"Field Day Organized by ICAR-KVK North Goa and ICAR-CCARI Goa at Mayem"

    "ICAR-Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) North Goa and ICAR-CCARI Goa organized a Field Day on the “Assessment of the Efficacy of Nutri-Hormonal Therapy in Improving Conception and Pregnancy Rates in Repeat Breeding Crossbred Dairy Animals” at Mayem, Bicholim, on December 23, 2024. Officials from the Department of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Services, Goa State, also attended the program." Dr. Gokuldas P. P., Senior Scientist in Animal Reproduction at ICAR-CCARI Goa, provided an expert lecture on reproductive management in dairy cattle. He highlighted the role of key hormones like gonadotropins, sex hormones, and prostaglandins in regulating the estrous cycle and improving conception rates. He also discussed the use of hormonal therapies and assisted reproductive technologies to enhance reproductive efficiency in crossbred dairy cows. Dr. Udharwar S.V., Subject Matter Specialist in Animal Science and Head of KVK, North Goa, welcomed the participants and emphasized the significance of Nutri-hormonal therapy developed by ICAR-CCARI Goa for improving reproductive performance in dairy cattle. He elaborated on the successful application of this protocol, which combined bypass fat and hormonal therapy, in addressing repeat breeding issues. Dr. Udharwar highlighted the remarkable success in three cows that had previously failed to conceive after 4 to 5 breeding attempts. Not only did these cows become pregnant, but they also successfully delivered healthy calves. These cows belonged to Mr. Gyaneshwar Karbotkar and Mr. Suhas Shirodkar from the same village, showcasing the effectiveness of the protocol in local dairy farming. Farmers were pleased with the Nutri-hormonal therapy. Mr. Krishna Chodankar, Sarpanch, appreciated the efforts of KVK North Goa in assisting dairy farmers and providing a solution for repeat breeding issues. He also thanked the team for successfully implementing the timely protocol in cases of delayed conception, which helped save unnecessary expenditures on cow maintenance. The event was attended by 24 individuals, including 16 male and 6 female farmers, along with 2 officials from the Department of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Services, as well as the Sarpanch and Vice-Sarpanch of the Village Gram Panchayat Mayem. The farmers were also taken on a site visit to Mr. Gyaneshwar Karbotkar’s Dairy farm, where the trial was conducted. During the visit, dairy farmers and officials engaged in in-depth discussions about the trial and its results.  The program was well-coordinated by Dr. Udharwar S.V., Shri Rahul Kumar, SMS (Agronomy), and Mr. Vishwajeet Prajapati, Technical Officer (Computer), who ensured the event was carried out smoothly.