Development of Ensiling Technologies Silage (conserved green fodder) is an economical alternative for the supply of forages to dairy cattle during lean season. A. Structural models for silage making: NDDB has developed different methods for silage making (ensiling) through the usage of surface silo bunkers with capacity ranging from 3 to 500 metric tonnes. A… Continue reading Introduction of suitable techniques for fodder conservation and development of innovative models
A. Coordination with ICAR-IGFRI, Jhansi & AICRP centres on forage production and utilisation NDDB coordinates with IGFRI, Jhansi and forage breeding centres under AICRP on Forage Production & Utilisation for research and development pertaining to forage crop production technology and its extension to dairy farmers. Being a member of the Central Variety Release Committee (CVRC),… Continue reading Development and popularisation of‘’Green Fodder Production Technologies’
A. Breeder Seed Production and allocation to Dairy Cooperatives NDDB acts as the nodal agency on behalf of the dairy cooperatives for coordination with the Department of Agriculture Cooperation (DAC), Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Government of India for evaluation and introduction of improved varieties of fodder crops. This involves the following: Collection of… Continue reading Initiatives in the area of ‘Fodder seed production enhancement’
The chronic problem of deficit of green fodder in India can be addressed through the adoption of improved fodder production and conservation technologies which will increase the production and availability of green fodder in terms of both quality and quantity. A three-pronged approach has been adopted in the area of Fodder Development: Initiatives in the… Continue reading Green Fodder Production and Conservation
