Uttarakhand - Department of Land Resources

Flowers like Marigold, Gladioli, carnations and orchids, lilies etc. can be grown in the
hills of Uttarakhand.
LIVESTOCK BASED PRODUCTION SYSTEM
Livestock based production system is an integral component of agriculture in rural
economy. Nearly 70% of the population residing in rural areas is engaged with
traditional systems of animal husbandry. However, to improve production and
generate livelihood support to the rural poor for upliftment of their economy, scientific
ways of animal based production systems need to be intensified.
Cattle based production system: Cattle rearing are an integral part of farming
activity. Buffalos are generally preferred to cows because of high price of milk, being
versatile, draft and resistance to diseases. But buffalo rearing has its own
disadvantages. Therefore, it is recommended that farmers should have viable unit of
three cows (cross bred and two to three buffalos).
Some of the important points for effective cattle management are :
Follow proper housing, ventilation, disease control and feeding management.
Animal should be milked 45 days after calving.
Animals should be de-wormed 15 days prior to calving.
Treat the navel cord of calf to prevent illness.
Feed the calf 22-31 cholestrum per day.
Start feeding concentrate at 4 weeks age, if the calf is not getting sufficient milk.
Dehorn the calf at 2-4 weeks age.
Proper vaccinations and health care should be done.
Cross bred should conceive by about 90 days after calving, if not, then test for
fertility.
Goat / sheep based production system: Goat / sheep rearing are traditionally and
widely practiced across the country. A viable unit / family comprises of 50 local
improved sheep (Ewes) including 1-2 raw or 30 local improved goats (bucks)
including one doc. Goats and sheep are commonly fed by open grazing. However,
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