Reproduction calendar developed for dairy farmers

A reproduction calendar called “Prajanan Calendar” has been developed by scientists Dr R K Sharma and Dr H K Verma of Guru Angad Dev Veterinary & Animal Sciences University (GADVASU) for the benefit of dairy farmers of Punjab. This Calendar will help the farmers keep a watch on the current reproductive status of their animals. The reproductive records of animals can be easily analysed by using this calendar for the day of next heat,day of pregnancy diagnosis,expected day of delivery in cattle and buffalo. Thus,reproductive efficiency of animals gets improved leading to more calf crops resulting in higher milk production. The Director of Extension Education,GADVASU said that a book on reproductive management of dairy animals) has also been prepared by the scientists.