Union Agriculture Minister Radha Mohan Singh on Thursday said agriculture and livestock have seen a gradual growth in the last few decades, but both farmers and consumers are yet to derive its full benefits.
Addressing the first annual convocation of Lala Lajpat Rai University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences in Hisar, Mr. Singh said protection and promotion to livestock are important factors to drive farmers’ economy and the country.
He said the Centre was emphasising on new research and development works through National Gokul Mission and National Livestock Policy.
Balanced development
“Mechanisation is essential for the development of agricultural field and importance of livestock cannot be denied in this perspective. If it is developed in a balanced way, it will be beneficial for both farmers and agronomic field,” he said.
He said under the National Livestock Policy, the government is promoting to increase animal strength so that environment-related balance may be maintained along with the continuity of livelihood of the people related to livestock.
“Importance of livestock related products has increased due to the enhancement of income, urbanisation, altered lifestyle and food preservation resources,” he added.
Agriculture and livestock have seen a gradual growth, but farmers are yet to derive benefits
Source : The Hindu