Sri Vijaya Puram, Sept. 31: Poultry and livestock farmers received practical training in disease prevention, chick management and low-cost animal feed production through demonstration programmes conducted by the Department of Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Services (AH&VS) in association with UT-ATMA on August 29, 2026.
Under the Rangat jurisdiction, AH&VS conducted two demonstrations for poultry farmers. A session on deworming and vaccination of chicks was held at the residence of Anjan Mondal in Dashratpur, where farmers were informed about the importance of timely preventive measures to protect chicks from diseases and support healthy growth.
A separate demonstration on brooder management took place at the residence of Arpita Halder in Sabri. The session focused on scientific brooding practices, including maintaining appropriate temperature, hygiene and proper chick care during the early stages of growth. Farmers were briefed on how these measures contribute to better survival and productivity of chicks.
The department also distributed farm inputs during the poultry demonstrations. These included chick feeders, chick drinkers and net mesh or shade material intended to improve farm structures and support more effective chick management.
In another programme conducted under Prothrapur Block, AH&VS and UT-ATMA demonstrated Azolla production at the field of Bimal Bepari in Swaraj Dweep. A Senior Veterinary Officer and the departmental team conducted the session for livestock farmers.
The demonstration covered the cultivation of Azolla, its high protein content and nutritional value as livestock feed. Farmers were also shown basic methods for establishing and maintaining Azolla pits.
The department explained that Azolla can serve as a low-cost, locally available and sustainable feed supplement for livestock. Farmers were informed that its use can help reduce animal-rearing costs while supporting the health and productivity of cattle and other livestock.
The programme also encouraged farmers to cultivate Azolla at household and farm level to maintain a regular supply of nutritious green feed throughout the year.
Together, the demonstrations covered different aspects of farm management, from preventive healthcare and early-stage chick care to locally produced livestock feed. The programmes provided farmers with practical guidance and inputs aimed at improving poultry and livestock management practices within their respective areas.
