01-05-2025
Research-driven devpt of Mithun in Nagaland
Dimapur: The Indian Council of Agricultural Research-National Research Centre on Mithun (
ICAR-NRCM
) and Nagaland's animal husbandry & veterinary services (AH&VS) department at a coordination meeting expressed a shared commitment to strengthen collaboration and explore joint initiatives, including resource-sharing and capacity building, for research-driven development of Mithun and indigenous cattle and other
livestock farming practices
in the state, reports Bhadra Gogoi.
This meeting, held at AH&VS directorate in Kohima on Wednesday, marked a significant step toward integrated livestock development in Nagaland, with the potential to enhance rural incomes, preserve indigenous breeds, and contribute to sustainable agricultural practices.