Ludhiana, November 8, 2026:- Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana, organised a one-week training programme on goat and sheep farming. A total of 22 trainees from different districts of Punjab participated in the programme, including 20 men (one from Uttar Pradesh) and two women.
Dr. Jatinder Pal Singh Gill, Vice-Chancellor, appreciated the efforts of the Department of Veterinary and Animal Husbandry Extension Education and reiterated the university’s commitment to empowering livestock farmers through scientific knowledge and practical skills. He highlighted goat and sheep farming as promising ventures for generating self-employment, entrepreneurship and income in rural areas.
Dr. Ravinder Singh Grewal, Director of Extension Education, highlighted the role of livestock-based enterprises in strengthening rural employment and promoting economic development. He particularly emphasised the potential of goat and sheep farming to create entrepreneurial opportunities for rural youth.
Dr. Jaswinder Singh, Head of the Department and Course Director, informed that the programme had been designed by combining theoretical knowledge with practical training. The trainees were familiarised with various aspects of goat and sheep farming, including breeds, housing, breeding, feeding management, shed design, seasonal management, vaccination, disease prevention and farm economics.
As part of the practical training, the trainees visited the university’s Goat Farm, the Department of Livestock Products and Technology, and the College of Dairy and Food Science Technology. During these visits, they were introduced to quality meat and milk products, along with routine farm management practices and techniques. A special visit to the Integrated Farming System Farm of Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) was also organised. Progressive goat farmer Mr. Nishan Singh shared his experience with the trainees.
The trainees appreciated the practical demonstrations and farm visits, which enhanced their knowledge and confidence to establish successful goat and sheep farming ventures. The programme was coordinated by Dr. Kritika Verma with the support of student coordinator Dr. Sanghamitra Tamuli.
