Role of animal husbandry to strengthen the socioeconomic condition of the livestock owner’s of India

Animal husbandry is the most important component of Indian agriculture and it supports the livelihood of marginal, small and landless farmers of our country. Animals provide nutrient-rich food products (milk, wool, egg, meat etc.) draught power, dung that is used as organic manure and domestic fuel, hides and skin as well as a regular source of cash income for rural households. Adoption of advanced scientific management practices by our livestock owners will ensure maximum benefit in terms of valuable animal products, and improve the livelihood quality and income.