Centre releases Rs 45 crore to 5 States for fodder development

In order to enhance availability of fodder the Centre has released Rs 45 crore under Accelerated Fodder Development Programme (AFDP) to 5 States. The State of Rajasthan received the maximum amount of Rs 15 crore while Andhra Pradesh and Maharashtra collected Rs 10 crore each. Besides, the remaining amount was equally distributed between Gujarat and Haryana State.

Apart from mitigating shortage of fodder caused by natural calamities such as drought and floods, the AFDP aspires to enhance availability of green and dry fodder.

Moreover, the funds are provided for production of quality seeds, enhancing fodder production and adoption of appropriate technologies.