Livestock farmers directed to ear tag their animals

KOHIMA, MAY 19 (MExN): The Nagaland Livestock Development Board has informed all livestock farmers (cattle & buffalo) that it is mandatory to ear-tag and register all the breedable animals with a UID (Unique Identification) for uploading in the Information Network on Animal Productivity and Health (INAPH) portal.

A notification from the board said that animals without ear-tags will not be eligible for any benefits extended towards Artificial Insemination (AI), vaccination, deworming, insurance etc, as per the guidelines under National Animal Disease Control Program (NADCP).

For further enquiries, the Chief Veterinary Officer of respective districts may be contacted.