A one-day Scientist–Sheep Breeders Interaction Programme-cum-Exposure Visit for progressive sheep breeders from Budgam was organized at the Mountain Research Center for Sheep & Goat (MRCS&G), SKUAST-Kashmir, on Thursday by the Sheep Husbandry Department, Kashmir, under the Agricultural Technology Management Agency (ATMA).
The program focused on strengthening the technical knowledge and practical skills of sheep breeders through expert lectures and field demonstrations on scientific nutrition, breeding, disease prevention, flock health management, and modern housing practices. Scientists highlighted innovative technologies to improve sheep productivity and farm profitability.
As part of the program, participants visited the Center's research and livestock farms, where they observed improved sheep breeds, scientific management practices, fodder production systems, and ongoing research. Live demonstrations provided hands-on exposure to modern sheep farming technologies.
An interactive session enabled farmers to discuss field-level challenges with scientists and receive practical, science-based solutions for effective flock management.
The program was led by Dr Parvaiz Ahmed Reshi, Senior Scientist & Head, MRCS&G, along with Dr Muzamil Abdullah, Dr Abul Qayoom Mir, and Dr Zulfiqar-ul-Haq from MRCS&G. Dr Muzamil Bashir and Dr Asma Khan from the Sheep Husbandry Department also interacted with the participants.
The farmers appreciated the initiative, describing it as a valuable platform for learning scientific sheep-farming practices and for strengthening collaboration between researchers and the farming community.
