ICAR GB member Dr. K. S. Risam visited ICAR-CCARI, Goa

     Dr. K. S. Risam, ICAR GB member and Ex-VC SKUAST-Jammu visited ICAR-CCARI, Goa and ICAR-KVK, North Goa on 03 September, 2024. He visited the institute’s Dairy unit, Goat unit, Animal Science labs and KVK fields. During his visit, he discussed about the potential of Shweta Kapila cattle breed, Black Bengal and Konkan Kanyal goat breeds in the coastal region. Dr. Risam deliberated upon the adoption of popular poultry breeds in the state of Goa and adjoining coastal region. He also suggested the inclusion of Shweta Kapila cattle in the Integrated Farming System model. On his visit to institute’s Animal Science labs, he interacted with the few scientists and discussed about the ongoing research work. Dr. Risam appreciated the outstanding work being carried out by the Scientists at ICAR-CCARI, Goa. The field and lab visits were coordinated by Dr. Sujeet Desai, Scientist (LWME) and Dr. Sanjay Udharwar (SMS).