Prayagraj Allocates ₹13.28 Lakh for Napier Grass Fodder Scheme to Support Stray Cattle
₹13.28 lakh budget approved for Napier grass fodder scheme in Prayagraj
Hindustan Times
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Prayagraj district in Uttar Pradesh, India, has approved a budget of ₹13.28 lakh to cultivate Napier grass for providing green fodder to approximately 22,000 stray cattle during the summer months. This initiative aims to combat the seasonal fodder shortage and ensure the health of cattle in government shelters.
- 01A budget of ₹13.28 lakh has been allocated for the Napier grass fodder scheme.
- 02The initiative aims to support around 22,000 stray cattle in Prayagraj district.
- 03Napier grass is chosen for its high water content and nutritional value.
- 04Farmers are incentivized with ₹20,000 per hectare for cultivating Napier grass.
- 05The scheme includes financial support for land preparation and fertilization costs.
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The Prayagraj district administration in Uttar Pradesh, India, has launched a new initiative to cultivate Napier grass as a sustainable source of fodder for stray cattle during the hot summer months. With a budget of ₹13.28 lakh, this scheme aims to address the severe shortage of green fodder that affects cattle welfare in government shelters. Chief veterinary officer Dr. SN Yadav emphasized that Napier grass, known for its high water content and rich nutrients, acts as a protective shield against dehydration and heat stress. The fodder development policy for 2025-26 includes growing fodder crops within cow shelters and cultivating hybrid Napier grass at 11 sites across the district, including Koraon and Phulpur tehsils. Approximately 60,000 hybrid roots sourced from Sitapur district are being planted in cow shelters and on farmland. Farmers are encouraged to participate in this initiative with a buy-back incentive of ₹20,000 per hectare, along with direct financial support for land preparation and fertilizer costs. This project is expected to significantly mitigate the seasonal fodder shortage and enhance the health of cattle during the intense summer heat.
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This initiative is expected to improve the health and welfare of stray cattle during the summer, reducing the risk of dehydration and malnutrition.
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