of Dairy farming, Piggery farming, & Poultry farming
Making the state self sufficient in milk, meat and eggs.
Proving special assistance to SC/ST communities in the state.
Providing adequate door to door assistance to the farmers/ livestock owners i.e. Veterinary Health Care, Immunization,Treatment etc. through the Network of Veterinary Hospitals, Veterinary Dispensaries, Key Village Sub- Centres / First Aid centers in the rural/urban areas.
Proving attractive subsidies in various spheres of Animal Husbandry Activities viz. Kamdhenu Scheme, Modern Dairy Scheme, Poultry Scheme, Piggery Scheme, subsidy for farmers cultivating perennial/seasonal fodder, Incentives to dairy farmers pouring milk into dairy societies.
Artificially Inseminating non- descript cows, crossbreed cows, and she buffaloes with exotic Germ Plasm through a network of Key Village Sub-Centres, Dispensaries and Hospitals
Various Central Sectors Scheme viz. National Project for Cattle and Buffalo Breeding Programme.
Strengthening of Infrastructure-2/”>INFRASTRUCTURE at Government Poultry Farm, Assistance to State for control of Animal Disease, Integrated Sample Survey, Livestock Census, Proficiency Efficiency Development, National Project for Rinderpest Eradication.
Assisting in Public Health by control of Zoonotic disease

Animal husbandry is the branch of agriculture concerned with the raising of livestock. It is a diverse Industry, encompassing the breeding, feeding, and care of livestock, as well as the processing and marketing of animal products.

Animal husbandry has been practiced for centuries, and it is an important part of the economy in many countries. In Goa, animal husbandry is a major source of EMPLOYMENT and income for rural communities. The state has a long history of animal husbandry, and it is home to a variety of livestock, including cattle, buffalo, goats, sheep, pigs, and poultry.

The main types of animals reared in Goa are cattle, buffalo, goats, sheep, pigs, and poultry. Cattle are the most important type of livestock in Goa, and they are used for milk, meat, and draft power. Buffalo are also important, and they are used for milk, meat, and leather. Goats are reared for meat and milk, while sheep are reared for meat and wool. Pigs are reared for meat, and poultry are reared for eggs and meat.

Animals are fed a variety of feeds, including hay, straw, grain, and concentrates. They are also given water and salt to drink. Animals are housed in barns or sheds, and they are given regular exercise.

Animals are susceptible to a variety of diseases, including foot-and-mouth disease, brucellosis, and tuberculosis. These diseases can be prevented by vaccination and by good management practices.

Animal products are marketed through a variety of channels, including farmers’ markets, supermarkets, and restaurants. Animal products are also exported to other countries.

Animal husbandry is a profitable industry, but it is also a risky one. Animals can be susceptible to disease, and they can be damaged by weather events or other disasters. However, animal husbandry can be a rewarding career, and it can provide a good living for those who are willing to work hard.

The government of Goa has a number of policies and programmes in place to support the animal husbandry sector. These include subsidies for feed and veterinary care, as well as training programmes for farmers. The government also provides support for the marketing of animal products.

The animal husbandry sector in Goa faces a number of challenges, including the spread of disease, the high cost of feed, and the competition from imported meat. However, the sector also has a number of prospects, including the growing demand for animal products, the potential for export, and the government’s support.

The future of animal husbandry in Goa looks bright. The sector has the potential to play a major role in the state’s economy, and it can provide a good living for those who are willing to work hard.

Here are some frequently asked questions and short answers about Animal Husbandry of Goa for Goa PSC:

What is Animal Husbandry?
Animal Husbandry is the branch of agriculture concerned with the raising of livestock. It includes the breeding, feeding, and management of livestock, as well as the production of meat, milk, eggs, and other animal products.
What are the different types of livestock raised in Goa?
The main types of livestock raised in Goa are cattle, buffalo, goats, sheep, pigs, and poultry.
What are the main challenges faced by the Animal Husbandry sector in Goa?
The main challenges faced by the Animal Husbandry sector in Goa are:
Low productivity of livestock
Lack of quality feed and fodder
Poor management practices
Lack of veterinary services
Outbreaks of diseases
What are the government initiatives to promote Animal Husbandry in Goa?
The government of Goa has taken a number of initiatives to promote Animal Husbandry in the state. These include:
Providing subsidies for the purchase of livestock and equipment
Providing training to farmers in animal husbandry practices
Setting up veterinary clinics and dispensaries
Providing financial assistance to farmers for the construction of cattle sheds and other infrastructure
Promoting the use of modern technology in animal husbandry
What are the benefits of Animal Husbandry?
Animal Husbandry provides a number of benefits to the state of Goa. These include:
Increased agricultural production
Increased employment opportunities
Increased income for farmers
Improved Nutrition for the population
Reduced POVERTY
Increased Food Security
What are the future prospects of Animal Husbandry in Goa?
The future prospects of Animal Husbandry in Goa are bright. The state has a number of advantages, such as a favorable Climate, a good water supply, and a large number of farmers. With the right support from the government, the Animal Husbandry sector can play a major role in the Economic Development of the state.

The main objective of animal husbandry is to:
(a) Produce food and fiber
(b) Provide draft power
(c) Produce manure
(d) All of the above
The main types of livestock raised in Goa are:
(a) Cattle
(b) Buffalo
(c) Goats
(d) All of the above
The main breeds of cattle raised in Goa are:
(a) Gir
(b) Kankrej
(c) Sahiwal
(d) All of the above
The main breeds of buffalo raised in Goa are:
(a) Murrah
(b) Surti
(c) Nili Ravi
(d) All of the above
The main breeds of goats raised in Goa are:
(a) Beetal
(b) Jamnapari
(c) Anglo-Nubian
(d) All of the above
The main diseases of cattle in Goa are:
(a) Foot and mouth disease
(b) Brucellosis
(c) Tuberculosis
(d) All of the above
The main diseases of buffalo in Goa are:
(a) Rinderpest
(b) Contagious bovine pleuropneumonia
(c) Leptospirosis
(d) All of the above
The main diseases of goats in Goa are:
(a) Caprine pox
(b) Chlamydiosis
(c) Enterotoxemia
(d) All of the above
The main methods of livestock production in Goa are:
(a) Extensive
(b) Intensive
(c) Semi-intensive
(d) All of the above
The main challenges faced by the livestock sector in Goa are:
(a) Low productivity
(b) High mortality rates
(c) Lack of infrastructure
(d) All of the above