The central government is continuously bringing new schemes to increase employment in villages and strengthen the income of farmers. In this context, emphasis is now being laid on a special scheme to promote animal husbandry. Under the National Livestock Mission (NLM), the government is giving subsidy of up to Rs 50 lakh to people starting sheep and goat rearing.

If a farmer is looking for a way to earn additional income along with farming, then sheep and goat rearing can become a good and profitable option. The government believes that with this scheme, small scale businesses will start in the villages and people will get employment opportunities in their villages.

How will the breeding unit start?

Under this scheme, interested entrepreneurs can start a breeding unit. For this, there is a provision to keep at least 500 female and 25 male sheep or goats. This unit will be started with such breeds which have good quality and which can give more milk or better wool. The breed can be selected from the list decided by the government or it can also be decided after consulting the state government.

selection of animal breed

In this scheme, special care has also been taken that the animals should be of good breed. High quality breeds produce more milk, meat and wool. Therefore, farmers and entrepreneurs are advised to select such breeds which can easily survive in the local climate and can give more production.

How to get subsidy

The government is giving a maximum subsidy of up to ₹ 50 lakh under this scheme. This amount will not be given at once but in two equal parts. The first installment will be received when the first loan amount is released from the bank and the government agency examines the project. The second installment will be given when the entire project is ready and the concerned authorities certify that the unit has been started properly.

how to apply

Those who want to take advantage of this scheme will have to apply through the online portal. It will be necessary to submit necessary documents, bank guarantee and prescribed form along with the application. If a person wants to start a project with his own money, he can still get subsidy. But for this it will be necessary to get the project evaluated from the bank and give bank guarantee.

Why sheep and goat farming is beneficial

Sheep and goat rearing has been done in rural areas for a long time. But now it is being promoted as a systematic business. Many products like milk, meat and wool are obtained from sheep and goats. Their demand remains constant in the market. This is why if it is done properly then it can become a good business.