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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....
TGT GLOBAL Development services
Aug 13 min read
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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...
TGT GLOBAL Development services
Jul 292 min read
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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...
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Jul 253 min read
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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...
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Jul 223 min read
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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
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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...
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Jul 152 min read
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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...
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Jul 113 min read
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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...
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Jul 43 min read
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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...
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Jul 12 min read
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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...
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Jun 272 min read
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Assam’s Livestock Revolution: Fueling the Rural Economy through Goat Farming
In the rural heartlands of Assam, a quiet revolution is underway—led not by tractors or large-scale industries, but by humble goats...
Global Services TGT
Jun 243 min read
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Coastal Climate and Goat Farming: Adapting Practices for Success
India’s vast coastline stretches over 7,500 kilometers, encompassing diverse ecosystems and communities that rely heavily on agriculture...
Global Services TGT
Jun 203 min read
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The Gendered Economy of Goats and Poultry: Women, Livestock and Economic Change in India
In India’s rural economy, small livestock such as goats and poultry play a vital but often under-recognized role. What is even more...
Global Services TGT
Jun 172 min read
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Integrating Backyard Poultry with Goat and Crop Farming: A Climate-Smart Model for India
As India grapples with the twin challenges of climate change and encompassing rural poverty, there is a growing need for farming systems...
Global Services TGT
Jun 133 min read
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Entrepreneurial Eggs and Milk: Women Disrupting Traditional Livestock Models
Across rural India and other developing economies, a quiet revolution is unfolding— led by women and powered by goats, poultry, and...
Global Services TGT
Jun 103 min read
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The Future of Small Livestock Farming in Northeast India: Challenges & Opportunities
Small livestock farming has long been an integral part of rural livelihoods in Northeast India. With the region’s favorable climate, rich...
Global Services TGT
Jun 63 min read
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Indigenous Poultry Farming in India: Status & Opportunities
Indigenous/ backyard poultry farming in India has been a traditional livelihood activity for rural households for centuries. It plays a...
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Jun 33 min read
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Harnessing Medicinal Plants for Small Livestock Health in Tribal Areas
In many tribal communities of Northeast India and Uttarakhand, small livestock such as goats, pigs, poultry, and rabbits play a crucial...
Global Services TGT
May 303 min read
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Women, Livestock, and Empowerment in Rural Nepal
In the villages nestled between Nepal’s hills and plains, a quiet revolution is taking place—led by women, cows, goats, and buffaloes....
Global Services TGT
May 233 min read
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Beyond the Barn: How Small Livestock Can Contribute to India’s Net Zero Goals
As the world accelerates efforts to address climate change, India has pledged to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2070. Much of the...
Global Services TGT
May 203 min read
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