In Brief
- Asomi sheep breed of Assam gets national recognition from ICAR.
- The recognition aids in preserving and promoting indigenous livestock resources.
- It supports enhanced research and conservation efforts for the breed.
- The move benefits Assam’s sheep farming community and biodiversity.
The Indigenous Asomi sheep breed from Assam has formally received national recognition from the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR). This acknowledgment underscores the breed’s unique traits and its importance to the livestock diversity in the region.
The recognition by ICAR is expected to facilitate targeted research, conservation, and promotional programmes. It highlights the breed’s adaptability and significance to Assam’s rural economy, where sheep farming plays a vital role.
Officials said the move will boost efforts to preserve this indigenous breed against genetic dilution and help improve livelihoods within local sheep-rearing communities. It also aligns with broader goals to maintain biodiversity and support sustainable agricultural practices.
The Asomi sheep’s national status enables better access to government schemes and resources aimed at strengthening the breed’s population and productivity across the state and beyond.
