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Ancestral Animals: Small Livestock in the Festivals and Customs of Indian Tribes
In the heartlands of India’s forests, hills, and remote villages, tribal communities have long preserved a way of life deeply intertwined...
TGT GLOBAL Development services
Sep 163 min read


Neem, Turmeric and Ash: Grandma's Secrets to Keep Livestock Healthy
In rural India, where access to veterinary care can be limited and expensive, traditional knowledge has played a vital role in keeping...
TGT GLOBAL Development services
Sep 122 min read


Coccidiosis in Backyard Poultry: Role of Contaminated Water
Backyard poultry farming growing more than 40% as per the last livestock census, is an important livelihood source for millions of rural...
TGT GLOBAL Development services
Sep 92 min read


Green Livelihoods: Climate-Smart Pathways to Rural Economic Security
As India faces rising temperatures, erratic rainfall and depleting natural resources, rural livelihoods — deeply intertwined with nature...
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Sep 53 min read


Weaving Rural Networks: Professionals Supporting Farmer-Producer Organizations in Livestock Sectors
In India’s rural economy, small-scale livestock farming—goats, sheep, backyard poultry—forms a critical component of household livelihood...
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Sep 23 min read


Chevon in Ayurveda and Folk Medicine: A Forgotten Remedy
For centuries, chevon —the meat of goats—has been more than just a source of nourishment in Indian households. In both Ayurvedic texts...
TGT GLOBAL Development services
Aug 293 min read


Innovation at the Grassroots: Business Models That Work for Small Livestock Producer Companies
India’s livestock sector is a lifeline for millions of rural families, especially smallholders and landless farmers. While...
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Aug 263 min read


From Caretakers to Entrepreneurs: The Journey of Pashu Sakhis in Livestock Development
In the heart of rural India, a silent revolution is taking place—led not by machines or mega-projects, but by rural women trained as...
TGT GLOBAL Development services
Aug 223 min read


Livelihood to Nutrition: Role of Goat and Poultry in Government Malnutrition Programs
Malnutrition continues to affect millions of children and women in India, despite decades of targeted interventions. While flagship...
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Aug 133 min read


Beyond Training: Ensuring the Livelihood Sustainability of Pashu Sakhis
In India’s rural livestock ecosystem, Pashu Sakhis —community-based last mile door step animal health workers, often women from self-help...
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Aug 53 min read


Beyond Recognition: Why Pashu Sakhis Need Formal Support and Compensation
In the remote corners of rural India, where formal veterinary services are often miles away, Pashu Sakhis have emerged as unsung heroes....
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Aug 13 min read


From Novice to Niche: How First-Time Goat Farmers Can Build for Scale
Goat farming in India is no longer just a subsistence activity; it is rapidly becoming a profitable micro-enterprise for rural...
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Jul 292 min read


Traditional Knowledge Systems in Small Livestock Management in Rajasthan
Rajasthan, India’s largest state by area, is characterized by its arid and semi-arid climate, where small livestock such as goats, sheep...
Global Services TGT
Jul 253 min read


Feeding the Future: Adapting Small Livestock Feed Practices to a Warmer India
As India grapples with the intensifying impacts of global warming, small livestock farmers—particularly those raising goats, sheep and...
Global Services TGT
Jul 223 min read


Pashu Sakhi 2.0: A Roadmap to Strengthen India’s Grassroots Animal Health Workers
In the evolving landscape of rural development and livestock-based livelihoods in India, the Pashu Sakhi program has emerged as a...
Global Services TGT
Jul 182 min read


The Power of Pellet Fertilizer: Goat Dung in Vegetable and Fruit Farming
As farmers across the world search for sustainable and cost-effective alternatives to chemical fertilizers, a traditional resource is...
Global Services TGT
Jul 152 min read


Mutual Insurance Schemes as a Risk Management Tool in Small Livestock Farming
Small livestock farming, involving animals like goats, sheep, and poultry, is a vital source of income, nutrition, and livelihood...
Global Services TGT
Jul 113 min read


Goat Milk for Sensitive Skin: A Gentle Alternative to Harsh Chemicals
In a world of synthetic skincare products packed with parabens, sulphates, and artificial fragrances, sensitive skin often feels the...
Global Services TGT
Jul 43 min read


Safe and Sound in the Storm: Rainy Season Care for Small Livestock
The rainy season brings relief from the heat, but for small livestock farmers, it also ushers in a host of challenges. Excessive...
Global Services TGT
Jul 12 min read


Backyard Poultry and Carbon Footprints: A Sustainable Protein Source?
As the world grapples with climate change, the quest for sustainable and low-carbon food systems is intensifying. While industrial...
Global Services TGT
Jun 272 min read
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