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Himachal Pradesh

Scheme Of Provision Of Subsidized Rams To Sheep Breeders

Animal Husbandry, HP
Department Of Animal Husbandry, Himachal Pradesh
Ensuring Better Economic Returns To The Sheep Breeders
Rams
Sheep Breeding
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Frequently Asked Questions
The scheme is implemented by the Department of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Services, Himachal Pradesh.

The scheme is open to all sheep breeders in Himachal Pradesh who have a registered sheep unit. The subsidy is provided on a first-come-first-serve basis, and the number of rams provided under the scheme is limited.

Introduction:
Sheep rearing is one of the main occupations of the people in Himachal Pradesh. Rampur Bushari and Gaddi breeds of Himachal Pradesh are famous for indigenous carpet wool production in the Country. The total sheep population in the State is 8.05 lakh. As per norms, one breeding ram is required per 20-25 sheep. keeping in view a breedable population of approx. 3.00 lakh sheep in the State, at least 12,000 rams are required, whereas the department is able to provide only 250-300 rams from its Farms. Hence, it is being proposed to provide High Genetic Merit breeding rams of Rambouillet and Russian Merino breeds and their crosses in a phased manner after purchasing from Farms/progressive breeders of the state and neighboring States and to provide these to sheep breeders at 60% subsidy.

The objective of the Scheme:
  1. Genetic improvement of indigenous Sheep breeds and dissemination of Superior Germplasm amongst the migratory flocks of sheep in H.P.
  2. To improve the Quality and Quantity of meat and wool being produced in the state, thereby ensuring better economic returns to the Sheep Breeders.
  3. To resolve the problem of inbreeding amongst the migratory sheep flocks of Tribal Sheep Breeders.
  4. 
    Key features:
    
  1. Subsidized Rams: The scheme provides rams of superior breeds at subsidized rates to eligible sheep breeders.
  2. Superior Breeds: The rams provided under the scheme are of superior breeds such as Merino, Rambouillet, and Hampshire.
  3. Eligibility Criteria: The scheme is open to all registered sheep breeders in Himachal Pradesh.
  4. 
    Overall, the Scheme of Provision of subsidized Rams to Sheep Breeders in Himachal Pradesh is a helpful program for sheep breeders who want to adopt modern and scientific methods of sheep breeding. By providing them with superior breed rams at subsidized rates, the scheme aims to increase the productivity and profitability of sheep farming in the state.
    
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