Breed Preservation

Traditional cowshed management practices are dead and forgotten. We support the farmers and locals for market linkages while strengthening rural infrastructure and conserving natural resources to generate sustained livelihoods by agriculture and dairy farming.

Breed Preservation: Samvardhan

Livestock plays a vital role in the Indian economy. About 20.5 million people depend upon livestock for their livelihood. Livestock contributed 16% to the income of small farm households as against an average of 14% for all rural households. Today, no one knows the names of India’s fast-vanishing indigenous cattle breeds anymore and hardly anyone cares. Traditional cowshed management practices are dead and forgotten. India faces an acute fodder shortage that has left drought-hit farmers and livestock vulnerable. These indigenous cow breeds can act as a silver bullet in tackling the impending crisis.

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Scaling operations with massive feed logistics and thriving, diverse herds, marking a year of significant growth in breed preservation.

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A year of progress visible in the thriving calves and strong, healthy indigenous cattle grazing together in harmony.

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Growing numbers and healthy cattle gather, showing the collective strength of the 260+ cows involved in the initiative.

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The herd thrives in their natural environment, benefiting from a combination of open grazing and nutritional supplementation.

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Another successful birth recorded at night, highlighting the around-the-clock care and natural growth within the Samvardhan program.

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A significant milestone as a healthy new calf is born, demonstrating the success of local breed preservation efforts.

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Sustained support through the summer months, focusing on maintaining the strength and productivity of these vital indigenous breeds.

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Ensuring logistics and accessibility, with feed bags being transported and distributed to remote farmers across the agricultural zone.

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Farmers actively feeding their cattle, showcasing the immediate impact of the Samvardhan project on local livestock well-being.

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Community engagement continues as local farmers receive essential feed supplies to maintain their growing herds during the winter.

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Launching the initiative with large-scale distribution of high-quality cattle feed to support indigenous breed nutrition and health.

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Concluding the year with robust cattle populations grazing across diverse landscapes, well-prepared for the upcoming winter months.

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Consistent nutritional support continues, with farmers receiving high-quality feed to maintain the steady growth of their indigenous livestock.

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Expanding feed distribution efforts while observing cattle thriving in lush green pastures, reflecting improved health and vitality.

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Initiating the distribution of specialized cattle feed to ensure proper nutrition for the herds during the monsoon season.

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Building strong relationships with local farmers and monitoring the health of nursing cows and their young, spotted calves.

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Identifying and documenting indigenous cattle within local communities to establish the foundation for this breed preservation program.

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