GUWAHATI: Assam has achieved a historic milestone with the birth of the world’s first IVF female calf of the indigenous Lakhimi breed at Assam Veterinary and Fishery University.
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The achievement marks a major step forward for Assam’s livestock and dairy sector, with the potential to support the conservation of indigenous breeds, improve disease control and enhance milk productivity.
The use of advanced reproductive biotechnology could also help improve livestock quality and, in the long run, contribute to higher incomes for farmers across the state.
The historic achievement has been welcomed as a significant contribution by veterinary scientists and professionals towards shaping a stronger and more sustainable dairy sector in Assam.