“Sheep and Goat Biodiversity and Breeding Policies- Issues and Perspective.”

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INDIAN SOCIETY FOR SHEEP AND GOAT PRODUCTION AND UTILIZATION

February 21-22, 2014

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Shirwal, Dist - Satara, Pin - 412 801

ORGANIZING COMMITTEE

Organized By

Indian Society For Sheep And Goat Production And Utilization

Chief Patron

Prof. A.K. Misra

Hon' Vice Chancellor, MAFSU, Nagpur

PatronDr. S.M.K. Naqvi, Director, CSWRI, Avikanagar, & President, ISSGPU

Dr. S. K. Agrawal, Director, CIRG, Makhdoom & Vice President, ISSGPU

ChairmanDr. S.A. Bakshi, Dean & DI, MAFSU, Nagpur

Dr. L. B. Sarkate, Director of Research, MAFSU, Nagpur

Co- ChairmanDr. S.T. Bapat, Associate Dean

KNP College of Veterinary Science, Shirwal

Organizing SecretaryDr. H.S. Birade,

Professor and Head, ARGO, KNP College of Veterinary Science, Shirwal

Joint Organizing SecretaryDr. Kavita P. Khillare, Dr. R.R. Shelar

Executive MembersDr. N. S. Bhosale, Dr. A.M. Pachpande, Dr. M.D. Meshram, Dr. B. K. More,

Dr. P.D. Deshpande, Dr. A.P. Kulkarni, Dr. A. H. Ulemale, Dr. M. W. Khasnis, Dr. V. R. Patodkar, Dr. S.B. Kawitkar, Dr. S. T. Borikar, Dr. M. B. Amle,

Dr. A. S. Kadam, Dr. D. M. Mugalikar, Dr. S. M. Bhokre

TreasurerDr. S.M.Gaikwad

Joint TreasurerDr. Meenakshi S. Bawaskar

Krantisinh Nana Patil College Of Veterinary Science,Shirwal Dist - Satara, Pin - 412 801

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February 21-22, 2014.

Theme of conference

Krantisinh Nana Patil College of Veterinary Science, Shirwal Dist. Satara (M.S.) is celebrating Silver Jubilee Year from December, 2012 to December, 2013 as this institute under auspices of Maharashtra Animal and Fishery Sciences University, Nagpur is completing 25 years in the fields of teaching, research and extension activities. This college is hosting a National Seminar and Annual Conference of Indian Society for Sheep and Goat Production and Utilization (ISSGPU) on

Sheep and goat farming has become a subsidiary vocation for large number of small and marginal farmers in India, since it has high potential as a source of income and has an important role to play in any programme aimed to alleviate rural poverty and livelihood security, particularly in arid, semiarid and hilly regions of the country. Sheep and goats can thrive and get well adapted to harsh climates ranging from extremes of tropical rainforests to dry deserts, long migration, poor nutrition and scarce water resources.

Today the potential of sheep and goats in world food production isdiscussed in terms of productivity, economic importance andpotential for increasing food production in less

developed countries (LDC). Increasing the production from both species is associated with overcoming current constraints and exploiting the animals' small size, their

reproductive efficiencyand, in the case of goats, digestive efficiency.

In India there are 21 well defined breeds of goats and 32 breeds of sheep.

Most of the sheep and goat breeds have evolved through natural selection for adaptation

to the agroecological conditions. There is a large inter mixture among breeds in regions

where two or more breeds exist. There are no breeding societies or agencies in India as

those existing in Europe and America to register animals of a particular breed to

maintain flocks and ensure the purity of a breed or type. It is not only the loss of genetic

variability in populations of these breeds becoming extinct but also due to a decline in

genetic variability within a breed due to use of a small number of selected sires that

result in low effective population size and consequent random genetic drift and

inbreeding. Little systematic effort have been made to conserve, develop and improve

the native breeds. There is enormous scope to capitalize untapped potential of sheep and

goat farming in India. Diversified commercial value, size, relatively short gestation

period and demand for ever increasing requirement of meat make sheep and goat

convenient species for new technologic research and application.

To realize full potential and compete under the changed global trade scenario,

adoption of improved technologies and commercialization of its production would be

important. In view of the problems encountered in involving farmer flocks in genetic

improvement programmes hindering progress, formulation of an alternative strategy

has become eminent for improving the majority of sheep and goat breeds in India.

Therefore, it is necessary to create an elite germplasm centre of proven rams and bucks;

use of superior sires for improving milk and meat production in goats; and to evaluate

the socio-economic status of goat breeders and the economics of goat production in the

farmers' flock. Your participation will enrich the scientific deliberations and helpful in

making sound recommendations for use of scientific community.

