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Original Research Articles                      Volume : 13, Issue:1, January, 2024

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Int.J.Curr.Microbiol.App.Sci.2024.13(1): 209-217
DOI: https://doi.org/10.20546/ijcmas.2024.1301.025


Pre-Calving Management Practices Adopted by Dairy Farmers in Buffalo Calf Rearing: A Study in the Tapi District of South Gujarat, India
S. T. Parmar1*, N. B. Patel2, V. D. Rani3, V. R. Patel3, Y. D. Padheriya3 and J. V. Patel3
1Veterinary Officer, Livestock Research Station, KU, Navsari, India 2Livestock Research Station, KU, Navsari, India 3College of Veterinary Science and A.H., KU, Navsari, India
*Corresponding author
Abstract:

This research paper aims to investigate the pre-calving care practices implemented by dairy farmers in the rearing of buffalo calves in the Tapi district of South Gujarat. The study focuses on understanding the various pre-calving management techniques employed by farmers to ensure the well-being and reproductive health of the dam, ultimately leading to healthier offspring. A mixed-methods approach was utilized, combining surveys and interviews to gather data from a representative sample of dairy farmers in the region. The study highlights the significance of pre-calving care and its impact on the overall productivity and profitability of buffalo calf rearing. The findings shed light on the common practices, challenges faced, and areas for improvement in pre-calving management within the Tapi district, providing valuable insights for dairy farmers, researchers, and policymakers alike.


Keywords: Buffalo calf rearing, Dairy Farmers, Productivity, profitability


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Parmar, S. T., N. B. Patel, V. D. Rani, V. R. Patel, Y. D. Padheriya and Patel, J. V. 2024. Pre-Calving Management Practices Adopted by Dairy Farmers in Buffalo Calf Rearing: A Study in the Tapi District of South Gujarat, India.Int.J.Curr.Microbiol.App.Sci. 13(1): 209-217. doi: https://doi.org/10.20546/ijcmas.2024.1301.025
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