The correct answer is: d) All of the above.
The Assam Livestock and Poultry Corporation Limited (ALPCO) is a state government undertaking in Assam, India. It was established in 1973 with the objective of promoting the development of livestock and poultry farming in the state. ALPO plays a key role in the breeding and distribution of improved livestock, marketing of livestock products, and providing training to farmers.
ALPCO has a network of breeding farms, veterinary hospitals, and marketing outlets across the state. It also provides training to farmers on various aspects of livestock and poultry farming, such as breeding, feeding, and management. ALPO’s efforts have helped to improve the quality of livestock and poultry products in Assam, and have also increased the income of farmers.
Here are some details about each of the options:
- Option (a): Breeding and distribution of improved livestock. ALPO has a network of breeding farms where it breeds improved breeds of livestock, such as cows, buffaloes, pigs, and poultry. These improved breeds are then distributed to farmers through its marketing outlets.
- Option (b): Marketing of livestock products. ALPO has a network of marketing outlets across the state where it markets livestock products, such as meat, milk, eggs, and poultry feed. It also provides marketing support to farmers, such as helping them to find buyers for their products.
- Option (c): Providing training to farmers. ALPO provides training to farmers on various aspects of livestock and poultry farming, such as breeding, feeding, and management. It also provides training on the use of modern technologies in livestock and poultry farming.
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