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Department of ARGO,

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“Sheep And Goat Biodiversity And Breeding Policies - Issues And Perspective.”

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INDIAN SOCIETY FOR SHEEP AND GOAT PRODUCTION AND UTILIZATION

SHIRWAL AT A GLANCEShirwal a place of historical significance located in Satara district of

Maharahtra state majestically rests on the southern banks of river “Nira”. The town is cherished by the presence of some of the historical structures which include “Kille Subhanmangal” an august citadel built along the riverside.

Shirwal, located, 50 km away from Pune, on Pune-Banglore National Highway,(NH-4), is well connected to major cities like Pune, Mumbai and Banglore and has developed into an industrial town. With a boon of beautiful hills of “Sahyadri”, blessed by the abundant water supply of river “Nira” and with a medium rainfall and pleasant weather. Shirwal offers most congenial atmosphere for the development of agriculture, animal husbandry and industries, Famous hill stations “Mahabaleshwar” and “Panchgani” are 50 km away from this town.

VenueKrantisinh Nana Patil College of Veterinary Science, Shirwal -412 801 Dist- Satara, Maharashtra State, India.

ClimateIn the month of February, climate is pleasant and light woollen clothing may be required (Temp. Ranges from 15 to 25 degree celcius).

Accommodation, Tours & Travels

Concessional accommodation on first come first serve basis will be provided to limited

participants in the college guest house.

Very limited accommodation is available in the guest house; therefore most of the

delegates will be accommodated in the hotels, tariff for which range from Rs.1000/- to

Rs. 5000/- per day. Rooms in the hotels will be booked on first come first serve basis.

The organizing secretary will make arrangement for local sight-seeing. Trip to nearby

places of tourist interest will also be facilitated for interested delegates on payment

basis.

How to reach Shirwal ?

Shirwal is well connected by road from Pune and Mumbai. Regular Bus services from

Pune to Shirwal are available which takes about one hour. The nearest railway station

and Airport is Pune which is well connected to rest part of the country. From Mumbai

buses via mega highway going towards Satara, Kolhapur, Sangli are available at every

30 minutes up to midnight from Dadar, Kurla, Bombay Central and Parel.

About ISSGPU

The ISSGPU is an active society of professionals, engaged in the research &

development of sheep, goat and rabbit production and utilization in the country. The

society supports the spread of the latest research achievements and developments for

enhancing production from these species of livestock. It has more than 800 life

members.

Objectives

· Encourage research and development in sheep, goats and rabbits in order to

increase their productivity and usefulness throughout the country

· Advancement and dissemination of sheep, goats and rabbits production and

utilization technologies

· Organising national conferences, symposia, seminars, workshops and

interactive meets in sheep, goats and rabbits production and utilization.

· Publishing the Indian Journal of Small Ruminants and ISSGPU Newsletter

Keep upto date by visiting website

The official website of ISSGPU is . If you are willing to be member

of society please down load the life membership from the website or write to:

Dr. D.B. Shakywar

Principal Scientist and Secretary ISSGPU

CSWRI, Avikanagar, Rajasthan 304501

www.issgpu.org

4. Registration

All the delegates have to register themselves by paying the registration fees as detailed

below.

Categories On or Before 20/01/2014

After 20/01/2014

ISSGPU Members Rs. 3000/- Rs. 3500/-

Non - ISSGPU Members Rs. 3200/- Rs. 3500/-

Students* Rs. 2000/- Rs. 2500/-

Accompanying Person Rs. 1200/- Rs. 1500/-

*PG students are required to submit a certificate from HOD or Dean of the college for

their bonafide status.

Registration Fee does not include lodging / accommodation charges. The registration fees and advance accommodation charges for one night @ Rs. 1000-5000 as per the choice must be sent through demand drafts drawn in favour of “Organizing Secretary, ISSGPU, 2014” payable at Shirwal Dist- Satara. 412 801 (M.S.)

Call for Abstracts

The Scientific Committee of ISSGPU, 2013 invites all the individuals to submit the

Abstracts not exceeding 200 words. Two hard copies and one soft copy in MS word to thbe considered for oral / poster presentation by 20 January, 2014. Addressed to

Organising Secretary, National Seminar ISSGPU 2014 and Professor, Dept. Of Animal

Reproduction, Gynaecology & Obstetrics, KNP College of Veterinary Science, Shirwal

Dist- Satara, PIN - 412801. E-mail: ISSGPU2014@gmail.com

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