With a view to mitigate Food Security during the Pandemic period, the Department of Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Services through NEC project has initiate promotion of Backyard Poultry Farming in the State. Fast Growing Birds are being reared at the Department’s Farm to cater the demand of poultry rears. The current batch scheduled for sale starting from 5th Sept 2021 is targeted for Poultry Farmers under Phek including Meluri Sub-Division. Farmers from Kohima, Dimapur & Peren Districts who availed this facility during the earlier batch may also place their requirement so as to maintain continuity of activity.
Interested farmers may book their requirement through the indicated contact tabulated below during working hours (10 am to 1:00 pm)
|
Sl. No. |
District / Sub division |
Contact No. |
|
1 |
Meluri |
7005035243 |
|
2 |
Phek |
8413045806 |
|
3 |
Peren |
8974678993 |
|
4 |
Kohima |
8638227795 |
|
5 |
Dimapur |
7085982290 |
Demand based delivery shall be organized scheduling time and locality intimating the same to all concerned accordingly.
General specification of the birds is as follows:
1. Fast Growing (FFG) Low Input Technology Bird for dual purpose (meat & egg type)
2. Targeted weigh gain is 2.5 kgs to 3.5 kgs in 2-3 months time and 150-170 eggs in a year
3. Currently available stock of Growers mixed coloured birds of 31 days old.
4. All birds have been dully vaccinated and overcome the critical period of rearing.
5. Concentrate feeding with “Grower Feed” or partial replacement with kitchen leftover is recommended when rearing under intensive system for early maturity.
6. Online Consultation services and need based logistic support shall be provided
During delivery and collection all SOP protocols are to be maintained by all concerned.