The development of robust livestock value chains—especially in small livestock like goats, sheep and backyard poultry—depends not only on farm-level interventions but also on the strength of state-level ecosystems. These ecosystems, comprising government institutions, policies, infrastructure, financial systems and support organizations, play a catalytic role in transforming fragmented livestock activities into organized, market-driven enterprises. Policy Support and Instit

How community-led duck enterprises can turn wetlands, ponds, and paddy landscapes into resilient livelihoods Duck farming is a natural fit for North East Region (NER), where ponds, wells, oxbow lakes, paddy fields, and seasonal wetlands are abundant. Duck farming is managed well, community-based duck enterprises can deliver year‑round income from eggs and meat, while improving paddy productivity, suppressing pests, and recycling nutrients. This article outlines viable product

India's livestock sector, a silent powerhouse of the nation's agricultural economy, is currently at a critical juncture. While it proudly boasts the world's largest livestock population and contributes significantly to agricultural GDP, a glaring "technological dualism" persists. On one hand, modern, urban-centric dairy and poultry operations leverage advanced genetics, feed management and cold chain logistics. On the other, the vast majority of small and marginal farmers, pa