India: Poultry farmers need access to technology
In order to boost production and marketing, poultry farmers in India should have better access to technology, particularly those operating on a smaller scale.
This was noted by Union Minister for State for Agriculture K.V. Thomas as he addressed the World Waterfowl Conference, organised by the World’s Poultry Science Association, Kerala Agricultural University and the Centre for Advanced Studies in Poultry Science.
“There should be increased private participation in duck rearing,” he stated. “The poultry industry needs improved bio-security measures. Poultry genetic resources should be closely monitored. Local breeds should be promoted and traditional farming wisdom relied upon,” Thomas added.
Inaugurating the 3-day conference, Governor R. S. Gavai said there was immense scope for boosting duck farming in the State.
“Kerala has the sixth largest duck population in the country. West Bengal has the highest followed by Assam and Bihar, according to 2003 statistics,” he said.
Source: The Hindu
