IWMP-2 - Commissionerate of Rural Development Gujarat State
IWMP-2 - Commissionerate of Rural Development Gujarat State
IWMP-2 - Commissionerate of Rural Development Gujarat State
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<strong>IWMP</strong>-2 Mahiyari<br />
"The fodder bank technology is a farming practice whereby leguminous shrubs and grass species are grown on a farm to provide fodder for<br />
livestock sector." It provides a wide range <strong>of</strong> animal products that are rich in high quality proteins and have the potential as good and sustainable<br />
sources <strong>of</strong> income in many areas. However, lack <strong>of</strong> fodder in terms <strong>of</strong> quality and quantity, is one <strong>of</strong> the major constraints towards the low<br />
productivity <strong>of</strong> cattle in Mahiyari watershed Project.<br />
The fodder bank ensures fodder availability which in turn reduces the distressed migration <strong>of</strong> the people resulting in sustainable livelihood<br />
opportunities and enhances natural resource security in the project area.<br />
Objective <strong>of</strong> a fodder bank:<br />
1. Build a local fodder bank and organize the distribution <strong>of</strong> fodder during drought and scarce situation. .<br />
2. Establish and maintain village fodder farm in the community grazing area, and allocate the community land for fodder production, in<br />
association with dairy co-operatives.<br />
3. Control regulates and charge in the community grazing and pastures lands.<br />
4. Undertake the distribution <strong>of</strong> fodder seeds and slips in the village.<br />
District Watershed <strong>Development</strong> Unit, Porbandar
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