Friday, 10 January, 2025 5:08 pm
Distribution of night shelters to tribal farmers of Kalaburagi District, Karnataka
ICAR-Directorate of Poultry Research, Hyderabad organised input distribution program at College of Veterinary Science Bidar, Karnataka on 08/01/2025 under the Scheduled Tribe Component (DAPSTC/TSP) to strengthen the rural/ backyard chicken farming intending to improve the nutritional and socio-economic status of tribal farmers. A total of 50 tribal families from Nagaidlayi, Empalli Bandarwad, Hire Bennur, Khanadal, Kumasi villages of Chincholi Taluka were given the training on Backyard Poultry Production and given the poultry night shelters.
Dr K.C. Veeranna, Honourable Vice Chancellor, KVAFSU graced the occasion as chief guest and distributed the 50 night shelters to the tribal farmers. He stressed the importance of backyard chicken and how its rearing helps in up keeping of the nutritional status of tribal community. Similarly, on 09/01/2025 at KVK, Kalaburagi, a total of 50 tribal families from V.K Salagar, Muddadaga, Suntanur, Munnolli, Salegaon, Khandal, Nirgudi, Shiroor J, Khed Umaraga villages were given the training on Backyard Poultry Production and given the poultry night shelters. Dr. SS Paul, Head, Division of PNHP explained about the benefits of backyard chicken rearing in uplifting the nutritional status of women and children in villages. Dr B Prakash, Pr Scientist explained about the objective and implementation of the TSP program. Dr Santosh H, Pr Scientist explained the role of backyard poultry in sustainable rural livelihoods. Dr Kotresh Prasad, Asst. Professor, College of Veterinary Science at Bidar, Karnataka coordinated the programs. On both days, about 120 tribal farmers were present during the programme.
Tuesday, 7 January, 2025 3:46 pm
ICAR-DPR organized an input distribution program under DAPST/ Tribal Sub Plan program at Sariya village, G. Madugula mandal, Alluri Seetharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, in collaboration with BCT-KVK, Visakhapatnam, on 4th January 2025. A total of 100 poultry night shelters were distributed to 100 tribal farmers, equally represented by 50 men and 50 women, from 15 villages. The participating villages included Krishnapalem, Goppulapalem, Pinakilthari, Nelametta, Sariya, Thokachilaka, Padamapuram, Bosupalli, Chintalalapadu, Bosupalli, Pedakilthari, Karyabanda, Gondimelaka, Junnula from Chintapalli and G Madugula mandals of Alluri Seethaaramaraaju District.
Dr.Shilaja, Program Coordinator, BCT-KVK welcomed the farmers and experts from DPR, Hyderabad and appreciated Directorate’s initiative in selecting Alluri Seetharama Raju district for implementing the TSP program. Dr. Vijaya Ragni, Subject Matter Specialist (Animal Science), provided an overview of various activities undertaken by KVK to improve tribal livelihoods in the district. Dr. MVLN Raju, Pr. Scientist, ICAR-DPR, highlighted the importance of the distributed shelters. He explained that these shelters are designed to protect backyard poultry from predators, diseases, and harsh climatic conditions, significantly reducing mortality rates and enhancing poultry production
Dr. U. Rajkumar, Head, ICAR-DPR, Hyderabad, elaborated on the objectives of the TSP program and emphasized the role of backyard poultry in achieving sustainable improvement in rural livelihoods. He discussed the benefits of rearing improved chicken varieties in rural and tribal areas and commended the efforts of KVK staff in implementing the program in remote tribal villages. The farmers expressed their gratitude for being included in the TSP program and committed to adopting scientific methods of chicken rearing. Dr. L. Leslie Leo Prince, Pr scientist; Dr. B. Prakash Pr. Scientist & Nodal officer (TSP); Mr. G. Madhukar, Technical officer; Mr. M Bhargav, Adm Officer from ICAR-DPR and Dr B. Nagendra Prasad (SMS, Plant Protection) and other officials from BCT-KVK attended the program. The event marked a significant step toward empowering tribal communities and enhancing their livelihoods through sustainable poultry farming practices
Thursday, 2 January, 2025 5:04 pm
Hon’ble Member of NCST Visits ICAR-Directorate of Poultry Research
Sri Jatothu Hussain Nayak, Hon’ble Member of the National Commission for Scheduled Tribes (NCST), visited the ICAR-Directorate of Poultry Research, Hyderabad, on 2nd January 2025, to review constitutional safeguards for Scheduled Tribes. During his visit, Hon’ble Member interacted with staff members belonging to Scheduled Tribes and informed them on the commission’s objectives. The Institute’s Director, Dr R N Chatterjee, presented an overview of the Directorate’s activities and achievements, highlighting the impact of the DAPST/TSP Program in Adilabad, an aspirational district, and its contribution to improving tribal livelihoods. Emphasizing the importance of inclusivity, the Hon’ble Member recommended expanding the number of beneficiaries under various outreach programs including DAPST. Appreciating the achievements and efforts of the Directorate, he assured full support for its development, particularly for initiatives benefiting Scheduled Tribe poultry farmers. The Hon’ble Member also visited the hatchery and experimental farm facilities of the Institute. The meeting was attended by scientists, administrative officers, and other senior officials
Monday, 9 December, 2024 6:33 am
The ICAR-Directorate of Poultry Research (DPR), in collaboration with the District Rural Development Agency (DRDA), Utnoor, Adilabad, organized a one-day Research-Extension-Farmers Interface Meeting on 4th December 2024, at the Integrated Tribal Development Agency (ITDA), Utnoor, Adilabad, Telangana. The meeting was attended by 136 backyard poultry farmers, predominantly women, along with officers from various line departments, extension officers, and other stakeholders. Farmers highlighted several challenges, including the unavailability of chicks, high feed costs, diseases such as fowl pox and cannibalism in adult birds, limited access to vaccines and veterinary support, lack of financial resources and space for proper poultry housing, predator attacks, and difficulties in marketing poultry products, especially eggs, at fair prices. Dr. M. R. Reddy, Principal Scientist, addressed health-related issues, while Dr. S. K. Bhanja, CTO, discussed management practices to tackle the challenges raised by the farmers. Dr. B. Prakash, Principal Scientist, emphasized the importance of nutrition and encouraged farmers to prepare poultry feed using locally available ingredients. Sri Sandeep Kumar, Horticulture Officer, suggested integrating poultry farming with moringa cultivation to enhance profitability. Sri Saianna, Project Director of DRDA, highlighted the role of social institutions in empowering women and promoting backyard poultry farming as a means of livelihood and nutritional security. The meeting was coordinated by Dr.Vijay Kumar, Senior Scientist, and concluded with a vote of thanks by Dr. B. Prakash, ICAR-DPR, Hyderabad.
