Vivekanand Ashram’s
Vivekanand Agriculture College
Vivekanand Nagar, Hiwara Bk., Tq. Mehkar, Dist. Buldana-443301
Affiliated to Dr.Panjabrao Deshmukh Krishi Vidyapeeth, Akola
College Code : 11144 Intake Capacity : 120
College Code : 11144 Intake Capacity : 120
Animal Science and Dairy Science is a crucial component of agricultural education and practice that deals with the scientific management of domesticated animals for the purposes of food production, farm operations, and income generation. This discipline covers the breeding, nutrition, housing, health care, and productivity of livestock such as cattle, buffalo, sheep, goats, pigs, and poultry, along with the production and processing of milk and milk-based products.
Animal Nutrition and Feeding: Scientific formulation of balanced rations using locally available feed resources to meet the nutritional needs of different animals at various stages of growth and production. Importance of minerals, vitamins, and supplements in animal diets to improve productivity and prevent nutritional deficiencies.
Animal Housing and Management: Planning and construction of scientific housing systems that provide comfort, cleanliness, ventilation, and protection from diseases and weather. Efficient management practices for rearing young stock, maintaining hygiene, and handling animals safely.
Milk Production and Milking Practices: Techniques of efficient and hygienic milking to ensure high-quality milk yield with minimal stress to the animals. Knowledge of lactation cycles and management practices to maintain consistent milk production.
Milk Processing and Preservation: Study of methods such as pasteurization, chilling, sterilization, and homogenization to enhance milk safety and shelf life. Use of modern dairy equipment and machinery in milk processing units.
Dairy Farm Management and Marketing: Efficient management of dairy enterprises including record keeping, cost analysis, and profit planning. Marketing strategies for milk and milk products to ensure fair returns to farmers.
