Kohima, May 25 (MExN): With a view to mitigate food security during the pandemic, the Department of Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Services (DoAH&VS), Nagaland through NEC project has initiate promotion of backyard poultry farming in the State.
According to a DIPR report, fast growing birds are being reared in the Department’s farm to cater the demand of poultry farmers which will be available for sale in phase manner starting with Kohima/Dimapur scheduled on May 31.
For advance booking those interested may contact 7085982290. Demand based delivery will be organized scheduling time and locality intimating the same to all concerned accordingly, it stated.
General specification of the birds includes: Fast Growing (FFG) Low Input Technology Bird for dual purpose (meat & egg type); Targeted weigh gain is 2.5 kgs to 3.5 kgs in 2-3 months time and 150-170 eggs in a year; Currently available stock of Growers mixed coloured birds of 31 days old; All birds have been dully vaccinated and overcome the critical period of rearing; Concentrate feeding with ‘Grower Feed’ or partial replacement with kitchen leftover is recommended when rearing under intensive system for early maturity; Online Consultation services and need based logistic support shall be provided.
“During delivery and collection all SOP protocols are to be maintained by all concerned,” it stated.
