Shrinking grasslands and means to combat fodder scarcity in the hilly region of the Nilgiris


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Authors

  • R. Venkataramanan
  • C. Sreekumar
  • B. Raman

Abstract

Grasslands are not only an important source of fodder, but also very essential for their role in the ecosystem. The existing grasslands have to be conserved. Fodder management in hilly regions must be aimed at a continuous supply of green fodder throughout the year, for which there are plenty of options available.

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Author Biographies

  • R. Venkataramanan

    Assistant Professer, Sheep Breeding Research Station, Sandynallah, The Nilgiris

  • C. Sreekumar

    Professer, Sheep Breeding Research Station, Sandynallah, The Nilgiris

  • B. Raman
    Agricultural Assistant, Sheep Breeding Research Station, Sandynallah, Postgraduate Research Institute in Animal Science, Kattupakkam.

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Submitted

2018-10-31

Published

2018-10-31

Issue

Vol. 67 No. 12 (2017)

Section

Articles

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How to Cite

Venkataramanan, R., Sreekumar, C., & Raman, B. (2018). Shrinking grasslands and means to combat fodder scarcity in the hilly region of the Nilgiris. Indian Farming, 67(12). https://epubs.icar.org.in/index.php/IndFarm/article/view/84572